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Materials Manager-March 2024
Oak Harbor
Mar 28, 2026
About Materials Manager

  Company Description

  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

  Job Description

  This role is internally referred to as Service Materials and Logistics Manager

  The Service Materials and Logistics Manager manages activities of those engaged in the movement of raw and finished materials, storage, production scheduling, and inventory control activities, including transportation, distribution, and logistics. The Service Materials and Logistics Manager will maintain customer relations with regard to supply side/service activities and will be responsible for the production and finished goods procurement processes, order fulfillment and logistics.

  KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  Lead, coach, and facilitate short-term and long-range objectives related to the overall supply chain function

  Supervise and work in a hands-on role that will include daily planning/scheduling, procurement, and logistics management.

  Plan and forecast inventory to include managing inventory levels and inventory turns and minimizing obsolescence, scrap, aged inventories and inventory reserves.

  Continuously improve strategic processes involving forecasting, demand management, and the development of effective internal tools

  Maximize production efficiency through reduced changeovers, machine downtime and downtime due to raw materials/component shortages.

  Develop and implement new, effective programs/policies for supplier, transportation and logistic management.

  Provide daily, weekly, and monthly inventory & service reports as well as participate in the monthly metrics review.

  Provide project management and Supply Chain, Materials Management, and Logistics leadership.

  Accountable for departmental budget and project deliverables. Secure and allocate appropriate resources and manage projects to meet Divisional goals and achieve financial objectives.

  Lead cross-functional teams on projects. Communicate and work with all levels of the organization. Manage a large multi-function program or a set of projects. Interact with colleagues, suppliers and customers.

  Strong awareness of competition and impact of strategies and tactics in the marketplace.

  Leverage internal/external experts in network to accomplish goals.

  Expert in Enterprise Lean Sigma (ELS) process. Lead the formulation and development of projects. Provide direction and guidance to project leader. Monitor progress on schedule, budget and technical output. Provide guidance to the team on ELS projects.

  Responsible for clear, focused leadership to further reduce the barriers to delivering competitive advantage via global size and scale.

  Actively engage in translating best practices in the areas of experimental and organizational design and development, cost modeling and developing enhanced internal and external relationships to support local and international businesses.

  Responsible for delivery of short-term and-long term results in order to develop and maintain the organization’s credibility with the business and creating opportunities for the function to add greater value to the business.

  Use business trends and customer needs to create actionable goals that create competitive advantage.

  Ensure compliance with government regulations.

  Employee Development & Management:

  Train and provide development opportunities for staff. Ensure annual goals are complete and communicated. Ensure Global Performance Management System is up-to-date and regular feedback is provided to staff members.

  Monitor and evaluate team members, and adjust training where needed.

  Attract, retain and develop high potential talent.

  Model and promote the Corporation’s Code of Business Ethics and Values.

  Perform general management duties, exercising usual authority concerning staff, performance appraisals, promotions and terminations. Responsible for training and development of subordinate staff, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of organizational policies.

  Act as a team role model and change-agent.

  Positively lead and influence team members to partner together to achieve individual and business goals.

  Coordinate team efforts, create and manage a regional strategy and team operating plan.

  Strategic Transformation and Long-term Strategy Development:

  Provide leadership to select local and/or global Supply Chain initiatives.

  Develop and execute appropriate business plans/multi-generation Supply Chain plans to identify trends, opportunities for marketplace advantage and new ideas for products, processes and services. Direct Supply Chain activities.

  Develop Supply Chain Objectives, Goals, Strategies and Measures (OGSM) for assigned area and confirm linkage to global business strategies.

  Lead benchmarking of Supply Chain-related topics in support of divisional goals.

  Qualifications

  Bachelor’s Degree in related field required.

  5+ years in Supply Chain Management or related experience

  Knowledge and experience in all aspects of material management including procurement, supplier management, planning, scheduling, capacity management, forecasting, logistics, production, and inventory control. APICS certification strongly recommended

  Project lead experience preferred.

  Working knowledge of modern manufacturing, material flow and improvement strategies (e.g. ELS, continuous flow, cellular etc.) and the ability to integrate those into the operation.

  Additional Information

  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.

  Reasonable Accommodations Notice

  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 [email protected] to discuss reasonable accommodations.

  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

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