strategy manager

Join to apply for the strategy manager - Global Brand role at Starbucks $130,300.00/yr - $217,400.00/yr Now Brewing – Manager, Strategy - Global Brand 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 are forming a new Strategic Initiatives team within Global Brand to drive high-impact, cross‑functional efforts shaping the future of our brand, business, and customer experience. As Strategy Manager, you will define and advance strategic priorities across marketing, digital, operations, and product. Your work includes identifying key issues, framing problems, leading analyses, and delivering actionable recommendations to senior leadership. This role is ideal for a seasoned strategist who thrives in ambiguity, brings clarity to complexity, and can influence senior leaders across diverse disciplines. As a strategy manager you will Partner with senior leaders and subject matter experts to define and drive initiatives across functions and geographies. Lead strategic planning and problem-solving for high-priority efforts, creating clear narratives, business cases, and roadmaps. Align executive stakeholders across marketing, digital, operations, and product for coordinated execution. Conduct market, customer, and competitive analyses to inform decisions and uncover growth opportunities. Create executive-level presentations that distill complex ideas into actionable insights. Act as a thought partner and integrator across teams to connect dots and accelerate decisions. Champion a culture of innovation, agility, and customer-centricity. Leadership & Influence Serve as a strategic advisor to the Global Brand Leadership Team and connector across the organization. Build strong enterprise relationships to align and amplify strategic priorities. Operate with high autonomy and influence, despite no direct reports initially. What You’ll Bring A bias for action and a passion for solving big, meaningful problems. A collaborative spirit and ability to build trust across diverse teams. A systems thinker who can zoom out to see the big picture and zoom in to drive detail. A love for brand, culture, and customer experience, and a desire to shape what’s next. We’d Love To Hear From People With 8–10+ years of experience in strategy, consulting, corporate development, or a related field, ideally within consumer, retail, or digital environments. Proven ability to lead cross‑functional initiatives and influence senior stakeholders in a matrixed organization. Strong strategic thinking, analytical skills, and business acumen. Excellent communication and storytelling abilities, especially with executive audiences. Comfort operating in a fast‑paced, ambiguous environment with shifting priorities. A growth mindset and a passion for brand, culture, and customer experience. MBA or equivalent experience preferred. 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, paid holidays, and personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligibility for a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (SIP), equity program, incentivized emergency savings, and financial well‑being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers full tuition coverage for a first‑time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program, student loan management resources, and other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with applicable laws regarding employee leave benefits. 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 today Starbucks 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 or (888) 611-2258. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full-time Job function Advertising, Management, and Marketing Industries Manufacturing, Food and Beverage Services, and Retail Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Starbucks by 2x Get notified about new Strategy Manager jobs in Seattle, WA. #J-18808-Ljbffr