At Starbucks, you’ll play a key role in shaping how we invest in stores across EMEA, APAC, and LAC markets. This role is all about driving cost efficiency and enabling strategic growth while preserving the Starbucks Coffeehouse experience. **Your Role** Lead initiatives that optimize store investment and construction costs. Partner with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven insights, scalable standards, and innovative solutions that reduce Capex and accelerate time-to-market. **What You’ll Do** + Drives cost discipline and optimizes store investments through smart construction and value engineering. + Partners with global teams to scale programs, close gaps, and deliver practical solutions. + Builds tools and reporting for real-time insights, enabling data-driven decisions and efficiency. + Champions innovation in construction trends, technology, and sustainability. + Leads cross-functional planning to ensure alignment, timely delivery, and strong stakeholder engagement. **What You’ll Bring** + Strong expertise in project management (scope, schedule, budget, risk), ideally in **retail, F&B, or consultancy** . + Strong expertise in construction/project management, including **retail store development** . + Strong expertise in **cost management, investment appraisal, and financial analysis** . + Familiarity with **Capex planning, cost control, value engineering** , and **Power BI** . + Experience in **retail or FMCG environments** ; franchise and international exposure are a plus. + Confident, adaptable, and comfortable with ambiguity-open-minded and innovative. **Why You Belong Here** You’ll join a global team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement- making a visible impact on how Starbucks grows across diverse markets. **Apply Now** Location: [Chiswick] | Hybrid (50% office / 50% remote) | Occasional travel (~2x/year)