Now Brewing - director product management, Distribution - Supply Chain! #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.
This role leads Starbucks' digital product strategy for Supply Chain Distribution, driving innovation across warehouse and transportation solutions, first/middle/last mile optimization, and reverse logistics. Build a connected ecosystem that maximizes availability, reduces cost-to-serve, safeguards quality, and scales with growth. Deliver end-to-end visibility for transparency, traceability, and proactive exception management. We seek a strategic, data-driven product leader with deep distribution expertise, proven ability to build high-performing teams, and a track record of transformative results in QSR, Retail, CPG, or franchise-based supply chains.
As a director product management, distribution - Supply Chain , you will...
Architect for Scale, Interoperability, and Resilience
Guide integration strategies across core supply chain systems (warehouse, transportation, order management, ERP) to ensure interoperability and scalability.
Make informed build/buy/partner decisions, manage vendor relationships and platform roadmaps, and ensure safe integration with automation and visibility solutions.
Lead Cross-Functional Alignment & Change
Operate as a strategic partner to Global Supply Chain, DC Operations & Logistics, Manufacturing, Quality & Food Safety, Procurement, Store Operations, Finance, Legal, Sustainability, and Architecture/Engineering, as well as 3PLs, carriers, and brokers.
Drive change management and training plans to ensure adoption across a distributed, franchise-inclusive network.
Ensure Compliance, Risk Management, and Traceability
Embed capabilities for regulatory compliance (e.g., DOT/FMCSA, OSHA), food safety (e.g., HACCP/FSMA), cold chain controls, chain of custody/traceability, temperature monitoring, customs & trade documentation (as applicable), and incident response across Distribution workflows.
Establish governance and data stewardship for auditability, data quality, and policy adherence.
Deliver with Speed and Quality
Run the full lifecycle from vision and planning through delivery and iteration in close partnership with engineering, data, and architecture.
Navigate constraints (cost, resources, timeline) with clear trade-offs and disciplined execution.
We'd love to hear from people with:
Minimum 10+ years progressive responsibility in Digital Product Management
Minimum 5+ years deep domain expertise in supply chain and distribution operations
Minimum 5+ years prior people management experience
Strong communication skills and proven ability to influence both at a strategic leadership level and cross functionally
Expert at working in the agile environment (e.g., user stories, iterative development, scrum teams, sprints, personas)
Strategic mindset and bias for action with strong ability for strategic planning and driving business outcomes
Ability to lead and influence a team while fostering relationships across multiple enterprise-wide teams
Deep domain expertise including knowledge of industry & tech trends and users & customers
Preferred:
Industry background in QSR, Retail with multi-node networks
Familiarity with supply chain technology platforms and integrations
Experience using data and analytics to guide decisions and improve operations
Understanding of industry trends and emerging technologies in supply chain
Experience driving visibility and efficiency across end-to-end operations
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.
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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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