Company Description
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.
The Global Benefit & Wellness Program Manager is responsible for managing benefits and wellness within our current global markets utilizing their expertise to lead country-specific as well as global organizational benefit and wellness programs.
The Global Benefit & Wellness Program Manager is responsible for leading and administering the group insurance benefit programs (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, etc.) for employees outside of the US as well as overseeing wellness programs in the US and internationally. This position provides benefits leadership and guidance to local and executive decisionmakers and works effectively with consultants and local-country brokers. They work well independently and are self-motivated but also excel at partnership opportunities among team members and throughout the organization.
The Program Manager plays an integral role in keeping The Wonderful Company’s employees safe and healthy as well as happy and fulfilled.
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.
Job Description
- Responsible for all international & expatriate benefit policies and programs including processing and tracking enrollments/terminations, invoicing, renewal negotiations with consultants, and inquiries from local management and HR teams.
- Monitor international benefit industry changes; propose to leadership & implement enhancements based upon market trends and business needs.
- Manage on-going relationships with benefit plan brokers, providers, vendors, and consultants to ensure engagement in plan administration, and to coordinate regulatory requirements and compliance.
- Communicate benefits information to the employees and hiring managers by helping contribute to country-specific onboarding materials and supporting/communicating wellness initiatives.
- Independently provide technical and subject matter expertise regarding assigned programs requiring an in-depth knowledge of regulations, policies, and procedures applicable within the organization.
- Execute on-boarding and implementation of new vendors for in-country benefits.
- Build and manage ongoing improvement of the day-to-day administration, communication, and operations of global wellness programs.
- Oversee global wellness and education programs to promote healthy lifestyles and employee satisfaction.
- Partner with global partners for coordinated approach to global wellness strategy and provide support for benefits and wellness resources.
- Develop and execute communication strategy for global benefit offerings using effective communication vehicles to optimize impact and understanding.
- Intervene and manage employee escalations with internal parties as well as vendors and bring to resolution.
- Drive implementation of health promotion and wellness programs including health screenings, flu shots and others across multiple locations.
- Provide leadership and consultative project work with the broader Total Rewards team, as needed.
- Additional duties include creating and distributing Total Rewards communications.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Minimum of 6 years of business experience required
- 4-5 years of direct experience in benefits programs and benefits administration management
- Experience working in a large (1,000+ employee), complex organization.
- Experience providing guidance and consultation regarding policy and procedures
- Proven problem-solving ability and analytical skills
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to navigate difficult situations with empathy, discretion, and professionalism
- Ability to handle matters of confidentiality with utmost tact and diplomacy
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Knowledge and experience with HR software applications
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Work, Outlook and PowerPoint)
- Ability to compile, analyze, interpret, and present employee information and data accurately and with attention to detail
- Critical thinker with strong time-management, organization, and prioritization skills to meet deadlines
- Must accommodate working hours of international operations; flexibility in meeting times throughout the day
Pay Range: $100,000 - $110,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.
Additional Information
- 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 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.
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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