Director of Strategic Planning at Adobe architecting the planning infrastructure for operational excellence. Partnering with executives to drive organizational change in digital media sector.
Responsibilities
Architect the end-to-end strategic planning system – from annual planning cycles to quarterly business reviews – that drives clarity, accountability, and performance across the organization
Design and build the complete suite of assets, artifacts, and templates that enable seamless execution: planning frameworks, scorecard architectures, executive dashboards, review deck structures, and governance models
Define the structure and cadence of key business forums – Kick-Offs, Planning Sessions, Strategy Reviews – ensuring each moment is purposeful, productive, and drives the business forward
Build deep partnerships with senior leaders, leveraging high emotional intelligence to navigate complex stakeholder dynamics, drive alignment, and influence decisions at the highest levels
Lead change initiatives that elevate how Adobe plans and operates, introducing best-in-class methodologies while adapting them to Adobe's culture and ambition
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred
10+ years in strategy and operations or management consulting with a proven track record of building operating systems from the ground up
Recognized expertise in architecting strategic planning frameworks – you've designed operating rhythms multiple times for large enterprises and can articulate what makes them work
Master craftsperson – deep experience creating the templates, scorecards, dashboards, and artifacts that power great operations; your work brings clarity to complexity
Executive presence and influence – demonstrated success partnering with and advising C-suite leaders in complex, matrixed environments
High emotional intelligence – exceptional ability to read dynamics, build trust, and drive alignment across diverse stakeholder groups
Tech-sector fluency – prior experience in software, SaaS, or technology strongly preferred.
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