Job Description
Now Brewing – Decision Scientist – Coffee h ouse Staffing, Scheduling & Analytics ! #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.
Imagine a world where every decision is a carefully crafted narrative, where data isn't just numbers but a story waiting to be told. As a Decision Scientist at Starbucks, you will be the storyteller, weaving insights that shape the very fabric of our business. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring our stores are not just staffed, but harmoniously orchestrated to deliver unparalleled customer experiences.
Your mission? To infuse analytics into the heartbeat of our labor operations, fostering a culture where data-driven decisions are the norm, not the exception. You will be the architect of this transformation, embedding a mindset that values precision and insight. And through it all, you will embody the guiding principles of Starbucks, modeling behaviors that inspire and lead.
As a Decision Scientist, you will… - Extract and synthesize data from various databases, including Azure: data lake storage, SQL server and legacy systems
- Apply statistical analysis and modeling techniques, including descriptive and predictive analysis (e.g., regression analysis, clustering, anomaly detection) to uncover valuable insights.
- Present complex technical material to non-technical audiences in an approachable way. Provide analytic support (code documentation, data transformations, algorithms, etc.) to implement rules and model insights / recommendations into business processes.
- Tell compelling stories using presentations and data visualizations.
- Use your working knowledge and understanding of Starbucks, and business acumen in general, to collaborate with colleagues at all organizational levels, including both coffeehouse excellence, finance, and Starbucks Technology.
We’d Love To Hear From People With - Education: BA/BS with preferred concentration discipline in Stats, Math, Comp Sci, Engineering, Econ, Psychology, Quantitative Social Science or similar
- Ability to handle and maintain the confidentiality of highly sensitive information.
- Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office, including PowerPoint
- Proficiency with SQL and Python; familiarity with both preferred
- Working knowledge of statistics (descriptive, regression, etc.)
- Business experience with several data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
- Labor or Workforce Analytics preferred.
- Years of experience in specific field or utilizing designated skills: Minimum 1 years’ Experience
From free coffee to competitive pay, Starbucks is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time partners. Benefits include 100% tuition coverage through our
Starbucks College Achievement Plan , health coverage with a variety of plans to choose from, and stock & savings programs like our equity reward program,
Bean Stock . What’s more, Starbucks offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for paid time off. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details.
If you live in the greater Seattle area, we offer a flexible workplace that allows for hybrid work. Partners can work remotely up to two days per week. 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) 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.
Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law. 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 applicantaccommodation .
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Holiday work, Full time, Temporary work, Local area, Remote job, Flexible hours, 2 days per week,