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 and mitigate loss, 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 2025 were $8.9 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

The Raw Material Planner reports to the Master Production Scheduler and drives the strategic execution of raw material procurement, inventory optimization, and supply chain efficiency. This role is a critical link between demand signals and production readiness, ensuring seamless material flow for the site.

Key Responsibilities

Material Planning & Procurement

• Execute daily planning and ordering for all chemical raw materials.

• Analyze usage patterns to adjust procurement in response to demand fluctuations.

• Standardize and automate daily planning workflows to increase operational efficiency.

Inventory & Quality Management

• Manage site inventory levels to balance service goals with working capital targets.

• Lead site-wide initiatives including cycle counts, loss reduction, and SLOB (Slow Moving/Obsolete) mitigation.

• Facilitate Vendor Management processes, including forecasting and Supply Corrective Actions.

Process Improvement & Integration

• Utilize Lean/Enterprise Lean Sigma (ELS) tools to identify root causes and improve system performance.

• Support New Product Introductions (NPI) and material transitions.

• Resolve cross-functional invoice exceptions by partnering with Finance, AP, and Logistics.

• Experience: Relevant Bachelor’s degree + 2 years of related experience, OR 5+ years of professional experience in scheduling, planning, Supply Chain, Materials Management, or Logistics required.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems (Oracle and/or SAP preferred), Google tools, and Microsoft Office; demonstrated expertise in material control and data visualization.

• Problem Solving & Improvement: Ability to lead change and use Enterprise Lean Sigma (ELS) or A3 Thinking to identify root causes; familiar with process documentation and continuous improvement.

• Execution & Focus: High customer focus with the ability to proactively identify needs, take ownership of issues, and interface with cross-functional teams to execute requirements.

• Certification: APICS certification (CPIM/CSCP) highly 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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