Now Brewing – group manager, Program Management, Marketing Operations (Hybrid - U.S.)! #tobeapartner

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.

We’re looking for an experienced project and program management leader to join our Go-to-Market Operations team in Seattle. This is a key role driving overall program management strategy as part of the team responsible for cross-functional marketing execution from strategy and planning through execution and measurement, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, providing visibility through timely communications and operational reporting, optimizing creative agency relationships, and identifying opportunities to continuously improve processes. This position will focus on supporting marketing teams in bringing campaigns to market across paid, earned and owned digital channels, as well as agency management strategic operations. The ideal candidate to fill this role has Marketing Operations and Agency management experience and is equal parts big-picture strategic thinker, problem solver, people leader, communicator and collaborator.

As a group manager, Program Management, Marketing Operations , you will…

· Lead a team of talented project managers responsible for executing key seasonal and innovation marketing programs and projects to develop and maintain project plans, ensuring schedule milestones and financial parameters are met and projects are delivered effectively to achieve business objectives.

· Recommend and implement continuous process improvements to positively impact efficiency and quality.

· Guide implementation of agency management strategic approach, as well as support team in maintaining health of day-to-day agency operations.

· Collaborate with marketing leadership and cross-functional partners in the development of clearly articulated visions, business cases and program charters.

We’d love to hear from people with:

· Managing complex large-scale, cross-functional initiatives with continuous process improvement, change management and information technology components (8+ years)

· Marketing Operations experience in large, matrixed organizations (8+ years)

· Experience working with or within a creative agency setting, supporting large brands and strategic marketing campaigns from initiation through execution (5+ years)

· Demonstrated success managing a large team of project managers in program and project management and agency management (8+ 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 .