Procurement Manager - Demand Intelligence & Strategic Consumption

Adobe•San Jose, CA

About The Position

We’re inviting applications for a Manager of Demand Intelligence and Strategic Consumption to be part of our Procurement team. In this role, you will manage a group of analysts responsible for developing, tracking, and reporting supplier consumption and forecasted demand within our key spending categories. Your work will directly influence sourcing tactics, support contract discussions, and bolster our ability to manage vendor performance with clarity and confidence. This is a high-visibility role where data intersects with decision-making. You will collaborate closely with Procurement Category Managers to deliver usage intelligence and forecasting insights. You will develop and sustain the analytical foundation that enables effective category management. We believe that strong vendor analytics is a strategic advantage. We’re investing in this team to improve how we understand and manage supplier relationships across the business.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in procurement analytics, spend analytics, vendor management, finance, or a related analytical field
Over 2 years of experience heading or managing a group, with a clear concentration on cultivating individuals and encouraging effective teamwork
Strong quantitative skills, including experience with data analysis, forecasting, and working with large datasets
Proficiency in analytics and reporting tools such as Excel, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or similar platforms
Ability to convert complex data into clear narratives and recommendations for both technical and non-technical audiences
Experience working cross-functionally with procurement, finance, or operations teams in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities and deliver consistent results
A collaborative approach and comfort working as a close partner to category management without owning that function directly

Nice To Haves

Experience with enterprise procurement or ERP systems such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, or Oracle
Background in SaaS, cloud, software, telecom, or technology-related spend categories
Familiarity with data visualization guidelines and storytelling with data
Experience with statistical forecasting methods or predictive analytics

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop a team of analysts, setting clear expectations and helping each team member grow their skills in data analysis, reporting, and communication with collaborators
Develop and uphold reporting systems that monitor supplier usage, spending trends, and consumption patterns across our key vendor relationships
Develop and refine usage forecasting models that give Procurement Category Managers forward-looking access to demand and cost trajectories
Partner with Category Managers, Finance, and business collaborators to ensure usage data and forecasts are accurate, timely, and actionable
Develop dashboards and executive-ready reports that transform complex data into understandable insights for leadership and cross-functional partners
Find opportunities to improve data quality, streamline reporting processes, and introduce automation where it adds new value
Partner with IT and data engineering departments to refine data pipelines and secure consistent access to supplier and usage data
Support quarterly business reviews and vendor performance discussions with data-driven analysis and recommendations