Regional Operations Manager, East Coast
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Grocery and Related Product Merchant WholesalersDrugs and Druggists' Sundries Merchant WholesalersWarehousing and StorageBusiness Support ServicesFacilities Support ServicesRegional Operations Manager, East CoastIt's more than just water. FIJI Water is known for its iconic square bottle and unique mineral profile. Since 1996, FIJI Water has embodied what it means to be Earth's Finest Water and is sold worldwide. FIJI Water is committed to doing business responsibly and seeking opportunities to make a difference. This means investing in sustainability, the environment, and local communities to enable positive change.FIJI Water is seeking a Regional Operations Manager -East Coast to oversee our 3PL warehouse operations across Philadelphia, Savannah, Miami and Toronto. This leadership role blends operational expertise with strategic thinking, providing an opportunity to champion innovative initiatives that drive efficiency, cost performance, and best-in-class service across the region.The ideal candidate will lead multi-site operations and implement continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and advanced operational analytics. This is a high-impact position that will influence warehouse performance, operational excellence, and the overall success of FIJI Water's supply chain.The role of Regional Operations Manager East Coast requires a hands-on, results-oriented leader with experience managing 3PL warehouse operations, ensuring compliance with food safety and quality standards, and developing high-performing teams to achieve both short- and long-term operational goals. Reporting to the Sr. Manager of Warehousing & Drayage, you will have the opportunity to shape and influence the strategy for FIJI Water Logistics operations, collaborate with FIJI and The Wonderful Company's Supply Chain leadership team, and leverage your creative and analytical skillset to solve strategic challenges across the supply chain function.Job DescriptionThe Regional Operations Manager - East Coast role requires blending strong internal capabilities with external perspectives, creating an opportunity to champion new initiatives that demonstrate breakthrough thinking. You'll lead highly visible projects that will have a significant impact on the direction and performance of the division.Oversee multi-site 3PL warehouse operations across Philadelphia, Savannah, Miami and Toronto, ensuring consistent performance and service levelsConduct regular site visits, audits, and performance reviews to ensure alignment, accountability, and operational excellenceServe as the primary point of contact for site-level issues and coordinate support requests with the Headquarters Operations teamProvide support within the warehouse to the Drayage and Transportation teams for inbound and outbound shipments as needed to ensure smooth logistics and timely deliveriesDrive operational excellence across all warehouse functions, including inventory management, rotation (FIFO/FEFO), fulfillment, and shippingLead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and cost performanceManage KPIs and leverage data analytics to optimize processes and support data-driven decision-makingCollaborate with 3PL partners and IT teams to implement system, process, and technology improvementsEnsure inventory accuracy, proper stock rotation, product quality, and compliance with safety and regulatory standardsControl operational costs and support budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance targetsLead, develop, and align teams while driving change management and a culture of continuous improvementQualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or a related fieldMinimum of 5 years of experience in operations, supply chain, or warehouse managementExperience working with suppliers and 3PL warehouse operationsFamiliarity with SQF, BRC, ISO, and FSSC quality and food safety standardsProven ability to manage multiple complex projects and competing prioritiesStrong leadership in safety, compliance, and environmental standardsLean Six Sigma experience preferred, with demonstrated success leading improvement initiativesStrong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skillsSolid financial acumen with experience in budgeting, cost control, and performance analysisExcellent communication, cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder influence, and change management skillsPay Range: $120,000 - $135,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.Additional InformationThriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including:24/7 online physician consultationsvirtual mental health resourceslife coachingengaging employee community groupscash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursementslibrary of on-demand fitness videosCareer Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward.Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.Building a Healthy Society: To date, our co-Founders Lynda and Stewart Resnick, through their foundations and The Wonderful Company, have invested more than $2.5 billion in education, health and wellness, community development, and sustainability initiatives across California's Central Valley, Fiji, and the world. In 2025, Wonderful ranked as #1 in PEOPLE's "100 Companies That Care" list and was named one of Fortune magazine's 100 Best Companies to Work For. To learn more about our corporate social responsibility efforts, visit csr.wonderful.com.Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities.FIJI Water, natural artesian water bottled at the source in Viti Levu (Fiji islands), is the No. 1 premium imported bottled water in the United States. FIJI Water is the water of choice among discerning consumers and top chefs. Widely available at fine restaurants and hotels, all major retail channels and through a convenient home/business delivery service, FIJI Water has expanded globally to more than 90 countries.FIJI Water is part of The Wonderful Company, a successful, fast-growing privately held $6 billion company with 10,000 employees worldwide. The Wonderful Company's connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving, education initiatives, and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in California's Central Valley. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit csr.wonderful.com.The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. 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