Now Brewing – sr. group manager, Indirect Supply Chain Sourcing! #tobeapartner

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.

In this role you will lead and develop a high‑performing sourcing team while shaping and executing distribution and transportation sourcing strategies that support Starbucks’ enterprise programs and long‑term business goals. You will inspire partners to do their best work, architect value through strategic sourcing, and collaborate across the organization to enable responsible growth.

As a mgr sr sourcing group, you will…

• Lead and develop sourcing talent – Inspire, coach, and develop partners through clear expectations, meaningful goals, and ongoing performance and development conversations, including onboarding and skill development in sourcing best practices.

• Deliver strategic sourcing leadership – Lead the development and execution of category sourcing strategies, supplier relationship management, and risk management practices that support enterprise priorities and operational excellence.

• Architect value for the business – Develop strategic and operational plans, measure results, and hold teams accountable while partnering with leadership to drive bottom‑line results, top‑line growth, and corporate social responsibility outcomes.

We’d love to hear from people with:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or a related field preferred
• 8+ years of sourcing experience preferred

Skills & Capabilities

• Leadership – Leads with humility and authenticity; prioritizes partner growth, inclusion, and well-being while fostering trust and empowerment
• Sourcing Foundations – Expert knowledge of category strategies, supplier relationship management, risk management, RFX processes, market analysis, should cost models, and standard legal protections
• Problem Solving – Strong ability to assess complex business situations, identify options, and drive effective execution
• Teamwork & Influence – Effectively influences peers and leaders across functions and levels on complex strategies
• Project Management – Drives clarity, focus, and execution across multiple initiatives
• Emotional Intelligence & Influence – Leads effectively in ambiguous environments and adapts style to stakeholder needs
• Communication & Business Acumen – Communicates clearly and persuasively with cross functional partners and senior leaders using strong storytelling and data driven insights
• Intellectual Curiosity – Actively pursues learning through benchmarking, education, and industry engagement, and shares insights broadly
  

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%25 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 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.
 
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