Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company that provides branding and information labeling solutions, including pressure-sensitive materials, radio-frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, and a variety of converted products and solutions. The company designs and manufactures a wide range of labeling and functional materials that enhance branded packaging, carry or display information that connects the physical and the digital, and improve customers’ product performance. The company serves an array of industries worldwide, including home and personal care, apparel, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive. The company employs approximately 36,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Reported sales in 2022 were $9.0 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:

• Health & Wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment
• Paid parental leave
• 401K eligibility
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible work arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate
• Paid vacation and Paid holidays

Avery Dennison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Avery Dennison, has an immediate opening for an experienced Supply Chain professional to fulfill the role of Buyer/ Planner. This role will report into the Materials Manager and prepare business related analyses and research for Supply Chain, Materials Management, and/or Logistics. The individual will focus on activities related to Buying, Planning, Scheduling, and Inventory / Material Control. The role will also focus on improvements to processes and prepare reports, graphs and charts of data and/or ensure efficiency.

Key responsibilities:

As part of our team, this individual will operate under general guidance from the Materials Manager to ensure execution of daily operational efficiencies and implementation of key business objectives.

• Lead and improve component parts and finished goods planning and ordering processes: conduct daily planning / ordering for all and finished goods; analyze usage in response to demand or supply changes; improve and standardize daily planning processes.
• Maintain and improve vendor management processes, including Supplier Scorecard and Forecasting.
• Place purchase orders with Domestic and International Suppliers and perform proper follow up and confirmation, ensure prices and rates in accordance to company guidelines and standards
• Manage site component part and finished goods inventory to achieve service and inventory objectives and assist with site inventory management processes (cycle counts, loss reduction projects, SLOB inventory).
• Provide detailed costing information as required by Finance.
• Identify and lead projects to improve component part and finished goods planning, inventory management, and service.
• Provide support for new product development or transitions.

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, or other related degree needed.
• 4-5 years previous scheduling, planning, or supply chain experience. Knowledge of General Supply Chain, Materials Management, and Logistics required.
• Detail oriented and excellent analytical, mathematical, organizational, verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read technical drawings and blueprints.
• Machinists background a plus.
• Experience with International purchasing a plus.
• Results oriented focus and ability to take ownership to resolve issues.
• Flexibility and willingness to initiate change and lead change.
• High customer focus: ability to proactively identify and meet customer needs.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional groups to define and execute overall requirements.
• Ability to use ELS problem solving tools to identify root cause, including A3 Thinking, or other lean methodology.
• Ability to work well with all levels of management and employees.
• Familiarity in process documentation and improvement.
• Understanding of applicable computer systems, such as Microsoft Office, Google Applications, Lotus Notes and MFG Pro, Oracle or equivalent ERP systems.

Additional qualifications:

• APICS certification preferred.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. If you require accommodations to view or apply for a job, alternative methods are available to submit an application. Please contact (440)534-6000 or NA.TA.Operations@averydennison.com to discuss reasonable accommodations.