The Opportunity
Join the AUP Business Operations & Strategy team at Adobe to improve operations through data & analytics and operational efficiency projects. This role is uniquely positioned to make a significant impact by using insights from operational data to improve planning, reporting, and execution processes.
The task involves analyzing operational data to unveil insights, detect patterns and discrepancies, and convert these findings into specific enhancements for our planning, reporting, and execution processes. This position suits someone who delights in tackling problems with data, collaborating across departments, and driving impactful improvements through careful process and systems refinement.
What You’ll Do
Data & Analytics
- Analyze data from systems like Jira, project tracking tools, and related databases to surface trends and risks across portfolio and operational planning efforts.
- Identify, validate, and integrate new data sources that strengthen awareness of key business drivers.
- Collaborate with team members to improve dashboards and reporting tools for better access to resourcing, execution health, strategic alignment, and operational excellence.
- Condense intricate data into understandable, actionable conclusions for engineering, product, and program management teams.
Projects for Operational Efficiency
- Lead projects using data insights to streamline operations through simplifying intake, improving resource tracking, and optimizing reporting.
- Recognize obstacles or inefficiencies in cross-functional processes and work together with colleagues to develop solutions.
- Help improve core planning and execution rhythms by contributing to systems, tools, and cadences that support long-term scale.
- Proactively look for ways to reduce overhead and improve transparency across the platform organization.
What You Need to Succeed
Experience & Background
- 3–5 years in business operations, analytics, strategy, or consulting—preferably in a SaaS or platform-focused tech company
- BS or equivalent experience in a technical, analytical, or business-related field; MBA or advanced degree is a plus
Data & Analytical Skills
- Proficiency in tools like Excel, Power BI, SQL, or similar platforms for analyzing and visualizing operational data
- Demonstrated ability to transform disorganized or isolated data into actionable insights that drive informed decisions
- Comfort working across large, sometimes ambiguous datasets to spot trends or gaps
Operational Insight
- Demonstrated ability to identify and drive process improvements that lead to measurable efficiency or clarity gains
- Experience owning or contributing to projects that improve how organizations plan, implement, or report
Communication & Influence
- Outstanding written and spoken communication proficiencies, adept at tailoring insights for audiences of varying technical expertise
- Effective interpersonal skills and at ease working with multi-functional collaborators and senior team members
Initiative & Follow-Through
- An individual who takes initiative with a strong sense of responsibility and the capability to lead projects autonomously
- Comfortable navigating evolving priorities in a fast-paced environment
