business analysis manager, Channel Dev

Starbucks Corp.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Starbucks Corp. is seeking a Business Analysis Manager to support the Channel Development finance team. You will prepare performance reports, collaborate on forecasts for the Global Coffee Alliance with Nestle, and guide annual and quarterly projections.

The role requires leading cross-functional analyses, building financial models, and presenting insights to senior management. The position emphasizes excellence, collaboration, and strategic recommendations.

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in financial analysis, modeling, budgeting and business planning (7 years).
• Applicable retail industry experience (5 years) is a plus.
• Contributing to and leading cross-functional teams (5 years).
• Ability to present information clearly to senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare business performance reports and collaborate on forecasts.
• Lead analyses of NPV, ROI and P&L; quantify opportunities and risk.
• Guide annual and quarterly forecasts with Nestle as needed.
• Develop standardized business review framework for leadership insights.
• Lead the forecast and budget planning process for Channel Development.
• Support month-end close, variance analysis and reporting.
• Work with cross-functional teams to set targets and improve processes.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cross-functional leadership

Excel modelling

Senior leadership presentation

Tools

Essbase/Hyperion

Job description

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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.

As a business analysis manager on the Channel Development finance team, you will prepare business performance reports, collaborate with the brand team to ensure the success of the Global Coffee Alliance, and guide our annual and quarterly forecasts with Nestle as needed.

As a business analysis manager supporting Global Coffee Alliance, you will…

Develop Business Cases and conduct ad hoc analyses to support critical business decisions around innovation programs. Lead analyses of net present value (NPV), return on investment (ROI) and profit loss (P&L). Conducts research, creates financial models, and defines appropriate financial measures. Quantify opportunities and risk and recommends alternatives. Provide strategic and tactical recommendations to senior management.

Support establishment of standardized business review framework to communicate insights to Field Senior Leadership while bolstering financial acumen.

Promote a culture of excellence, collaboration, and co-creation through peer leadership, ideation, and escalating issues/concerns.

Review new business proposals, identifies issues, risk and opportunities. Execute financial due diligence and explains ramifications of findings and recommendations for project progress.

Work with cross-functional teams to set targets, develop plans, conduct analyses, measure results and improve processes. Consult with senior management to present data, propose solutions and identify opportunities for improvement.

Lead the forecast and budget planning process for the Channel Development organization. Analyze period activity and communicate business insights for the budget/forecast presentations to business budget owners, inclusive of recommended actions.

Support month-end close process, reporting and perform variance analysis.

We'd love to hear from people with:

• Progressive experience in financial analysis, modeling, budgeting and business planning (7 years)
• Applicable retail industry experience (5 years)
• Contributing to and leading cross-functional teams (5 years)
• Making recommendations to decision makers (5 years)

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to effectively present information to senior leaders
• Ability to influence without authority vertically and horizontality throughout the organization and with cross- functional teams.
• Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills
• Business analysis skills, with the ability to see implications and provide consultative solutions and recommendations
• Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and manage projects
• Ability to apply knowledge of multidisciplinary business principles and practices to achieve successful outcomes in cross-functional projects and activities
• Ability to quickly identify the information needed to evaluate new business situations and to collect and organize appropriate quantitative and qualitative information
• Working knowledge of Essbase / Hyperion preferred

From free coffee to competitive pay, Starbucks is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time partners. Benefits include 100% tuition coverage through our Starbucks College Achievement Plan, health coverage with a variety of plans to choose from, and stock & savings programs like our equity reward program, Bean Stock. What's more, Starbucks offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for paid time off. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details.

We believe we do our best work when we're together, which is why we're onsite four days a week.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Starbucks Corporation 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 [e-mail].