Business Planning Manager Jobs in Washington
Business Planning Manager jobs in Washington are consistently active, with demand concentrated in aerospace and defense, technology, healthcare systems, and retail operations, covering roles from entry-level planning analysts through senior strategy managers. Seattle, Bellevue, and Redmond anchor most of the hiring, where established employers like Boeing, Microsoft, and Amazon maintain large corporate planning functions. Specialties in demand include financial planning and analysis, portfolio strategy, and operational performance management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Now Brewing – director, planning and business operations! #tobeapartner
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 leader will establish governance, standards, analytics, process excellence, and program management practices that improve execution consistency, accelerate issue resolution, and enable enterprise-wide continuous improvement. The role will provide leadership across PMO functions, service systems, process optimization, operational analytics, and capability development while partnering closely with Planning, Network Optimization, Distribution, Transportation, Technology, and Store Operations teams.
As a director, planning & business operations, you will…
Lead Center of Excellence - Build and lead a scalable Continuous Improvement CoE that drives standardization, governance, and operational excellence.
Drive Program & Portfolio Governance - Establish governance and execution disciplines that ensure strategic initiatives deliver measurable business value.
Enable Operations Excellence - Implement standardized processes, performance management, and root-cause solutions to improve operational performance
Advance Analytics & Insights - Leverage data, analytics, and technology to generate actionable insights and support better business decisions.
Build Organizational Capability - Develop continuous improvement capabilities, leadership effectiveness, and a culture of disciplined execution across the organization.
We’d love to hear from people with:
Education (minimum education level, degree or certification necessary): bachelor’s degree
- Advanced experience with core technology tools like Microsoft office, & virtual collaboration tools
- Progressive experience in business process design and leading multiple large program or project implementations within a large, global company: 5 years
- Budgeting, planning and managing projects and programs: 5 years
- Business system and process development: 5 years
- Working across organizational boundaries at all levels, including executive positions: 5 years
- Manage large teams both reporting direct or indirect
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 (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. 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. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.
- If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.
The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
We believe we do our best work when we're together, which is why we're onsite four days a week.
Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!
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 at applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com or 1(888) 611-2258.
Now Brewing – director, planning and business operations! #tobeapartner
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 leader will establish governance, standards, analytics, process excellence, and program management practices that improve execution consistency, accelerate issue resolution, and enable enterprise-wide continuous improvement. The role will provide leadership across PMO functions, service systems, process optimization, operational analytics, and capability development while partnering closely with Planning, Network Optimization, Distribution, Transportation, Technology, and Store Operations teams.
As a director, planning & business operations, you will…
Lead Center of Excellence - Build and lead a scalable Continuous Improvement CoE that drives standardization, governance, and operational excellence.
Drive Program & Portfolio Governance - Establish governance and execution disciplines that ensure strategic initiatives deliver measurable business value.
Enable Operations Excellence - Implement standardized processes, performance management, and root-cause solutions to improve operational performance
Advance Analytics & Insights - Leverage data, analytics, and technology to generate actionable insights and support better business decisions.
Build Organizational Capability - Develop continuous improvement capabilities, leadership effectiveness, and a culture of disciplined execution across the organization.
We’d love to hear from people with:
Education (minimum education level, degree or certification necessary): bachelor’s degree
- Advanced experience with core technology tools like Microsoft office, & virtual collaboration tools
- Progressive experience in business process design and leading multiple large program or project implementations within a large, global company: 5 years
- Budgeting, planning and managing projects and programs: 5 years
- Business system and process development: 5 years
- Working across organizational boundaries at all levels, including executive positions: 5 years
- Manage large teams both reporting direct or indirect
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 (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. 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. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.
- If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above. For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.
The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
We believe we do our best work when we're together, which is why we're onsite four days a week.
Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!
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 at applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com or 1(888) 611-2258.
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The qualifications that appear most often in business planning manager jobs across Washington.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, or a related analytical field
- Three or more years of experience in business planning, FP&A, or strategy roles
- Proficiency in financial modeling, Excel, and enterprise planning software such as SAP or Anaplan
- Experience translating complex data into executive-level recommendations and presentations
- Proven ability to manage cross-functional planning cycles including budgeting and forecasting
- Strong communication skills for collaborating with finance, operations, and senior leadership teams
Business Planning Manager Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a business planning manager in Washington?
Most business planning manager roles in Washington require a bachelor's degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field, and Washington does not issue a state license specific to this role. Employers in the Seattle metro and broader Puget Sound region typically look for candidates who have progressed through analyst or coordinator roles in planning, FP&A, or operations. Earning credentials such as a Certified Management Accountant designation or an MBA from a Washington institution strengthens a candidacy considerably.
How much do business planning managers make in Washington?
Business planning managers in Washington earn a median of about $133,750 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,680 for the lowest 10% to over $269,320 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire business planning managers in Washington?
Employers hiring business planning managers in Washington right now include Starbucks, Google, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Washington's concentration of large aerospace, technology, and retail headquarters means many of these openings sit within enterprise-scale planning teams rather than smaller regional offices.
Which Washington cities have the most business planning manager jobs?
Seattle, Camas, and Bellevue have the most business planning manager openings in Washington. Seattle dominates because of its density of technology, healthcare, and corporate headquarters, while Bellevue and Redmond carry significant volume from major tech campuses and the financial services firms that have expanded into the Eastside corridor in recent years.
Are there remote business planning manager jobs in Washington?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 0% of business planning manager openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how much of the role involves spreadsheet modeling, reporting, and virtual stakeholder meetings rather than on-site operations. The parts of the role most likely to stay remote are financial analysis, forecasting, and strategic reporting, while cross-functional planning that requires close coordination with operations teams tends to pull toward hybrid arrangements.
How can I get hired as a business planning manager in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into a business analyst, financial analyst, or operations coordinator role first, then building toward a planning manager title over two to three years. Large Washington employers including Boeing and major Seattle-area health systems such as Providence and UW Medicine run rotational business and finance development programs aimed at recent graduates. Building proficiency in tools like Excel, Tableau, and enterprise planning platforms, and completing a project or internship that demonstrates end-to-end planning ownership, gives candidates without direct manager experience a credible edge.
Where can I find and apply to business planning manager jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to business planning manager jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your background and location, and apply directly through each listing.
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