Creative design manager, CPG Activation - Seattle, WA at Seattle

Job Description

Job Summary and Mission

This job contributes to Starbucks success by managing in-house graphic design services and external agencies in support of the objectives of the Starbucks Design Studio. Responsible for development, execution and evolution of the Brand Expression through our channel development business. Collaborates with business managers requesting design services to formulate design objectives and coordinate delivery of design solutions. Provides a leadership role in the development and implementation of the vision for Starbucks brand, creative objectives and design process.

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:
Leadership - Setting goals for the work group, developing organizational capability, and modeling how we work together:

• Identifies and communicates key responsibilities and practices to ensure the immediate team of direct reports promotes a successful attitude, confidence in leadership, and teamwork to achieve business results
• Supports the implementation of company programs to ensure the success of the Company
Setting goals for the work group, developing organizational capability, and modeling how we work together

Planning and Execution - Developing strategic and operational plans for the work group, managing execution, and measuring results:Collaborates with management team to evolve overall visual strategy.

• Prepares, communicates and educates client groups and team on changes in policies and practices within the organization
• Plans and manages business unit and department processes and practices to ensure that programs are aligned with company business goals and objectives
• Collaborates with management team to evolve overall visual strategy
Consults with cross-functional teams on cost-saving opportunities, executes department plans to meet company targets for budgets, project schedules and deadlines Prioritizes and communicates department objectives to team Sets and maintains the professional standards required to meet business unit/department and Company objectives

Business Requirements - Providing functional expertise and executing functional responsibilities:

• Formulates and implements creative and design objectives that meet company and business unit strategy
• Provides creative guidance and leadership for all design projects for assigned clients
• Guides internal and external design teams in developing initial concepts and participates in design work when appropriate
• Contributes to the strategic discussion with clients based on an understanding of their business

Partner Development & Team Building - Providing partners with coaching, feedback, and developmental opportunities and building effective teams:

• Challenges and inspires partners to achieve business results
• Conducts and ensures the completion of performance reviews
• Ensures partners adhere to legal and operational compliance requirements
• Oversees training and development of partners directly and indirectly managed and makes effective staffing decisions
• Provides coaching, direction and leadership support to team members in order to achieve partner, business and customer results

Job Requirements

Summary of Experience

• Design experience with a design firm, advertising agency or marketing department (5 years)
• People management experience (3 years)

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
• Ability to independently lead and work with a group and meet deadlines in a fast--paced, rapidly-changing environment
• Knowledge of and ability to articulate creative development processes
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to foster teamwork among diverse groups and disciplines
• Ability to plan and manage schedules for multiple tasks

Country: USA, State: Washington, City: Seattle, Company: Starbucks.