Transformation Director

Adobe Systems Incorporated • San Jose, CA

108d • $153,600 - $295,500

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Transformation Director to play a pivotal role in driving cross-organization initiatives within our Transformation Management Office. This role requires a forward-thinking, results-oriented leader with a proven ability to manage, drive, and execute complex digital programs from strategy through implementation and value realization. This individual will oversee large-scale internal transformation efforts and teams that align digital technologies with business goals, modernize operations, and enhance organizational agility. The ideal candidate brings a people-centered approach, strong program execution capabilities, stakeholder and team management expertise, and a passion for innovation and continuous improvement. Hands-on experience driving complex programs across procurement, global business services, and IT is expected to help uplift success potential.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience leading complex digital transformation or enterprise IT programs in large, matrixed organizations.
• Proven track record of aligning digital initiatives with business strategy and delivering measurable outcomes.
• Experience managing and developing direct reports in a high-performance, cross-functional environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional coordination skills; able to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to align technology initiatives with business objectives and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in driving adoption and change across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Experience with procurement, travel & expense, and global business services is preferred.
• Master's Degree or MBA preferred; Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, or a related field required.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead enterprise-wide transformation strategy, aligning digital initiatives with Adobe's strategic priorities and long-term vision.
• Build a Transformation Excellence capability and team to enable successful on time, within scope, and on budget delivery of enterprise transformation initiatives.
• Develop and execute the digital transformation roadmap in alignment with business objectives, focusing on collaboration and value creation, innovation, and measurable outcomes.
• Establish governance frameworks and operating models to ensure transparency, accountability, and agility across transformation efforts.
• Collaborate with Change Management and Communications teams to drive operational readiness, enterprise-wide adoption, and cultural alignment.
• Build strong partnerships across departments including IT, Operations, Finance, HR, and Marketing to ensure seamless integration of digital initiatives, ongoing adoption, and sustained impact across business functions.
• Define and track KPIs and success metrics to measure transformation progress, adoption, and value realization.
• Oversee program budgets, timelines, vendor relationships and resource allocations, ensuring optimal use of assets and personnel throughout the program lifecycle.
• Leverage analytics and performance metrics to monitor progress, measure outcomes, and inform continuous improvement.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation plans to address potential impacts proactively.
• Serve as a thought leader on emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in digital transformation, including AI-enabled productivity and automation.
• Build strong relationships with executive stakeholders to ensure alignment, buy-in, and long-term sustainability of transformation efforts.
• Champion a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and user-centric design across all transformation initiatives.

Benefits

• Compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets.
• Pay range for this position is $153,600 -- $295,500 annually.
• Short-term incentives in the form of the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP).
• Certain roles may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees