regional distribution manager, Coffeehouse Development

Starbucks; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with employer match

Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock)

Tuition coverage via Starbucks College

Job summary

Starbucks is seeking a Regional Distribution Manager, Coffeehouse Development, to lead the day-to-day operations of the Coffeehouse Development centers across Perris, LaVergne, and Chicago. You will drive performance, manage third-party logistics relationships, and partner with cross-functional teams to optimize costs and service standards.

The role requires 10+ years in retail distribution center management, strong leadership, and a track record of delivering cost-saving initiatives while

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in retail distribution center management.
• Experience working with third-party logistics providers (3PL).
• Proven leadership and people-management skills.
• Ability to build relationships with external partners and cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and escalation handling.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of Coffeehouse Development centers.
• Oversee metrics, escalations, and process improvements.
• Lead and develop continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with annual financial planning for distribution centers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects and best practices.
• Serve as Starbucks point of contact for 3PL providers for service and cost accountability.
• Travel nationwide as needed up to 75%.

Skills

Retail distribution

3PL partnerships

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Escalation management

Travel up to 75%

Job description

Now Brewing – regional distribution manager, Coffeehouse Development! #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 is an exciting role working with third-party logistics providers across the US for Starbucks. The Partner will need to be within a reasonable distance near the Distribution Center’s in the Perris CA, LaVergne TN and Chicago Il areas.

As a Regional Distribution Manager, Coffeehouse Development with locations in Perris Ca, LaVergne TN, and Chicago Il, you are responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the distribution centers within their assigned region. This includes overseeing metrics, handling escalations, and leading and developing continuous improvement ideas. The RDM will also assist with annual financial planning and work with cross-functional teams on projects, best practices, and operational opportunities.

The RDM is expected to inspire and influence others to achieve results and hold the distribution centers accountable for performance standards as per Starbucks SOPs. They will also serve as the Starbucks point of contact for 3PL providers for service and cost accountability.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Coffeehouse Development centers
• Oversee metrics and handle escalations
• Lead and develop continuous improvement ideas
• Assist with annual financial planning for the distribution centers
• Work with cross-functional teams on projects, best practices, and operational opportunities
• Inspire and influence others to achieve results
• Hold the distribution centers accountable for performance standards as per Starbucks SOPs
• Serve as the Starbucks point of contact for 3PL providers for service and cost accountability
• Liaise with planning, distribution field service, and daily relationships with 3PL providers
• Standardize and ensure compliance with Starbucks policies and procedure
• Adheres to established distribution processes to maintain inventory integrity
• Establishes and implements quality and cost improvement initiatives that are supported and sustained by all distribution partners. Contributes to the development of effective cost-saving initiatives.

We’d Love To Hear From People With

• 10+ of experience in retail distribution center management
• Logistics Service Provider Experience
• Strong leadership and management skills
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and build relationships with external partners
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle escalations
• Ability to travel nationwide as needed up to 75%

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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