Technical Marketing Manager, Digital, Print Media

A segment of Avery Dennison Label and Graphic Materials, Avery Dennison Graphics Solutions provides imaging materials and service solutions for fleet, architecture and transportation markets. For more information, visit https://graphics.averydennison.com.

Avery Dennison is seeking a Technical Marketing Manager - Digital Print Media, within the Graphics Solutions EMENA segment. In this role, you will be part of the Digital Print Media team, helping to differentiate from competitors by providing your technical expertise. You will work closely with cross functional teams on product development projects, translating market and customer insights into product specific needs and features. Ideally based in Soignies, Belgium, or within driving distance, you will be reporting to the Segment Manager.

Objectives of the role:

• Become a champion for specific application segments and support the Sales & Marketing organisation for Digital Print Media applications and customers of Avery Dennison Graphics Solution Europe. 
• Translate long-term end-user needs into market insights, trigger next generation platform developments 
• Lead or contribute to integrated product development projects, in particular responsible for lab request and the full voice of the customer qualification process
• Conduct benchmark sessions with our installation network partners
• Own brand/ portfolio related technical, warranty and training documents
• Lead and coordinate certification activities 

To be successful in your role you will:

• Advise Sales and Marketing teams with technical questions on subjects related to product performance, conversion, application and end use for products of your portfolio throughout EMENA
• Direct involvement in integrated product development projects. Identify customer requirements and translate into critical needs. Advise R&D on the definition of product requirements. Execute in-house & customer field tests to verify if new products meet market requirements
• Support Sales department & Customer Care Center with investigation of structural complaints
• Collaborate with printer & equipment OEMs 
• Create and present (technical) presentations and training for internal customers as well as customer’s staff  
• Writing / Editing / Updating of Technical Product Datasheets ,Technical Application Bulletins and Warranty documents
• Investigate competitive products and conduct benchmark application testing to gather intelligence that can be used for product development programs and at discussions with customers
• Analyze industry trends and initiate internal dialogue with Marketing and R&D on next generation developments
• Willing to travel to customers and OEMs in EMENA

• Knowledge of self-adhesive Digital Print Media (including printer OEMs, Color Management etc.) market  
• Multiple years of active work experience in converting (printing/laminating) and installing Digital Print Media
• Ideally a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical or Industrial Engineering, Digital Print Technologies or similar 
• Ideally technical work experience in a self-adhesive and / or chemical business environment
• Able to work independently, set objectives / priorities in a dynamic business environment
• Ideally having Project Management experience
• Problem solving, organized and having good analytical and decision making skills
• Team player with customer-focused approach
• Excellent presentation skills
• Excellent communication and language skills including English (fluent both spoken and written), and - preferred but not obligatory - German, Italian, French or Dutch 

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

• Financial & Health Benefits : Enjoy company-paid Pension, Life and Hospitalization insurance. Benefit from CCT 90 collective bonus, Meal & Eco-vouchers, a Year-End Bonus, Seniority Bonus (with extra vacation days), and various performance bonuses (e.g., Assiduity, Shift, On-call).
• Time Off & Flexibility : Get 20 legal vacation days, 12 public holidays (10 national + 2 local), plus 9 reduction of working time (RTT) days (from 38.5h week). Benefit from teleworking and flexible hours (role dependent).
• Continuous Development : Access a Personal Development Plan and your right to training.
• On-site Perks : Enjoy a low-priced company restaurant, on-site electric charger, free coffee/tea and annual summer/Christmas events.
• Community Engagement : Opportunities to participate in volunteer activities to support Non-Profit Organizations.

To help us process your application quickly, please upload your CV in either PDF or Word format. We also kindly ask that you submit your resume in the same language as this job posting.

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 the FMCG, apparel, automotive, and pharma industries. Our Soignies location, founded in 1967, is a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports our Label and Graphic materials division and employs approximately 350 talented individuals. Key functions at this site include ELS, Process Engineering, Supply Chain, Production Operations, Maintenance and Logistics offering diverse career paths and opportunities for growth.

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.