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From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

Starbucks is on an exciting journey to harness the power of Generative AI to better serve our partners and customers. We're looking for a innovative and future-focused partner to join our Store Operations Innovation and Architecture team as a Strategy Manager. In this pivotal role, you'll set the strategy for how Starbucks leverages utilizes Generative AI to support our store partners. You will use your expertise to set the short- and long-term roadmaps for this critical unlock.

As a strategy manager, you will…

• Leverage internal and external research to build a portfolio of use cases for utilizing GenAI to solve store partners’ problems.

• Use your storytelling skills to help the organization envision the future and build momentum for the work.

• Partner closely with cross-functional teams like Technology to ensure we’re building quickly scalable solutions

Leadership:

• Set Goals and Develop Teams: Define key responsibilities, promote confidence, and model teamwork. Support company programs for overall success.

Planning and Execution:

• Strategic Planning: Develop and manage business unit processes aligned with company goals.

• Communication: Educate your team on policy and practice changes.

Business Requirements:

• Presentations: Create structured presentations highlighting business issues, insights, and recommendations for executive leadership.

• Knowledge Sharing: Share insights across teams and build relationships with executive sponsors.

• Project Management: Lead strategic problem-solving, develop hypotheses, and guide detailed analyses. Manage project timelines and deliverables.

Partner Development & Team Building:

• Inspire and Challenge: Motivate partners to achieve business results and complete performance reviews.

• Compliance: Ensure partners comply with legal and operational standards.

• Training and Development:Oversee partner training, make staffing decisions, and provide coaching and support to achieve results.

We’d love to hear from people with:

• Strategic management consulting - 4 years

• Data analysis and modeling 2 years

• Developing and delivering presentations to executive level audiences 2 years

• Leading teams 2 years

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com (file:///C:/Users/rofunk/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/INetCache/Content.Outlook/EHRXPAYM/starbucksbenefits.com) .

*If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

If you live in the greater Seattle area, we offer a flexible workplace that allows for hybrid work. Partners can work remotely up to two days per week.

Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Starbucks Corporation is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com .