Adobe Inc.

Principal Engagement Executive

Adobe Inc.$164K — $309K *
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years in professional services or consulting, preferably SaaS or enterprise software.
  • Experience with enterprise-level project or program management.
  • Proven skills in building relationships and managing complex customer engagements.
  • Passion for operational rigor and providing customer value in a matrixed organization.
  • Strong business insight with the ability to articulate value drivers through storytelling.
  • Ability to navigate complex client situations and act as a change agent.
  • Strong communication skills with executive presence and advisory experience.
  • Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred with digital marketing experience.

Responsibilities

  • Manage substantial projects related to Adobe's customer solutions for strategic accounts.
  • Ensure all customer requirements are met and deliver measurable business value.
  • Act as the primary liaison for customer executive coordination and partnership networks.
  • Oversee the transition from sales to delivery post-contract booking.
  • Guide successful project closeouts and transitions to post-delivery teams.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to align success plans and drive value.
  • Lead initiatives for service expansion and account renewal opportunities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits programs including health, wellness, and retirement plans.
  • Culture that empowers employees to make an impact.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
  • Employee programs focused on inclusion and community engagement.
  • Access to industry-leading software and tools for personal and professional use.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity
The Adobe Customer Solutions Engagement Executive manages substantial, innovative projects for critical Adobe accounts. Acting as a trusted advisor and strategic guide, you help Sales and Delivery teams align projects with customers' objectives. You maintain high customer satisfaction and meet business goals. Recognized as a business contributor and delivery specialist, you are the primary customer contact in a billable capacity. You drive the delivery of desired results while preserving strong executive connections.
This position merges excellent delivery and client relationship supervision, concentrating on client and partner communication, cross-functional teamwork, and technical skills to advance business transformation. Success requires collaborating across people, process, and technology with an industry or customer practitioner perspective to produce measurable customer value.
What You'll Do
Customer Engagement & Delivery Leadership
• Entrusted with managing the completion of all engagements related to Adobe's customer service offerings. This applies to a defined group of strategic customers in the Americas. This entails ensuring project fulfillment and upholding customer approval across every project and workstream.
• Ensure customer requirements are met, resulting in the measurable, encouraged business value aligned to customer priorities and objectives.
• Act as the primary liaison for customer executive coordination and work with any customer partners within the customer's broader network.
• Upon contract booking, ensure detailed and efficient transition from Sales to Delivery.
• Ensure successful project closeout and transition from delivery to post-delivery teams.
• Work cross-functionally with Sales, Delivery, and Product teams to align on customer success plans and define opportunities to drive value across Adobe solutions.
• Serve as the main partner concern contact, ensuring customer issues are resolved promptly and projects remain on course.
Operational Excellence
• Responsible for accurate and effective revenue management, growth and margin execution, including revenue acceleration, backlog burn, expiration/extension management, and alignment with Adobe Finance and Operations teams.
• Accountable for ensuring project revenue forecasts are up to date and accurate.
• Ensure Project Managers are completing operational functions in a timely and accurate manner including expense management, time entry and approval.
• Accountable for customer health reporting and intervention management.
• Manages the team within Adobe Customer Solutions by directing team assembly, employee onboarding, and transitions. Additionally, handles changes in personnel or processes across all projects linked to their assigned account(s).
Services Expansion & Opportunity Development
• Partner with Adobe Sales teams to build new services opportunities and facilitate contract extensions, change requests, and addendums.
• Offer insights for account planning alongside the sales and project delivery units.
• Lead initiatives to renew and expand partnerships within the Customer Solutions division at Adobe with existing clients. This relies on a deep understanding of the client's objectives and familiarity with the scope, activities, and resources necessary to achieve those objectives.
Key Attributes for Success
• 8+ years of hands-on experience in professional services, consulting or customer delivery experience of large programs, preferably in SaaS or enterprise software.
• Experience with enterprise level project or program management.
• Proven track record of building positive relationships, managing complex customer engagements and leading transformation.
• Passion for operational rigor and customer value, with a proven ability to collaborate, lead and influence in a matrixed organization.
• Strong business insight and industry expertise with ability to speak to value drivers and use cases in customer's context via experience-based story telling.
• Ability to effectively navigate complex client situations and act as a change agent for our clients and within Adobe Services.
• Ability to seamlessly connect strategy and operational processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, executive level presence and experience in working in a client advisory role.
• Able to travel 50% to support client engagements.
• Bachelor's degree, with an MBA or equivalent experience preferred.
• Digital marketing experience is preferred.

About Adobe

Adobe empowers everyone to create through innovative platforms and tools that unleash creativity, productivity and personalized customer experiences. Adobe's industry-leading offerings including Adobe Acrobat Studio, Adobe Express, Adobe Firefly, Creative Cloud, Adobe Experience Platform, Adobe Experience Manager, and GenStudio enable people and businesses to turn ideas into impact, powered by AI and driven by human ingenuity.

Our 30,000+ employees worldwide are creating the future and raising the bar as we drive the next decade of growth. We're on a mission to hire the very best and believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. At Adobe, we believe that great ideas can come from anywhere in the organization. The next big idea could be yours.

Let's Adobe together

At Adobe, we believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. Learn more about Adobe life, including our values and culture, focus on people, purpose and community, Adobe for All, comprehensive benefits programs, the stories we tell, the customers we serve, and how you can help us advance our mission of empowering everyone to create.

Expected Pay Range:
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $164,600 -- $309,900 annually. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.

In California, the pay range for this position is $214,000 - $309,900In Illinois, the pay range for this position is $183,500 - $265,700

At Adobe, for sales roles starting salaries are expressed as total target compensation (TTC = base + commission), and short-term incentives are in the form of sales commission plans. Non-sales roles starting salaries are expressed as base salary and short-term incentives are in the form of the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP).

In addition, certain roles may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award.

About Adobe Inc.

The Omniture product suite provides an integrated set of services: advanced web analytics and segmentation (SiteCatalyst, Discover and Data Warehouse), search marketing (SearchCenter), optimization (Advanced Testing and Targeting -- Offermatica and TouchClarity), and the marketing integration platform (Genesis). They also have an iPhone application that allows customers to sign into their Omniture account and view statistics from anywhere.

Adobe Inc. Careers

Join Adobe Inc., a global leader in digital media and digital marketing solutions, and be part of a team that thrives on innovation and creativity. Adobe offers unparalleled job opportunities that propel your career forward in an environment that fosters growth and leadership. Work You’ll Do At Adobe, you will be immersed in an atmosphere of innovative solutions and exceptional leadership, contributing to projects that drastically change the landscape of digital content. Our team at Adobe is dedicated to empowering creatives and enterprises alike through cutting-edge technology and expertise. Transform the World with Your Creativity Adobe’s mission is to change the world through digital experiences. We are looking for professionals who are passionate about creativity, technology, and driving significant market evolution. Join a diverse team that values individuality and the fresh perspectives each member brings. Lead in a Culture of Innovation Adobe Inc. is synonymous with fostering a culture of innovation where your ideas can pave the way for groundbreaking digital solutions. Our leadership is committed to nurturing a dynamic and inclusive workplace that promotes career growth and development. Collaborate with the Best Work alongside a global team of talented professionals who are leaders in their fields. At Adobe, you will enhance your skills through collaboration and be inspired by the creativity and dedication of your teammates. Our networking opportunities within the company are designed to foster connections that lead to lasting professional relationships. Explore Career Opportunities Adobe Inc. offers a range of career paths from software engineering to marketing, customer experience to IT. Explore job opportunities and internships that align with your skills and passions. Adobe is committed to hiring the best talent and providing them with the training, benefits, and support needed to succeed. Innovate and Grow Drive innovation as part of the Adobe team and see firsthand how your work contributes to the company’s success and your personal growth. Engage in projects that push the boundaries of technology and creativity. Future-Proof Your Career Adobe is dedicated to the development of its employees at all stages of their careers. We offer comprehensive training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, to ensure you are equipped for the future. Our benefits package is designed to support the well-being and financial security of our team members and their families. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for driven, curious, creative, and solution-oriented team players. Start your journey with Adobe today by exploring our exciting career and internship opportunities. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the rewarding and exciting opportunities that await at Adobe Inc.
Learn more about Adobe Inc.
Size
25,988 employees
Market Cap
$154.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$5.2 billion
Founded
1982
5 Year Trend
+21.9%
Revenue
$12.8 billion
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