MBA Graduate – Manager, Corporate Strategy

Jobtailor; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Adobe is seeking a strategic leader to drive long‑term growth through transformational initiatives. You will lead cross‑functional teams, develop market perspectives, and partner with senior executives across three business units to shape corporate strategy.

The role requires 3–4 years of leadership experience in consulting or SaaS strategy, strong analytical and communication skills, and a proven ability to influence stakeholders. MBA preferred, located in the San Jose area.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years leading transformational change with increasing responsibility.
• Experience in management consulting, consumer internet, or SaaS strategy.
• Interest in technology landscapes, evolving trends, and long‑term horizons.
• Ability to build an “outside‑in” point of view on market opportunities and derive recommendations.
• Structured thinking and ability to break down complex problems.
• Hypothesis‑led problem solving and executive presence.
• Influence senior cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
• Experience leading teams and commitment to coaching and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams focused on Adobe’s long‑term growth and strategic initiatives.
• Develop market perspectives, implications, and recommendations for senior leadership.
• Work closely with Adobe’s top executives and three business units to shape strategy.
• Influence senior cross‑functional stakeholders to take action.
• Lead, coach, and mentor teams to deliver high‑quality outcomes.
• Gain exposure to senior executives and potential operational or general management opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Management consulting

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical skills

Executive presence

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Undergraduate degree

Master's degree

MBA preferred

Tools

Market Analysis

Strategic Initiative Development

Problem Solving

Data-Driven Recommendations

Job description

• Manage project teams focused on Adobe’s long‑term growth
• Lead independent corporate strategy initiatives
• Work closely with Adobe’s top executives and three business units
• Develop market perspectives, implications, and recommendations
• Influence senior cross‑functional stakeholders to take action
• Lead, coach, and mentor teams
• Gain exposure to senior executives and potential operational or general management opportunities

Requirements

• 3–4 years of proven experience leading transformational change with increasing responsibility
• Ideally experience in management consulting, consumer internet, or SaaS strategy
• Intellectual curiosity and deep interest in technology landscapes, evolving trends, and long‑term horizons
• Ability to build an “outside‑in” point of view on market opportunities and derive recommendations
• Structured thinking and ability to break down complex problems
• Hypothesis‑led problem solving and executive presence
• Ability to influence senior cross‑functional stakeholders
• Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills and attention to detail
• Experience leading teams and commitment to coaching and mentoring
• Undergraduate and Master’s degrees required; MBA preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in leading transformational change and managing project teams, with a strong focus on strategic initiatives and market analysis. Possesses advanced analytical skills and the ability to influence senior stakeholders while mentoring and coaching teams.

Highest‑signal resume keywords

• Transformational Change Leadership
• Management Consulting Experience
• Analytical Problem Solving
• Executive Presence
• Coaching and Mentoring

Hard Skills

• Market Analysis
• Strategic Initiative Development
• Complex Problem Breakdown
• Hypothesis‑Led Problem Solving
• Data‑Driven Recommendations

Soft Skills

• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Attention to Detail
• Influencing Stakeholders
• Intellectual Curiosity

Certifications & Qualifications

• Undergraduate Degree
• Master's Degree
• MBA Preferred

Industry Keywords

• Consumer Internet
• SaaS Strategy
• Technology Landscapes
• Cross‑Functional Collaboration
• Long‑Term Growth