Manager, Byproduct Innovation

The Wonderful Company is committed to offering high-quality, healthy, and iconic brands such as Wonderful Pistachios, Wonderful Halos, FIJI Water, and POM Wonderful. We’re looking to make the world a healthier place through an uncompromising commitment to the well-being of our employees and their families. We foster a collaborative workforce that encourages an entrepreneurial spirit and openness to change.

We are seeking a Manager, Byproduct Innovation to lead the development and execution of byproduct innovation initiatives that support the organization’s business strategy and sustainability goals. This individual will manage the full innovation pipeline—from research and ideation to prototyping and commercialization—while identifying high-impact opportunities to repurpose byproducts.

This position will be based at our West Los Angeles, CA office. We work a hybrid schedule with an in-office requirement Monday-Wednesday and the option to work remotely on Thursday and Friday.

• Support the development and continuous refinement of the organization’s byproduct innovation strategy, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives and sustainability targets
• Conduct market and technology research to identify emerging trends, technologies, and potential partners relevant to byproduct innovation and utilization
• Oversee the byproduct innovation pipeline, from ideation through feasibility assessment, prototyping, testing/piloting, and commercialization of byproduct-derived solutions
• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize opportunities for byproduct utilization, including new product development, process optimization and waste reduction
• Develop and implement metrics to measure the effectiveness and impact of byproduct innovation initiatives
• Support business-led byproduct innovation projects from conception through implementation
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders—including R&D, operations, sustainability, marketing, legal and regulatory teams—to ensure successful development and compliance of byproduct innovations
• Document and communicate project progress, outcomes, and lessons learned to senior leadership and relevant departments

• Proven experience in management consulting, innovation strategy, product management, product development, process engineering, or sustainability roles
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of identifying and implementing creative solutions
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement and collaboration
• Knowledge of byproduct market trends, regulatory requirements, and best practices related to byproduct utilization and sustainable innovation
• Familiarity with Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) pathways and bioenergy technologies
• Industry experience in food and beverage, agriculture, consumer goods, or manufacturing preferred

Pay Range: $150,000 - $160,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.

• Thriving 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 consultations 
  • virtual mental health resources 
  • life coaching 
  • engaging employee community groups 
  • cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements 
  • library of on-demand fitness videos 
• Career 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 2024, Wonderful ranked as #3 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. 

Headquartered in Los Angeles, The Wonderful Company is a privately held $6 billion company dedicated to harvesting health around the world through its iconic consumer brands. The company’s 10,000 employees worldwide are committed to bringing consumers everywhere the freshest, most wholesome pistachios, citrus and pomegranates; bottling the finest water and wines; and creating colorful bouquets that are sure to touch the heart. This commitment is reflected in the company’s market share: Wonderful Pistachios® is America’s No. 1 tree nut and America’s fastest-growing snack; Wonderful® Halos® is the No. 1 mandarin orange in America; POM Wonderful® is the No. 1 100% pomegranate brand in America; FIJI® Water is America’s No. 1 premium imported bottled water brand; JUSTIN® Wine has the No. 1 Cabernet Sauvignon in California; and Teleflora® is the world’s leading floral delivery service. 

The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back at its core. 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 www.wonderful.com/csr.

To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products and its core values, visit www.wonderful.com, or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

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