associate strategy – Starbucks Intern Auburn

Position Title: associate strategy

Company: Starbucks

Location: Auburn, AL, US

Job Description:

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.

Responsibilities:

• Lead projects and define the problem-solving approach to achieve project objectives.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses with minimal guidance, and share learnings and insights effectively to project team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to develop robust work plans. Manage workload and progress to ensure cross-functional team delivers high-quality work on time.
• Contribute to cross-functional team discussions and provide thought partnership and analytics to project teams and enterprise business units and functions.
• Communicate with cross-functional team ensuring strong team dynamics and performance.
• Presents assigned portion of work stream to broader audience including senior management members.

Requirements:

• 5 years of experience in strategic planning and management consulting
• 5 years of project management experience
• 5 years of experience with data analysis and modeling
• 2 years of experience leading teams
• 1 year of experience developing and delivering presentation to executive level audience
• 1 year of business development experience
• Strong attention to detail, analytical ability, and leadership skills
• Clear and effective communication style
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint
• Experienced in Smartsheet, Tableau, Oracle
• Able to simplify and structure complex or ambiguous problems
• Detailed financial and statistical understanding
• Able to successfully function during time of uncertainty and changing priorities
• Able to work effectively in cross-functional teams
• Makes timely and quality decisions based on combination of analysis, experience, and judgement and adhering to Starbucks Missions & Values
• Preferred candidate located in Seattle area