Manager, External Communications

Company Description

The Wonderful Company is a privately held $6 billion company committed to providing high‑quality, healthy brands and helping improve the lives of the people who live and work in the places where we operate. Ranked No. 1 on the 2025 PEOPLE® Companies That Care list and one of Fortune® magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” in the U.S., The Wonderful Company is continually recognized for its dedication to the well‑being of its workforce, their communities, and the planet.

We are looking for a Manager, External Communications to join our Corporate Communications team. In this position, you will play a vital role in driving media relations efforts and supporting high‑visibility projects while developing expertise in crisis management and strategic communication, ensuring alignment across the organization. You will support reputational efforts for the company and our founders, track emerging issues and trends, manage the company’s social platforms and website, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver consistent, impactful messaging that reflects our mission and values.

As a strategic, detail‑oriented, and highly collaborative external communications professional, you will help provide counsel and guidance to inform, engage, and positively impact our businesses and consumers. The role is fast‑paced and dynamic with broad, senior‑level visibility. The Manager, External Communications reports to the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer. 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.

• Track media, public sentiment, and emerging issues on an ongoing basis using industry‑leading media monitoring tools (Signal AI, Muck Rack, Talkwalker, and Hootsuite).
• Vet incoming media opportunities, maintain media lists, and develop coverage recaps for clients.
• Manage content strategy, execution, and reporting for corporate social media channels, ensuring alignment with brand voice and communication strategies.
• Draft, edit, and proofread communications, including newsletter articles, talking points, backgrounders, FAQs, and press releases.
• Support external‑facing stakeholders with corporate communications initiatives across Talent Acquisition, Real Estate, Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility, and others.
• Provide project management support for a diverse portfolio of enterprise‑wide initiatives and special projects, such as Wikipedia, Glassdoor, top‑tier industry rankings and valuations (Forbes, Bloomberg), and more.
• Assist in crafting clear, concise, and accurate messaging during crisis situations.
• Conduct research on industry trends, competitors, and speaking opportunities.
• Coordinate multi‑location group tours for key stakeholders, media, and guests across operations.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams in a fast‑paced environment.

• At least 5–7 years of hands‑on experience within an agency or corporate environment driving strategic communications, media relations and social media campaigns, and executive visibility opportunities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, or related business field.
• Fluency in Microsoft 365, Adobe suite, and Canva.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms, preferably Linked In and Instagram.
• Familiarity with AP style and standard media and social media monitoring tools (Cision, Critical Mention, Notified, Hootsuite) is a plus.
• Familiarity building PowerPoint presentations and working with digital files and assets (image resizing, cropping, etc.).
• Experience assisting with logistics for public events or announcements.
• Spanish speaking is preferred.
• Demonstrates understanding of and a strong interest in learning about agriculture, real‑estate, and consumer packaged goods (CPG) to effectively support communications strategies across diverse industries.
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to proactively complete tasks and meet goals in partnership with others and under minimal supervision.
• Exceptional attention to…