Director, Strategic Operations at Adobe

San Francisco, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, SoftwareIndustries

Requirements

Minimum of ten years of demonstrated experience in strategic operational roles, partnering directly with senior leaders and executives
Experience in technology, SaaS, or digital media is highly desirable; familiarity with GenAI landscape is a strong plus
Exceptional program management skills and ability to orchestrate across multiple workstreams with precision; strong operational execution skills
Critical thinking skills to demonstrate progress and impact
Comfort with ambiguity and rapidly evolving environments, with a bias for action and problem solving
Deep experience in stakeholder management and influencing across all levels of an organization; ability to design, implement, and lead change management initiatives
Ability to learn, grow, and take on expanded duties as business needs evolve
Strong facilitation and meeting design skills—able to drive alignment and decisions in complex settings
Integrity, good judgment, and a sense of urgency in driving outcomes
BA/BS or equivalent experience required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree is a plus
Experience with financial planning and marketing budgets, with the ability to partner effectively with Finance, Operations, Performance Marketing teams

Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic advisor and operator to the VP of Product Marketing, helping to define priorities, shape strategy, and ensure effective decision-making
Lead critical initiatives that accelerate business priorities for Creators & GenAI, from cross-functional programs to new market opportunities
Drive operational excellence: streamline processes, manage organizational rhythms, and improve execution across planning, communications, and reporting
Be the connective tissue across teams—partnering with Product, Marketing, GTM, and cross-functional stakeholders to align goals, resolve challenges, and keep teams moving forward
Own executive communications: prepare materials for leadership meetings, business reviews, and executive-level updates
Enable organizational efficiency: design and lead team offsites, leadership forums, and other engagements that foster clarity, alignment, and culture
Partner effectively with Finance, Operations, Performance Marketing teams to track investments, optimize spend, and inform in-quarter and long-term planning decisions
Act as a multiplier for leadership capacity by anticipating needs, surfacing opportunities, and ensuring follow-through on critical priorities

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Strategic PlanningOperations ManagementCross-Functional CollaborationProcess OptimizationBusiness StrategyProgram ManagementExecutive AdvisoryGlobal Operations

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary or compensation for this Director, Strategic Operations role?

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Is this position remote or does it require office work?

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What experience is required for this role?

A minimum of ten years of demonstrated experience in strategic operational roles, partnering directly with senior leaders and executives is required.

What is Adobe's company culture like?

Adobe is committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity, believing that new ideas can come from everywhere in the organization.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

The ideal candidate thrives in complexity, moves seamlessly between strategy and execution, has strong business insight to identify gaps and opportunities, and has experience in a global, cross-functional environment.

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