director, strategy & business operations

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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.

This job contributes to Starbucks success by leading the strategy and business operations for the Marketing organization. Includes strategy development, business rhythm (planning and partner / employee engagement, and communications), and operations (budget and contract management). Oversight of Global Channel Development (CPG & Foodservice business unit) planning and operational activities to ensure close integration and coordination where appropriate. High connectivity to Brand business operations team for enterprise planning, execution, and delivery of key strategic initiatives.

As a director, strategy & business operations , you will...

Define relevant business requirements and solutions for prioritized strategic projects, gaining cross-functional stakeholder alignment and delivering recommendations for leadership. Lead program deployment, including rhythm of the business activities, change management, and communications. Manages budgets, contract management and work plans in support of Marketing organizational goals. Lead a team of 5+ partners, building team capabilities aligned with goals of organization. Models and acts in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles.

Leadership - Setting goals for the work group, developing organizational capability, and modeling how we work together

• Models leadership behaviors that are grounded in Starbucks Mission and Values
• Drives the engagement, development and performance of all members of their team
• Identifies problems that need to be solved across Global Marketing and Channel Development and champions change leadership
• Ability to influence broadly up, down and across the enterprise to mobilize partners to support program deliverables in balance with their day-to-day priorities
• Leads project and change management responsibilities related to projects spanning multiple business units and functions
• Ensures that stakeholders are informed and engaged and is accountable for all stakeholder engagement activities and communication delivery
• Identifies and communicates key responsibilities and practices to ensure the immediate team of direct reports, if applicable, promotes a successful attitude, confidence in leadership, and teamwork to achieve business results
• Leads and influences across functions, regions and cultures. Works closely with functional, regional and program leadership to align the organization for successful deployment of large-scale initiatives.
• Leads planning and execution of strategic leadership experiences and meetings such as Town Halls, Leadership Meetings etc.
• Ability to function effectively in a highly ambiguous environment with the flexibility to change course as required to respond to new situations

Planning and Execution - Developing strategic and operational plans for the work group, managing execution, and measuring results. Coordinate activities within Marketing and Global Channel Development to ensure consistency and integration where relevant

Business Requirements - Providing functional expertise and executing functional & business responsibilities

Partner Development & Team Building - Providing partners with coaching, feedback, and developmental opportunities and building effective teams :

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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

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.

We believe we do our best work when we're together, which is why we're onsite four days a week.

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Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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