Job Description

Duties: Collaborate closely with internal business customers and suppliers on the strategy and execution of sourcing projects Actively partner with Adobe teams on strategic supplier performance initiatives to improve financial and operational performance Build trusted relationships with senior internal leaders Jointly lead or lead cross-functional management to plan sourcing strategies and supplier management programs aligned with business objectives Pro-actively seek value/savings and efficiency opportunities across category spend negotiate and report in appropriate format. Demonstrate assigned category expertise and business sense by defining category standards and operating procedures. Develop, issue and lead RFx activity to find the best sourcing solutions that meet business and commercial requirements lead commercial negotiations to ensure Adobe receives the best value and associated cost savings Collaborate with legal for negotiations of large/high risk agreements ensure favorable commercial terms and mitigate risk Report progress on a weekly basis, indicating work planning and work in progress. Add agreements, service details and payment forecasts into procurement systems in a complete and timely manner Drive continuous improvement and change management initiatives. Utilizes and maintains procurement tools according to Global Procurement standards and expectations Processes contracts according to Adobe Legal Playbook and policies Applies supplier relationship management techniques to ensure the supply base is providing required level of services, including but not limited to supplier business reviews, spend analytics, etc. Skills Familiarity with fiscal planning cycles and ad hoc financial analysis Preference: three to five years\' experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Supply Chain, or Program Management in a complex, global, procurement environment Sound understanding of procurement practices and techniques Ability to read and interpret contract specifications within the Procurement process Purchasing systems and order management software knowledge Aware of personal strengths and weaknesses receives, applies, and gives useful feedback Familiarity with BI reporting and spend analysis High attention to detail and the exercise of sound judgment and decision-making Exceptional written and verbal communications, time management and interpersonal skills Excellent packager and presenter of complex concepts and dense data (an Excel and PowerPoint wiz). Willing to train and educate users in new processes, policies, and procedures or technologies Self-motivated to achieve results without requiring constant follow-up Reorders priorities on short-notice and adapts to changing requirements Manages workload and priorities effectively. Flexible working times based on company requirements at various times through the business year and quarter. Education: A bachelor\'s degree or equivalent practical experience MBA or JD preferred Strategic Sourcing/Procurement-related industry certification(s) preferred

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