senior digital product manager

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.

As a senior digital product manager, for Third-Party (3P) on the Starbucks Card & Gifting team, you will be the strategic owner of the 3P channel and distribution for North America and oversee how Starbucks gift cards are distributed, sold, and integrated across retailers and external platforms.

* Serve as the primary relationship owner for strategic distribution partners, including Blackhawk Network (BHN) and InComm, driving alignment on business objectives, growth strategies, and operational execution

* Build and manage strategic relationships with key retail and marketplace partners, including Amazon, Target, Kroger, and other major accounts, leading business reviews and joint growth planning

* Define and execute third-party channel strategies spanning distribution, product assortment, merchandising, placement, and marketing to drive growth, market share, and customer reach.

* Own the annual third-party marketing and merchandising budget, optimizing promotional investments to maximize business impact and return on investments

* Lead biannual product portfolio and assortment planning, ensuring alignment with seasonal priorities, retail partner needs, inventory requirements, and merchandising strategies.

* Analyze sales, market, and partner performance data to identify trends, evaluate business opportunities, and inform strategic recommendations.

* Monitor competitive activity, industry developments, and emerging distribution trends to identify growth opportunities, mitigate risks, and shape future investment decisions.

* Minimum 5+ years progressive responsibility in Digital Product Management

* 7+ years of experience in strategic partnerships, business development, channel management, or a related discipline

* Extensive experience in the gift card industry, with a strong understanding of retail, digital and enterprise sales channel, industry trends, and growth drivers

* Proficient with the application of quantitative and qualitative data analysis

* Experience managing third-party distribution channels, strategic partnerships, retail accounts, marketplaces, or channel growth businesses

* Proficient with developing and executing strategic business plans while managing complex partner and stakeholder relationships

* Strong analytical and financial acumen, including budget ownership, forecasting, business case development, and performance management

* Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, Economics, or a related field

* Experience working within gift cards, retail, ecommerce, or digital commerce businesses

* Demonstrated success managing and growing complex partner ecosystems across retailers, distributors, marketplaces, or other third-party channels

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