About The Position

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. As a Business Manager, you will drive strategy and growth with external and internal business partners to transform and shape our future in our largest business segments. You will own key relationships with existing and new licensed business partners and operate as a general manager. Your work will be broad, impactful, and highly-cross-functional. You will be responsible for new store development and portfolio management, program innovation and adoption, complex negotiations, technology solutioning, and supporting Albertsons & Starbucks world-class Market Operations teams.

Requirements

  • Franchise development and/or business development experience, preferably in Starbucks Licensed Stores Business Development environment (5+ years)
  • Direct experience negotiating complex agreements and contracts with executives (5+ years)
  • B2B Sales and strategic account management with Fortune 500 or industry leading companies (5+ years)
  • Demonstrates strong executive presence and maturity
  • General management: application of multi-disciplinary business practices with internal and external teams (e.g. marketing, strategy, finance, technology, sourcing, store development, legal, operations) (5+ years)
  • Strong strategic thinking, analytical, problem-solving capabilities
  • Expertise at simplifying complicated material to communicate in a concise and effective way
  • Ability to influence C level leaders in significant investment decisions and change management
  • Ability to adapt strategies and plans, and thrive in an ambiguous environment

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategic joint business plans to grow, develop, and retain a key licensed coffeehouse portfolio
  • Cultivate strong, trust-based relationships internally and externally at all levels including senior, C level stakeholder
  • Distill complex ideas and data to craft actionable insights that drive consensus and make material business impact
  • Collaborate seamlessly across teams to align strategies, remove obstacles, and accelerate execution
  • Lead cross functional collaboration & program implementation across broad-ranging departments
  • Build effective business proposals and financial models to support decision making and investment strategies
  • Develop negotiation strategy and approach for complex partnership agreements
  • Drive adoption of the latest innovations, technology, equipment and services across the portfolio
  • Proactively identify external and internal factors to remain current on industry trends and competitive landscape

Benefits

  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
  • basic and supplemental life insurance
  • other voluntary insurance benefits
  • 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
  • two personal days per year
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
  • discounted company stock program (S.I.P.)
  • Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock)
  • incentivized emergency savings
  • financial well-being tools
  • 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
  • access to other educational opportunities
  • backup care
  • DACA reimbursement
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