Starbucks · 10 hours ago
program manager, Data Literacy (Seattle, WA)
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$133K/yr - $221K/yr
5+ years expStarbucks is a company dedicated to transforming how data empowers decision-making across the organization. The Program Manager, Data Literacy will design and lead data literacy programs, develop training curricula, and foster a culture of data-driven decision-making.
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Responsibilities
Design and lead enterprise-wide data literacy programs, enabling partners to confidently use data and analytics in their daily work
Develop and deliver training programs and learning curricula focused on data governance, analytics tools, and best practices to improve data fluency across the organization
Create communication strategies and change management plans to drive adoption of data-driven practices and foster a culture of curiosity and learning
Partner with business and technology teams to embed data literacy into onboarding and role-based learning, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities
Measure program success through engagement metrics and feedback loops, continuously improving offerings to meet evolving business needs
Advocate for data governance and cataloging practices, helping partners understand the value of metadata, classification, and stewardship
Stakeholder engagement & influence, engaging with stakeholders and senior leaders to champion data literacy as a strategic priority
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in program or project management within technology, data, or analytics environments
Experience designing and delivering training or enablement programs for technical and business audiences
Strong understanding of data governance, metadata management, and analytics platforms (e.g., Databricks, Collibra, Azure)
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive cultural change initiatives
Excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Data Science, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred
Certifications in Project Management (PMP, PgMP) or Agile/Scrum
Familiarity with change management frameworks and adult learning principles
Leads by example with confidence, a positive attitude, patience, honesty, integrity, and a strong sense of commitment
Ability to ‘read the room,' navigate program and project engagements efficiently and effectively
Skilled in engaging in difficult conversations that result in positive, actionable outcomes
Ability to navigate complex and diverse landscapes effectively
Seeks and provides honest, transparent feedback
Ability to build and lead high-performing project teams
Sets expectations and holds individuals and teams accountable to commitments
Drives decision-making that favors compromise and alignment over consensus-building
Strong facilitation skills; adapts approach to different engagement types
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
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
Two personal days per year
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
Financial well-being tools
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
Access to other educational opportunities
Backup care
DACA reimbursement
Company
Starbucks
Starbucks is a restaurant chain that serves handcrafted ready-to-drink beverages, including coffee, tea, juices, and snack food items.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.65BKey Investors
Elliott Management Corp.Pershing Square Capital Management
2025-05-06Post Ipo Debt· $1.75B
2024-07-19Post Ipo Equity
2018-10-10Post Ipo Equity· $900M
Leadership Team
Brian R. Niccol
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Cathy R. Smith
CFO
Recent News
2026-01-11
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