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manager, Lease Portfolio Management

Starbucks, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127

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Base pay range $112,900.00/yr - $169,500.00/yr

Now Brewing – Manager, Lease Portfolio Management 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 by protecting tenant’s regional assets across our North America portfolio through occupancy management, driving decisions that maximize profitability and support retail operations’ strategic goals. Specifically, leading one of two large Service Providers supporting Financial Lease Administration (FLA) who enforce the terms of our lease agreements with our retail Landlords and ensure our financial obligations are meeting consistently. In addition, you will provide regional support and execution of lease interpretation, enforcement, risk assessment and negotiations for our new and existing store portfolio in partnership with our Construction, Facilities, Operations, and Real Estate partners.

Drive operational efficiency – an operator by trade and someone who loves diving into the details to improve processes that deliver savings and service our customers expect. You will be a subject matter expert (SME) in lease administration that protects our assets and supports our growth.

Inspire and lead a high‑performing team – set goals for the work team and actively provide partners with coaching, feedback, and development opportunities while modeling leadership behavior for the larger team. Your team will execute Lease Administration and Property Management support with a focus on quality, integrity, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Develop and drive the Lease Portfolio Management strategy – manage cross‑functional teams supporting Coffeehouse Development processes, fostering accountability that delivers quality and speed while maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders and mitigating risk to our assets.

Provide expert‑level guidance and strategic direction rooted in industry best practices for Lease Administration and Property Management, ensuring consistent process excellence and compliance.

Develop and drive the Property Management strategy – responsible for a series of territories creating the strategic plan; drive short‑ and long‑term strategy through a blend of analytics, stakeholder insights, and partner considerations.

Manage day‑to‑day business for ~5,000+ locations – make decisions that affect the stores P&L and relationships with our landlords while regularly providing strategic and financial recommendations to achieve or exceed plan.

Inspire and influence others to protect our retail assets – 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.

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 with

Minimum of seven years of experience in lease administration, property management, or a related field

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Administration of commercial‑real‑estate contracts or comparable business experience

Knowledge in negotiating complex agreements and contracts

Experience drafting real‑estate notices and/or leases

Prior experience in managing teams and/or projects

Ability to lead teams through complex, ambiguous challenges using tools, resources, and expertise for effective problem solving

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

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, paid holidays, and personal days. 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.

We believe we do our best work when we’re together, which is why we’re onsite four days a week.

Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances.

Starbucks Coffee Company 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 or 1(888) 611-2258.

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