Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science company specializing in the design and manufacture of a wide variety of labeling and functional materials. The company’s products, which are used in nearly every major industry, include pressure-sensitive materials for labels and graphic applications; tapes and other bonding solutions for industrial, medical, and retail applications; tags, labels and embellishments for apparel; and radio frequency identification (RFID) solutions serving retail apparel and other markets. Headquartered in Glendale, California, the company employs more than 32,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Reported sales in 2020 were $7.0 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.  

Avery Dennison is seeking a Product Manager to join the Industrial and Healthcare Materials organization supporting our Performance Tapes business in North America (PTNA). In this position, you will support Marketing, Sales, and Business Development by being responsible for leading the P&L for a select product portfolio (General Industrial and Print & Packaging) and developing and executing pricing strategies for the assigned products to optimize growth and profitability. You will contribute to the development of strategic and annual operating plans and lead efforts of a cross-functional team efforts to meet evolving customer and market needs. You will assist in the development and implementation of key segment communication plans including product promotions, data sheets, selling sheets, training, PR, advertising, website, on-line marketing material etc.

Ideal for this role will be an individual that fits in well with our entrepreneurial environment and is passionate about bold growth. You will report to our Director, North American Marketing.

We offer a variety of benefits include health, life, dental, and vision insurance, plus 401(k) matching, vacation program, and flexible work arrangements!

In addition to the above, you will be responsible for:

• Lead execution of multi-generation product plans including: new product introductions and line extensions, product re-engineering and cost out, product promotions, data sheets, selling sheets, training and other sales tools and communication of product and service program changes.
• Participate in external events and end user calls/visits to understand market insights and trends and ensure our strategies are aligned to meet future needs.
• Collaborate with sales force and regional segment managers to support growth and/or product development initiatives.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Sales in the development/implementation of service strategies & programs for assigned product line.

Required:

• Bachelor degree in business, marketing, finance, or equivalent required.
• A minimum of 3 years validated commercial/business experience required. Previous experience leading a technical product line with demonstrated growth and performance or related commercial experience a plus.
• Ability to generate support and excitement among an informal, cross-functional team in a matrixed organization.
• Good analytical, strategic, and communication skills.
• Strong financial and business insight with a consistent track record of results.
• Attested project leadership and critical thinking skills.

Preferred:

• Engineering undergraduate degree or experience working in a technical, business to business environment preferred.
• MBA strongly preferred.
• Sales experience is a plus.
• Previous expertise in solution based manufacturing or similar materials 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.

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