program manager, Future Operating Model

Starbucks Coffee CompanySeattle, WA
$130,300 - $217,400Onsite

About The Position

As a program manager – Future Operating Model, you will redefine how Starbucks delivers at scale by advancing the operating model of the coffeehouse, including engine throughput, drive-thru performance. You will lead complex programs to determine fleet-wide issues that can be solved systematically.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Business, Engineering, Operations, Technology, Data Science or related field.
  • 4+ years of progressive experience in innovation, strategy, operations, manufacturing, engineering, retail transformation, or related disciplines.
  • Experience driving cross-functional partnerships in innovation programs, pilots, or transformation initiatives from concept through implementation.
  • Experience developing business cases, managing project timelines, and communicating recommendations to senior leaders and cross functional partners.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on performance metrics
  • Experience in automation, equipment, operations, or process optimization

Nice To Haves

  • Drive-thru and production systems experience a plus

Responsibilities

  • Drive drive-thru and engine performance – Lead initiatives focused on OTW, throughput, and peak performance optimization
  • Advance automation and equipment innovation – Partner with engineering and product teams to develop and scale new capabilities
  • Deliver operational efficiency at scale – Improve metrics such as IPLH, equipment uptime, and cost through system and process innovation
  • Lead complex, cross-functional programs – Integrate work across Engineering, Supply Chain, Facilities, and Operations to deliver results
  • Balance speed, risk, and impact – Drive enterprise decisions and prioritize investments that maximize performance outcomes

Benefits

  • medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and 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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