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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. With every cup, with every conversation, with every community – we nurture the limitless possibilities of human connection. This job contributes to Starbucks’s success by serving as the senior project manager for Business Operations in the Global Communications organization, which includes Corporate, International, and Partner (Internal) Communications, Starbucks Stories and newsroom, and a data and analytics team.

We are seeking a candidate who is comfortable and agile in managing a range of projects including but not limited to guiding processes for annual planning, sourcing, agency onboarding and support, serving as the primary liaison for finance and supporting overall budget management for the department, and partnering with the Global Comms leadership team to develop and calibrate department planning conversations.

This role will be reporting directly to the director of Business Operations and Planning, Global Communications, candidate is responsible for providing operational support and strategic guidance for the Global Communications organization and should have a track record of staying organized and disciplined in complex, fast-moving, and sometimes ambiguous business environments.

Reporting to the director of business operations in Corporate Affairs, as a senior project manager in Global Communications, you will :

• Drive alignment around setting strategy, forming a plan with clear goals and asks, executing and monitoring progress.

• Work hand in hand with colleagues on the Finance, PRO, Sourcing, and Legal teams to drive the enterprise rhythms of the business.

• Be responsible for maintaining budget details for the Global Communications team – in coordination with leadership priorities and ensuring efficient use of resources.

• Manage agency relationships and continuously audit for compliance and contract updates as needed

• Help prepare presentation materials and briefs for meetings.

• Project manage tasks to ensure completion of action items.

• Keep relevant team members informed and refine communications throughout ongoing projects.

• Communicate priorities, activities, and results to the larger organization, while ensuring deliverables are met. Have a strong pulse and feedback loop on organizational needs.

• Identify and take on ad-hoc strategic projects - everything from defining new opportunities to executing key initiatives and closing the gaps in business and operations.

• Other strategic projects as defined by the Director of Business Operations, Corporate Affairs, and the GC leadership team.

We’d love to hear from people with:

• Skills that help to develop and nurture a cohesive team committed to working together and completing the project to the best of their ability.

• Ability to nimbly adapt to shifting priorities while bringing along the team to support.

• Experience with leveraging talent and project resources in an effective and efficient manner for each project and sharing expert-level knowledge on project management standards and methodologies.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Practiced facilitator with excellent interpersonal and analytical skills.

• Ability to work well independently and with others.

• Self-starter with excellent judgment and high integrity.

• Skills in use and business computer applications (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

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