director sourcing, Global Supply Chain
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onStockyard Boulevard, Downtown Nashville, Nashville, Davidson County, Middle Tennessee, Tennessee, 37219, United States
About the Team
Starbucks is committed to inspiring and nurturing the human spirit—one person, one cup, and one neighborhood at a time. This role sits within our global procurement organization, a critical engine driving our supply chain resilience and sustainability. We are building a best-in-class sourcing function that not only delivers value but also champions corporate social responsibility and supplier diversity.
We are currently expanding our footprint in Nashville, Tennessee, with the opening of a new Starbucks office later this year. This team will serve as the foundation for our North America operations, reflecting our long-term commitment to innovation, opportunity, and shared success. We look forward to establishing strong roots in this growing city and contributing meaningfully to the local community.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Stockyard Boulevard, Downtown Nashville, Nashville, Davidson County, Middle Tennessee, Tennessee, 37219, United States
Nashville, Tennessee
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleLead and direct a global team of procurement professionals to deliver best-in-class sourcing strategies
- check_circleDevelop multi-year strategic plans to enable business goals and bottom-line growth
- check_circleChampion corporate social responsibility and supplier diversity leadership programs
- check_circleManage sourcing strategies in areas of high financial or brand risk
- check_circleBuild and lead global procurement teams to achieve higher performance levels
- check_circleDevelop and leverage strong professional relationships with strategic suppliers
- check_circleDrive major step change and systematic change within the procurement organization
- check_circleCollaborate across internal teams, business units, and the supply base to support objectives
- check_circleProvide coaching, feedback, and developmental opportunities to team members
- check_circleManage multiple competing projects and deadlines using program management tools
Requirements
- verified10 years team leadership and people management
- verified12 years global strategic sourcing/procurement experience
- verifiedAdvanced analytical skills
- verifiedKnowledge of procurement legal requirements and contracting
- verifiedKnowledge of business ethics and Ethical Sourcing Requirements
- verifiedProficiency in Excel, Oracle, BI Apps, charting programs, PowerPoint
Nice to Have
Global strategic sourcing/procurement experience in a high growth, retail/manufacturing/CPG environment.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefitscheck_circleShort-term and long-term disability coveragecheck_circlePaid parental leave and family expansion reimbursementcheck_circlePaid vacation starting at 120 hours annually (up to 190 in CA for roles below director)Sick time accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked
