Director of Global Strategic Sourcing - Marketing & Corporate Services at Adobe

Los Angeles, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, MarketingIndustries

Requirements

Demonstrated expertise in strategic sourcing for Marketing and Services categories at a global scale within a fast-paced, dynamic organization
Demonstrated knowledge of Corporate Services categories at a global and local level (preferred)
Proven track record in developing collaborative, highly effective, strategic and tactical relationships with diverse customer groups across all levels
Excellent interpersonal, communication and relationship building skills
Demonstrated track record of facilitating and influencing decision-making that aligns the interests of diverse teams
Outstanding ability to collaborate with business partners and teams in defining and implementing category strategies at scale
Solid leadership skills and demonstrated ability to recruit, mentor, develop and retain outstanding strategic sourcing teams

Responsibilities

Develop internal customer relationships to better understand their priorities and requirements
Engage with internal clients and be responsible for the development of category strategies and plans that align with their needs while delivering savings to the organization
Lead cross-functional sourcing teams and initiatives from strategy development through sourcing, contracting and implementation
Develop organizational and team member capabilities, particularly in category management and strategic sourcing processes
Define and implement process improvements that increase customer happiness, reduce cycle time and deliver efficiency gains while ensuring compliance with policies and mitigating supplier risk
Lead teams of category managers covering over $2B in annual spend across Marketing and Corporate Services categories (including Media, Agency, Events, Content Production, Facilities, Real Estate, Construction, Professional Services, Contingent Labor and Benefits)

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Strategic SourcingCategory ManagementSpend ManagementContract NegotiationCross-functional LeadershipStakeholder ManagementProcurement StrategyProcess ImprovementVendor ManagementSourcing Implementation

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What categories will this role oversee?

The role leads teams covering over $2B in annual spend across Marketing and Corporate Services categories, including Media, Agency, Events, Content Production, Facilities, Real Estate, Construction, Professional Services, Contingent Labor, and Benefits.

What is the salary or compensation for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What key skills and experience are required for this role?

Required expertise includes strategic sourcing for Marketing and Services categories at a global scale in a fast-paced organization, proven track record in developing collaborative relationships, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, ability to influence decision-making, and solid leadership skills to recruit, mentor, and develop teams.

What does Adobe's company culture emphasize?

Adobe is committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity, hiring the very best, and fostering an environment where new ideas can come from everywhere in the organization.

Adobe

Software solutions for content creation and marketing

About Adobe

Adobe provides a range of software solutions focused on digital experiences, catering to creative professionals, businesses, and educational institutions. Its main offerings include Adobe Creative Cloud, which contains tools for photography, graphic design, video editing, illustration, UI/UX design, 3D and augmented reality, and social media content creation. Adobe also offers marketing solutions through Adobe Experience Cloud and document management services via Adobe Document Cloud. The company operates on a subscription-based model, allowing users to access its software through monthly or annual plans, with special pricing available for students, teachers, and businesses. Adobe differentiates itself from competitors by providing a comprehensive suite of tools that cover various aspects of content creation and marketing, all integrated into one platform. The goal of Adobe is to empower users to create, manage, and optimize their digital content effectively.

San Jose, CaliforniaHeadquarters

1994Year Founded

$668.9MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consumer Software, Enterprise Software, DesignIndustries

10,001+Employees