Avery Dennison is seeking a Product (Solution) Manager to join the Materials Group (MG) organization. This role is responsible for current Durable Labels product portfolio, new applications and innovations. Involved in commercial strategy and new HvC (High Value Categories) programs rolled by Materials Group responsible for portfolio YoY growth.

As a Product Manager, you will be managing and optimizing our portfolio to meet the needs of converting customers in the Materials Group business, and final end user needs across EU regions.

This is a high-visibility, entrepreneurial (Proactive and Self-Starting, Creative Problem-Solving, Risk-Taking, Resilient, Passionate) role designed to continuously develop a critical high-value growth engine for the Materials Group. You will act as the pivotal commercial bridge between our marketing HQ and sales teams in the regions translating gained market insights into a winning portfolio strategy.

Key Responsibilities

This role operates on a hybrid basis, allowing for a blend of remote and on-site work at our European Headquarters in Oegstgeest.

• Champion a rigorous, performance-driven portfolio management to optimize profitability and growth, making clear recommendations for product lifecycle management - from new launches to rationalization - in close collaboration with Materials Group (MG) Product Line Team (PLT).

• Own and drive the strategic product roadmap for the Durable Labels portfolio within the Materials Group channel, ensuring it aligns with our broader MG growth objectives and addresses evolving converter and end-user needs.

• Architect and execute a value-based pricing strategy for the MG segment channel portfolio that maximizes profitability while driving market share gain.

• Define and execute Product Lifecycle Management activities in cooperation with MG PLT, including new product launches, line extensions, product re-engineering, cost reductions, and updating MG specific product service guidelines to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

• Build product promotions, data sheets, selling sheets, training, and translate converter and end-user feedback into actionable product requirements, acting as the 'voice of the market' to identify new innovations and solve critical problems in close cooperation with cross-functional teams.

• Act as the 'voice of the market' for the MG business, translating converter and end-user feedback into actionable product requirements and strategic insights for innovation teams, and PLT team.

• Work with cross-functional teams involved in the product development across Materials Group, and external channel ecosystem partners. 

• Proactively engage with commercial teams and customers to maintain external focus to identify new innovations, drive the long-term strategic product roadmap, and solve critical problems that differentiate our portfolio.

Required

• 7+ years of work experience demonstrating the skill set required for the role, including extensive Materials Group Product Management experience, with the ability to travel up to 20% of the time.

• Experience and/or affinity with more technically complex product portfolios (such as Automotive, Industrial, Electronics, or Pharma) and a hands-on, proactive attitude.

• Hands on attitude willing to accomplish tasks directly. 

Skills you need to succeed

• Exceptional communication skills, with a mastered ability to translate difficult, complex technical and commercial topics into clear business insights for diverse audiences, from engineers to senior sales leaders.

• Proven ability to lead through influence and thrive in a complex, matrixed global organization, building consensus and driving projects forward across multiple business units.

• An entrepreneurial, risk-taking mindset with strong financial and business acumen, demonstrating resilience and creative problem-solving.

• Risk-taking and entrepreneurial mindset (willing to try new things and explore new domains) 

What we offer

Here's a glimpse of the great benefits you can expect:

• Health & Financial Benefits:
  • We offer a gross benefit for the supplemental package of mandatory health insurance.
  • Access to Lyra, our confidential Employee Assistance Program, for personal and professional support.
  • We provide a free health check every 4 years, and free fruit on-site.
  • Mandatory participation to the Avery Dennison Pension Fund, employer pays ⅔ of the premium. 
  • Holiday allowance and a year-end allowance.
• Time Off & Flexibility:
  • Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, increasing to 26 days after 4 years (pro-rated).
  • Extra Days: 13 additional days per year (+4% ATV allowance, pro-rated) and a bridge day off. Benefit from birth/parental leave in accordance with Dutch labor law, with fully paid partner leave. We also offer flexible working hours and hybrid work options for most positions.
• Commuting & On-site Perks: Take advantage of free and enclosed parking in a well-located building, or opt for a commuting allowance/100% reimbursement for public transport.
• Professional Development: Invest in your growth with a €500 annual individual training budget, access to lots of internal training/mentoring programs and a budget for hardware when working from home. 

Why join Avery Dennison

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

At Avery Dennison, we work with the biggest brands in FMCG, Apparel, Automotive and Pharma industry. Our European Headquarters in the Netherlands, founded in 1955 and since 2014 located in the Leiden Bioscience Park, is a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports all Avery Dennison businesses and employs approximately 500 talented individuals. The location serves as the central hub for European Leadership and other functions that support the wider European manufacturing and distribution network. The location features a state-of-the-art Research and Development Center.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. 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 any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us to request an accommodation at [email protected]. In the EMEA region, we foster an inclusive culture through active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) like Elevate, Unite, and our Mental Health group. Please visit our DE&I page to learn more about our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach.

Pay Transparency Statement

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. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.