vendor relations advisor, Central Capabilities at Starbucks

Seattle, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Vendor Performance, Contract Management, Procurement Compliance, Negotiation, Monitoring Commercial Terms, Cost Controls, Contract Adherence, Analytical Mindset, Communication Skills, Risk Mitigation, Data Analysis, Vendor Negotiations, Cross-Functional Partnership, Performance Analysis, Vendor Onboarding, Vendor Contracting

Industry

Retail

Description

Now Brewing - Vendor Relations Professionals! #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. We are building a vendor relations team as part of the newly created Central Capabilities function in Global Business Services (GBS). The vendor relations advisor is responsible for leading vendor contracting and onboarding activities in compliance with company policies. Supports vendor rationalization, spend, span and performance analysis for key service providers. In this role, you will: Develop & Lead Vendor Lifecycle Processes such as qualifications, contracting, onboarding and performance requests received from business partners. Analyzes Data to drive improved decision making, ad hoc reports, status updates and contribute to the development of reporting systems. Models vendor financial and operational risk exposure, escalating potential issues to the vendor management lead where required. Cross- Functional partnership to ensure all contract safeguard cost efficiency, risk allocation and Starbucks policy standards. Provides insights and recommendations to strengthen vendor negotiations and mitigate risk exposure across GBS service areas. Enjoy working on an energetic, fun team and drive the business forward as part of a highly collaborative team, while acting in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles. We'd love to hear from people with: 5+ years vendor performance, contract management or procurement compliance Experience in negotiating and monitoring commercial terms with external providers Proficiency in monitoring commercial performance, cost controls, and contract adherence Analytical mindset with ability to identify value leakage and propose corrective actions Excellent communication skills to influence vendors and internal stakeholders on compliance and commercial issues. 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. We believe we do our best work when we're together, which is why we're onsite four days a week. 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. Starbucks Coffee Company 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 applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com or 1(888) 611-2258.

Responsibilities

The vendor relations advisor is responsible for leading vendor contracting and onboarding activities in compliance with company policies. This role supports vendor rationalization, spend, span, and performance analysis for key service providers.