Senior Coordinator, Events and Partnerships - Global Channel Development

About the role

Starbucks is looking for a Senior Coordinator to support Events and Partnerships within the Global Channel Development organization. The team helps extend the coffeehouse experience across 87 global markets through the At-Home Coffee, Ready-to-Drink, and Foodservice businesses.

This role is suited to someone who is well organized, takes initiative, and can manage several priorities in a busy environment. It offers exposure to global partnerships, event planning, and operational support while working closely with leaders and cross-functional teams.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate internal and external events, meetings, forums, and partner interactions from start to finish.
• Handle event operations such as scheduling, venue arrangements, catering, travel planning, registration, materials, and support during the event.
• Organize calendars and set up meetings for internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor event budgets, purchase orders, invoices, and related expenses so processing stays accurate and on time.
• Work with vendors and service providers to ensure events run smoothly.
• Keep event files, documentation, and team resources well organized and up to date.
• Support internal communications, recognition efforts, and engagement programs across a global team.
• Contribute to special projects and other operational work that supports Global Channel Development goals.

What we’re looking for

• Working knowledge of project management practices and tools.
• At least 1 year of experience in administrative assistant or event coordinator-type responsibilities.
• At least 1 year of experience handling calendars and email in Microsoft Outlook.

Benefits and perks

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, supplemental life, and other voluntary insurance options for partners and their families.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave and family expansion reimbursement.
• Paid vacation starting from the date of hire, accrued sick time, eight paid holidays, and two personal days each year.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Discounted company stock program (S.I.P.) and Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock).
• Emergency savings support and financial well-being tools.
• 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University online, plus student loan management resources and other educational opportunities.
• Backup care support and DACA reimbursement.
• Vacation accrual details vary by state and level, with up to 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for director-level roles in certain states; elsewhere, vacation begins at 120 hours annually below director and 200 hours annually at director and above.
• Benefit availability may change based on collective bargaining agreements where applicable.

Additional information

This position is onsite four days per week. Starbucks notes that pay will be determined by factors such as skills, experience, location, and internal equity, and that candidates are not typically placed at the top of the pay range.

Starbucks is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of protected characteristics or criminal history, consistent with applicable laws. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities by contacting the company through the provided accommodation details.