Lease portfolio management advisor (remote, u.s.)

Now Brewing - lease portfolio management advisor! #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.

This role contributes to Starbucks success as the primary point-of-contact for all existing stores within their assigned region. Providing the best in lease interpretation, lease enforcement, risk assessment & negotiations to our Real Estate, Facilities, Construction, and Operation partners to maximize the profitability of the portfolio.

As a key stakeholder of the Coffeehouse Design, Development & Solutions – Real Estate Support Services, you will…

• Provide expert-level guidance and strategic direction – You will work proactively to resolve escalated lease enforcement issues and be accountable to regional goals of a portfolio of ~800-1000 coffeehouses. In addition, oversee portfolio activities, including the review and management of new store leases and amendments, while implementing plans in line with company standards, prioritizing quality, speed, and budget efficiency.
• Deliver excellent customer service – You will stay up to date on trends in Lease Administration and Property Management processes, dedicating time to accurately define problems based on data and insights. Proactively identifies opportunities and recommends solutions with the end-user in mind.
• Drive the lease management strategy – You will be able to adapt swiftly to shifting priorities while continuously assessing the overall health of existing programs, priorities, and teams. Facilitate cross-functional team support through Coffeehouse development processes that focus on quality and speed that maintain positive relationships with our stakeholders and mitigate risk to our assets.
• Work collaboratively and communicate across the organization – You will ensure alignment of proposed programs and projects with the business unit, functional area and/or company's short and mid-term goals and strategies. And drives decisions making across multiple cross functional senior leaders prioritizing alignment over consensus building.
• Inspire and influence others to protect our retail assets – You will partner with Construction, Facilities, Lease Administration, Operations, Real Estate, and other cross-functional teams to resolve issues that arise throughout the life cycle of a lease to ensure our store partners and retail customers have a positive experience.

Enjoy working on an energetic, fun team and have a clear accountability to 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 who:

• Takes a holistic view of organizational needs, combining strategic oversight with attention to detail for successful execution.
• Role models and promotes a growth mindset, creates a positive and inclusive work environment while adjusting to individual partner dynamics.

5+ years’ experience in lease administration, property management, or related field.

Individuals with bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

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)