Now Brewing - store design manager, Studio X! #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.
About Store Development and Design
It is our mission to create compelling stores that elevate our brand, are relevant to our customers, inspiring to our partners, and meaningful to our business. We execute and deliver the physical essence of our brand setting the stage that invites people to connect over coffee. In partnership with Global Growth & Concepts we bring to life a meaningful variety of inspirational and brand worthy experiences.
This job contributes to Starbucks success by producing outstanding store designs for a regional market that upholds the Starbucks Customer Experience meeting cost, schedule and operational requirements by working with a cross-functional team. Models and acts in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles.
As a store design manager, Studio X, you will:

• Support studio leadership in the execution of Studio X design strategy for new stores and renovations as primary area of focus.
• Support studio leadership in developing and maintaining relationships with consultants supporting Studio X to continuously improve capabilities across organizations.
• Lead management of Studio X functional execution at a regional level including but not limited to: contracting, pipeline, and scheduling in partnership with key cross-functional stakeholders.

Leadership - Setting goals for the work group, developing organizational capability, and modeling how we work together:

• Executes Design strategy in the design of Starbucks stores. Provides clear, effective, and timely communication of design direction and changes to consultants. Identifies exceptions, proposes design solutions, and resolves issues with Sr Design Manager and Senior Designer.
• Identifies and communicates key responsibilities and practices to ensure the immediate team of direct reports. Promotes a successful attitude, confidence in leadership, and teamwork to achieve business results.
• Supports the implementation of company programs to ensure the success of the Company.

Planning and Execution - Developing strategic and operational plans for the work group, managing execution, and measuring results:

• Contributes to Store Development Business Goals with Construction & Real Estate by achieving target deliverables on a number of stores. Designs stores within parameters of individual store budgets and market requirements with alignment from Construction and Real Estate based on direction from the Sr design manager.
• Plans and manages business unit/department processes and practices to ensure that programs are aligned with company business goals and objectives.
• Prepares, communicates and educates client groups and teams on changes in policies and practices within the organization.
• Sets schedules with alignment from Construction and Real Estate. Communicates dates to team and meets all established deadlines.

Business Requirements - Providing functional expertise and executing functional responsibilities:

• Ensures alignment across cross functional teams and regional and market teams on individual store designs. Participates in schematic reviews with Operations and Design Reviews with Global Design. Participates in market tours to gain cross functional alignment in market priorities.
• Manages the architectural design process by assessing the scope of the project through review of surveys and deal documents. Responsible for the development of all schematic drawings and all store palettes in a market.
• Manages the production of construction documents by designers and consultants. Ensures all intended scope of work, needs and code requirements are met on drawings. Checks drawings for design intent. Conducts site visits as needed.

Partner Development & Team Building - Providing partners with coaching, feedback, and developmental opportunities and building effective teams:

• Challenges and inspires partners to achieve business results.
• Conducts and ensures the completion of performance reviews.
• Ensures continued partner development and development of direct reports. Creates development plans. Provides coaching and conflict resolution.
• Ensures partners adhere to legal and operational compliance requirements.
• Oversees training and development of partners directly and indirectly managed and makes effective staffing decisions.
• Provides coaching, direction and leadership support to team members in order to achieve partner, business and customer results.

We'd love to hear from people with:

• 8-10 years of interior and architectural design experience in retail, hospitality, or restaurant design, working with design agencies and/or development organizations.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution in Architecture, Interior Design or related design field preferred. Professional licensing, qualification and/or credentials in Architecture or Interior Design and a recognized sustainable program a plus.
• Demonstrated direct experience creating interior and architectural design concepts for a range of project sizes and varying complexity levels.
• Relevant experience leading design teams with decision-making authority and accountability, managing direct reports, and budgets and coordinating external consultants.

Join us and be part of something bigger. Apply today!
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.
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