director, Global Supply Chain Direct Sourcing

Now Brewing Director, GSC Direct SourcingFrom 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. If you're passionate about building world-class teams, driving strategic transformation, and making a meaningful difference in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment, this is the role for you. We are looking for a visionary leader ready to shape the future of global sourcing at Starbucks. As director, sourcing for categories like food, beverage, packaging and merchandise, you'll lead a high-performing team of sourcing professionals to deliver best-in-class strategies that drive value, innovation, and impact across a multi-billion-dollar spend portfolio. This role is your opportunity to collaborate across business units and influence senior executives.As a director in sourcing, you will:Set clear goals and develop a compelling vision for best-in-class sourcing performance.Build and lead global sourcing teams, elevating organizational capability.Influence internal stakeholders up to the executive level and external industry leaders.Develop and implement multi-year strategic and operational plans aligned with company objectives.Manage execution, measure results, and drive systematic change across the organization.Design and execute sourcing strategies, including commodity risk management.Champion corporate social responsibility and supplier diversity programs.Operate effectively in high-growth, high-risk environments.Build strong relationships with strategic suppliers and industry players.Drive continuous supplier performance improvement and influence external standards.Coach, develop, and inspire teams to achieve higher performance.Ensure compliance, oversee training, and make effective staffing decisions.We'd love to hear from people with: team leadership and people management 10 years, global strategic sourcing/procurement experience, preferably in a high growth, retail/manufacturing/CPG environment 12 years, advanced analytical skills, adept in business planning, financial management, and budget management, market leading knowledge of global market analysis, macro-economic drivers, sourcing category strategy, supplier relationship management, strategic vendor alliance programs, 'should-cost' models, and multi-year negotiation strategies, supplier continuous improvement programs/lean initiatives, knowledge of critical sourcing legal requirements and contracting best practices.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.*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.We believe we do our best work when we're together, which is why we're onsite four days a week.Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply todayStarbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.Starbucks Coffee Company 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 or 1(888) 611-2258.