Manager, Demand Intelligence & Strategic Consumption
Procurement Operations
About the Role
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.
What You’ll Do
- 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
What You Bring
- 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 Have
- 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
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 positionis $118,300 -- $244,850 annually. Paywithin this range varies by work locationand 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 $169,100 - $244,850
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.
