Buyer / Planner

Company Description

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company that provides a wide range of branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. Our products and solutions include labeling and functional materials, radio frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and a variety of products and solutions that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving an array of industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 34,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2023 were $ billion. Learn more at .

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

Avery Dennison Performance Tapes has an immediate opening for an experienced Supply Chain professional to fulfill the role of Buyer/ Planner. This role will report into the Materials Manager and prepare business-related analyses and research for Supply Chain, Materials Management, and/or Logistics (SML). The individual will focus on activities related to Buying, Planning, Forecasting, and Inventory / Material Control. The role will also focus on improvements to processes and preparing reports, graphs, and charts of data, and/or ensuring efficiency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

As part of our team, this individual will operate under general guidance from the Materials Manager to ensure execution of daily operational efficiencies and implementation of key business objectives.

Manage the raw material planning and ordering processes 

Analyze raw material usage in response to demand or supply changes; improve and standardize daily planning processes

Maintain and improve vendor management processes, including Supplier Scorecard and Forecasting

Manage site raw material inventory to achieve service and inventory objectives. Oversee site inventory management processes for raws (cycle counts, loss reduction projects, SLOB inventory)

Identify and lead projects to improve raw planning, inventory management, and service. Provide support for new product introduction or transitions

Management of external Sub-Contract processes and the associated movement of inventory

Assist with the planning of shipping from the manufacturing location

Analyze and plan material requirements by figuring out the quantity and date materials are needed to ensure optimal inventory levels

Audit invoices to ensure that correct charges have been applied

Prepare forecasts and analyze trends in manufacturing, sales, distribution, general business conditions, and other related areas

Participate in or lead process effectiveness and continuous improvement projects

Collaborate with manufacturing, engineering, vendor, and subcontractor representatives to ensure requirements are met

Implement lean concepts and continuous improvements

Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent is required

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, or other related degree preferred

2 years of supply chain/logistics or related experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred

Strong analytical and mathematical skills and demonstrated ability to conduct research, prepare comprehensive reports, and present complex statistical information in a clear and succinct fashion

Solid verbal and written communication skills are needed

Validated experience for driving action and execution against daily run-the-business tasks and project responsibilities. Requires strong attention to detail and extraordinary interpersonal skills

Ability to collaborate with cross-functional groups to define and execute overall requirements

Ability to work well with all levels of management and employees

Ability to understand the needs of key partners and use employee knowledge and expertise to develop or improve systems and processes

Understanding of applicable computer systems, such as ERP/MRP systems, Microsoft Office, email/ internet applications, and function-specific software

APICS Certification desired

Familiarity and experience with Lean Manufacturing methodology are strongly preferred

Travel as required

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