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Starbucks · 12 hours ago

program manager, Workforce Solutions

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$130K/yr - $217K/yr

8+ years exp

Starbucks is a company that celebrates coffee and connection, and they are seeking a dynamic program manager to lead high-impact initiatives that accelerate their workforce strategy. In this role, you will connect strategy to execution, own enterprise-wide programs, and foster innovation to develop and empower talent globally.

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Responsibilities

Act as a strategic partner to our executive leadership team, developing talent strategies and solutions that reflect a deep understanding of our enterprise strategy and greatest talent opportunities

Partner with PRO and cross-functional teams to design, implement, and scale HR processes that drive consistency and impact

Communicate clearly and concisely—visually and verbally—at an audience-appropriate level (up to and including executives), and can adapt messaging to “speak the language” that resonates, influences, and moves work forward

Amplify and scale workforce strategies driving prioritized changes that enable our culture and talent to evolve and grow in service of long-term success

Build strong relationships across teams and stakeholders to bring others along and set all parties up for success

Design, develop & lead multiple concurrent, cross-functional programs aligned with PRO and enterprise strategic priorities balancing near- and long-term horizons

Bring a clear point of view and drive decision-making informed by data, stakeholder input, and strategic alignment

Lead with empathy, courage, and clarity—navigating complex conversations and driving fact-based, actionable outcomes

Qualification

Program managementTalent strategyCross-functional collaborationData-driven decision makingHuman Resources knowledgeEmpathyCommunicationProblem-solving skillsFacilitation skillsAdaptability

Required

8+ years of proven success delivering large-scale, cross-functional programs or change initiatives within a large, matrixed environment

8+ years of broad business experience working across large, matrixed organizations

A demonstrated passion for creating clear, actionable paths forward in ambiguous situations

Proven ability to influence and shape outcomes across diverse stakeholder groups—including senior leaders—without direct authority

Ability to balance strategic vision with tactical execution, adapting plans to maintain momentum and impact

Strong strategic, problem-solving, and facilitation skills

Strong understanding of Human Resources processes and policies, or experience as an HR Business Partner, is a plus

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance

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

Participation in a 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