Supply Chain Manager

Company Description

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible™ products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve, providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. We design and develop labeling and functional materials, radio frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and offerings that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2024 were $8.8 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

• Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate
• Paid vacation and paid holidays

Job Description

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for all supply chain activities within the plant. Customer Service, Planning, Purchasing, Shipping and Subcontracting with strong focus on improving service to the customer, The scope of the role includes leading the overall strategy for demand planning, material planning, capacity planning, scheduling, and inventory management. Additionally, they will manage the implementation of all new solutions within our supply chain processes. This is a pivotal role that will ensure our site can produce efficiently and meet customer demands cost-effectively.

Key metrics for success in this position include flexibility, reliability, inventory turns, and achieving savings through supply chain initiatives.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Champion Safety

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to optimize supply chain processes, technology, and service delivery, ensuring customer reliability and flexibility.
• Assist in instituting and promoting cost reduction projects.
• Coordinate with other departments to determine materials needed and schedules to be met.
• Develop Demand Planning collecting info for production planning team including trend analysis and variances.
• Organize and define clear process for Capacity planning of all the assets in Toronto based on the demand planning output.
• Define processes to minimize the high demand during the peak season (Prebuild, Outsourcing, Intercompany support, etc).
• Lead the Sales & Operations Planning process, fostering collaboration across departments.
• Accountable for providing inputs to the Annual Operation Plan process for matching customers and market expectations.

Organization & Leadership

• Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to lead, influence, and drive strategic execution within a team.
• Guide the team on all operational and administrative functions, including performance discussions, career progression, and ensuring the consistent application of company policies.
• Foster employee growth and development by providing continuous training, coaching, and regular feedback to attract and retain top talent.
• Champion a collaborative team culture by acting as a role model, positively influencing team members, and guiding the team to achieve shared goals.
• Model and promote the Corporation’s Code of Business Ethics and Values.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and customers to ensure seamless coordination and communication on all initiatives.

Operations

• Oversee and lead all Supply Chain, Materials, and Logistics operations, directing the team, managing strategic plans, and ensuring the successful execution of projects.
• Collaborate to ensure fiscal responsibility by managing the departmental budget and resources to meet project goals and drive efficient, high-value outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations.

Strategic Transformation and Long-term strategy development

• Lead the development of business plans and initiatives that guide the team's long-term direction and foster innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management or related field required. Master's Degree preferred.
• 5+ years Supply Chain Management or related experience, with 3+ year’s supervisory or lead experience preferred.

• Project Lead Experience.

• Working knowledge of modern manufacturing, material flow and improvement strategies (e.g. ELS, continuous flow etc.) and the ability to integrate those into the operation.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial systems and the key drivers within the manufacturing environment.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to lead, influence, and drive strategic execution within a team.
• Understanding of applicable computer systems, such as Google Suite, Oracle, and ability to learn other function specific software.

Additional Information

The salary range for this position is $101,000- $110,000/year.

The hiring  base salary range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range, and in some circumstances may be above or below the range, based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education and training, and location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position, which may change depending on the candidate pool. Experienced Avery Dennison employees who are interested in this position and have questions regarding how the hiring range listed above may apply to them should contact their HR representative.  Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

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