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manager, compensation


Company : MSCCN


Location : Seattle, WA


Created : 2026-04-06


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Now Brewing u2013 manager, compensation #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. As a Starbucks compensation manager , you will contribute to Starbucks success by leading the development and implementation of complex compensation and reward programs for major retail business units, and managing multiple key cross-functional, compensation processes for the Company. Develops and recommends compensation strategies which support defined strategies for sales, growth, competitiveness of pay, and rewarding performance. Manages cross-functional teams in the design, development, and delivery of pay programs. Models and acts in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles. _As a compensation manager, you willu2026_ + _Sets goals for the team, builds organizational capability, and models effective ways of working to foster accountability, trust in leadership, and strong teamwork in support of business results._ + _Understands the competitive marketplace and business challenges to inform the design of compensation plans, programs, and policies._ + _Informs Starbucksu2019 reward strategies through research on market trends, competitive practices, and emerging compensation approaches._ + _Develops and evaluates business cases and return on investment for new and existing compensation programs that address the needs of diverse business clients._ + _Influences longu2011term compensation strategy and ensures investments are appropriately reflected in longu2011range financial plans._ + _Partners with crossu2011functional stakeholders, including business unit leadership, to define project requirements and lead the design of incentive and base pay programs._ + _Oversees the successful delivery of compensation initiatives by integrating crossu2011functional teams and ensuring business and system requirements are executed accurately._ + _Leads communication, education, and implementation of pay programs impacting broad partner populations, including store partners._ + _Drives team engagement, performance, and development by providing coaching, feedback, and growth opportunities._ _Weu2019d love to hear from people with:_ + _Seven or more years of implementation and administration of compensation plans_ + _Five or more years of designing plans and programs for base pay and incentive pay_ + _Five or more years of cross functional project management_ + _Written and verbal skills, including preparation and delivery of presentation material to senior leadership_ + _Experience managing others_ 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 bacheloru2019s degree through Arizona State Universityu2019s 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 (file:///C:/Users/rofunk/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/INetCache/Content.Outlook/EHRXPAYM/) . 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_ _ _or 1(888) 611-2258._ _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 ._