Associate Strategy Manager, Automated Ordering
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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.
In this role, you will be a key member of the Store, Inventory, and Product team, working on simplifying the End-to-End Inventory experience for Store partners at Starbucks. Your focus will specifically be on Automated Ordering, a key strategic initiative for the team and enterprise that automates the orders of product sent to our stores. You will take the lead on a testing approach and execution of our Automated Ordering Beverage & Paper project and will support more general strategic development work across the program. This is a highly cross functional role, engaging with multiple Store Operations teams, Global Supply Chain, Data Analytics & Insights and Starbucks Technology on a regular basis.
As an Associate Strategy Manager, you will…
- Strategy Development – You will support the store ordering strategy and lead & develop specific strategic elements of the Automated Ordering program.
- Implementation & Execution – You will launch new functionality and lead the execution of various store tests to support the Automated Ordering projects, leaning on your analytical capabilities and bias for action.
- Leadership – You will serve in an indirect leadership role across a cross-functional team, setting goals, helping others succeed and contributing to a positive team environment.
We’d love to hear from people with:
- Data analysis and modeling - 5 years
- Strategic planning and management consulting - 5 years
- General business experience in large, multi-disciplinary organizations – 5 years
- Leading teams - 2 years
- Developing and delivering presentations to executive-level audiences - 1 year
- Project management experience in tackling large or complex problems - preferred.
- Ability to navigate ambiguity, drive clarity, and create strategy in new spaces.
- Experience understanding, managing, and cultivating stakeholder communities.
- Experience in retail operations, store development and/or strategic consulting
- Knowledge and capabilities with data organization and visualization tools (Smartsheet, Tableau, Power BI, etc.) preferred.
- Undergraduate degree, MBA, or equivalent experiences preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft suite
From free coffee to competitive pay, Starbucks is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time partners. Benefits include 100% tuition coverage through our Starbucks College Achievement Plan, health coverage with a variety of plans to choose from, and stock & savings programs like our equity reward program, Bean Stock. What’s more, Starbucks offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for paid time off. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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.
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