Avery Dennison (NYSE:AVY) is a global leader in labeling and packaging materials and solutions. The company’s applications and technologies are an integral part of products used in every major market and industry. With operations in more than 50 countries and more than 26,000 employees worldwide, Avery Dennison serves customers with insights and innovations that help make brands more inspiring and the world more intelligent. Headquartered in Pasadena, California, the company reported sales from continuing operations of $6 billion in 2012. Learn more at www.averydennison.com
Job DescriptionAbout the role The Product Development Specialist manages and executes the end-to-end product development lifecycle, from local item development and sample approval to pricing and continuous improvement. This role ensures timely, cost-effective development methods and high accuracy across internal systems and client requirements.
About the role
The Senior Executive Global Product Development (GPD) plays a pivotal role in developing products in the most cost-efficient manner to meet target prices while achieving departmental KPIs. This role ensures the smooth running and execution of orders once approved by establishing local systems, delivering technical expertise, and providing continuous account support. Serving as an essential individual contributor, this position manages top revenue-generating accounts, drives continuous improvement, and collaborates with both local internal departments and overseas Avery Dennison hubs to optimize product development cycles.
Key Responsibilities
Handle top revenue-generated RBs (accounts) and strategic projects, ensuring seamless item development for local supply.
Identify feasible, cost-effective product development methods and provide accurate estimates leveraging production capabilities.
Initiate product re-engineering to stay ahead of the competition and drive development speed via the ELS approach.
Oversee counter sample approvals, develop new products and customers, and resolve all customer queries regarding product development.
Assist in product pricing, maintain constant business focus, and promptly address internal inquiries per best practice guidelines.
Take full ownership of assigned accounts, proactively following through with overseas Hubs and internal departments for timely article setup.
Ensure query resolution within stipulated timeframes and escalate complex issues appropriately to the Associate Manager.
Process all developments with a minimum 99% accuracy rate after validation, adhering strictly to agreed quality and productivity standards.
Update all relevant documents and Oracle systems with at least 99% accuracy after collecting costing details from Finance.
Train newcomers on the GPD global process, share product knowledge, and prioritize developments based on client requirements.
Education : Graduation in Textile and Printing background
Proven experience in product development, item setup, and sample management.
Strong knowledge of product costing, pricing, and re-engineering principles.
Familiarity with Enterprise Lean System (ELS) or continuous improvement methodologies.
High proficiency in database systems (Oracle) and Microsoft Office/Google Workspace.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills for internal and external account management.
Demonstrated ability to manage timelines, prioritize client requirements, and meet strict SLAs.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional team collaboration skills.
High attention to detail with a commitment to maintaining 99%+ accuracy in documentation.
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.
We invite Diversity candidates to join Certified "Great Place To Work Team".
Skills Required
- Graduation in textile and printing
- Experience in product development, item setup, and sample management
- Knowledge of product costing, pricing, and re-engineering principles
- Familiarity with Enterprise Lean System or continuous improvement methodologies
- Proficiency with Oracle and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage timelines, prioritize client requirements, and meet strict SLAs
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills
- High attention to detail and commitment to maintaining 99% or greater documentation accuracy
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Parental & Family Support — Family-related support is reinforced through parental leave and dedicated adoption and fertility assistance with a stated benefit amount. Domestic partner eligibility and LGBTQIA+ healthcare support features expand coverage for different family structures.
Avery Dennison Insights
What We Do
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 30,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Reported sales in 2020 were $7.0 billion.
