What are the responsibilities and job description for the Group Manager, Marketing Program Management position at ADUS-Adobe Inc.?
Our Company
Changing the world through digital experiences is what Adobe’s all about. We give everyone—from emerging artists to global brands—everything they need to design and deliver exceptional digital experiences! We’re passionate about empowering people to create beautiful and powerful images, videos, and apps, and transform how companies interact with customers across every screen.
We’re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize that new ideas can come from everywhere in the organization, and we know the next big idea could be yours!
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Group Manager, Marketing Program Management to join Marketing Program Management Team at Adobe! Our team plays a crucial role in the Global Marketing Organization, responsible for efficiently planning, implementing, and optimizing marketing programs, campaigns, and releases. Our objective is to improve brand transparency, engage target audiences, and achieve measurable business objectives while promoting innovation and teamwork. This role requires a combination of creative thinking, analytical skills, and project management expertise.
The Group Manager, Marketing Program Management, will oversee a team of Marketing Program Managers, ensuring the successful delivery of key marketing initiatives. Reporting to the Director, you will act as a bridge between strategic objectives and operational execution, driving cross-functional collaboration, process improvements, and team development.
What You’ll Do
- Manage and lead multiple teams of Marketing Program Managers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality marketing programs aligned with business goals.
- Partner closely with the Director and other senior leaders to translate strategic priorities into actionable marketing plans.
- Oversee the planning, execution, and performance of marketing programs, ensuring alignment with customer journeys, communication strategies, and regional needs.
- Drive process improvements and operational efficiency across teams, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product, and Studio, to ensure seamless execution of initiatives.
- Provide mentorship and development opportunities for team members, building a pipeline of future leaders.
- Review and approve critical deliverables, offering guidance on production, licensing, and budget considerations.
- Act as the primary escalation point for complex challenges, ensuring proactive resolution and stakeholder alignment.
- Monitor team performance and key program metrics, providing regular updates to leadership and identifying areas for improvement.
What You Need to Succeed
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 10–14 years of experience in marketing program management or related roles, with at least 5 years in a people management capacity.
- Proven leadership and team-building skills.
- Exceptional organizational and project management abilities.
- Expertise in marketing workflows, content production, and operational processes.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, JIRA, and Wiki (Adobe Workfront experience highly desired).
- Excellent business partner management and presentation skills.
Desired Traits
- Driver – Take charge. Get things done. Operate effectively and autonomously.
- Organized – A planner who brings order and resolve to a fast-paced environment with matrixed organizations.
- Articulate – Ability to work well with both technical and non-technical individuals up and down the org, capable of absorbing large amounts of information and the ability to distill it down to the essentials.
- Quality – Attention to detail and a proven track record of successful delivery of complex global projects
- Flexible – Ability to juggle several projects and shift priorities as needed.
- Creative – Exhibiting an innovative, forward-thinking approach to problem-solving.
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In addition, certain roles may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award.
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Salary : $121,500 - $265,400
