JOB SUMMARY AND MISSION

This position contributes to Starbucks success by   guiding business decisions through utilizing data analysis and consulting that results in predicting outcomes, understanding complex data relationships, and developing quantitative models for Information Protection Services. This position partners on a cross-functional team of risk analysts, information security engineers, and data security analysts supporting strategic initiatives utilizing data within information risk and security technologies to to support the mission, vision, and values of the Information Protection Services team in its role of protecting the Starbucks brand from security, compliance, and privacy threats.

Models and acts in accordance with Starbucks guiding principles.

SUMMARY OF KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

Responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following: 

• Extracts data from various databases; performs exploratory data analysis, cleanses, massages, and aggregates data  
• Applies basic statistical concepts and descriptive statistics to understand and describe relationships in data 
• Builds predictive models and complex descriptive analytics, such as clustering and market basket analysis  
• Participates in discussions with business partners to define business question and to consult 
• Creates impactful visual representations of analytic insights and concise summaries of methodology geared to audience needs; presents selected portions to stakeholders  
• Provides analytic support (code documentation, data transformations, algorithms, etc.) to Information Protection Services to implement analytic insights and recommendations into information security and risk program and processes  
• Contributes to analytic project proposals  
• Promotes and advocates for value of analytics and data among peers  
• Mentors others analysts in databases, tools, access, data prep techniques

SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE       

•  1+ years within data analysis field or discipline
• Experience in Supply Chain Operations a plus

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS  

•  Education: BA/BS with concentration in quantitative discipline - Statistics, Math, Comp Science, Engineering, Econ, Quantitative Social Science or similar discipline

 REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES  

•  Ability to apply knowledge of multidisciplinary business principles and practices to achieve successful outcomes in cross-functional projects and activities 
• Advanced analytical skills and an ability to work independently in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment; work ethic based on a strong desire to exceed expectations
• Advanced knowledge of SQL, Alteryx, Tableau and other analytical/visualization tools
• Exposure and business-applicable experience in several analytic languages (Python, R, SAS, SPSS, Stata) preferred
• Big data processing techniques preferred
• Retail, CPG, and supply chain knowledge preferred

Starbucks and its brands are an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities. Starbucks will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances.

Starbucks is about more than just a coffee; they're dedicated to employee and community growth. Starbucks even runs a program that pays for their baristas tuition to help them finish their education. That’s why when you launch your career inspired by human connection and the opportunity to become your personal best, the possibilities are endless. SCAP - Starbucks College Achievement Program