Company Description

Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and manufacturing 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 Mentor OH, the company employs over 30,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Reported sales in 2021 were $8.4 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Job Description

SCOPE AND GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE ROLE: 

We are looking for an experienced Supply Planner to join our dynamic team. The Supply Planner will be responsible for developing and executing short and long-term supply plans to meet customer demand. The successful candidate will have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as experience in supply chain planning. The Supply Planner will be a key member of the team, working closely with other departments to ensure that customer orders are met in a timely and efficient manner. The  Supply Planner will be a strategic thinker, with a great eye for detail and an ability to work in a fast paced environment. 

RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE: 

Own and lead Supply planning processes

Generate and analyze supply planning data to drive business decisions

Identify and implement improvements in complex processes and operations

Collaborate on various projects dedicated to products, portfolio, or sourcing changes

Develop and execute inventory plans to ensure optimal inventory levels and availability of products

Monitor and adjust inventory levels to meet customer demand

Analyze sales and inventory data to identify short and long-term trends

Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders

Monitor and analyze supply chain performance to identify areas of improvement

Collaborate with other departments to ensure supply chain goals are met

Implement supply & inventory planning strategies to reduce costs and enhance efficiency

Develop and maintain accurate supply forecasts to support supply chain strategies

Monitor and report on inventory levels to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures

Collect, analyze, prepare, and tabulate operational data and present results and trends

Manage and create all material forecast to & purchase orders supplier

Support development and/or upgrade planning tool to meet business needs

Manage, Plan and Coordinate logistics with suppliers and freight service providers 

WHAT WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR IN YOU:

Focused on developing your career within the supply chain end-to-end and working within a truly multifunctional team on challenging projects and daily operations.

Sound knowledge and understanding of supply chain principles, freight and import models

Qualifications

Prerequisite Experiences:

Minimum of 5-7 years supply planning experience and/or inventory analysis

Experience in FMCG environment

Sound knowledge and understanding of import/export & local logistics, & incoterms

Experience in liaising with sales and operations in developing and tracking forecasts essential

Experience in liaising with multiple stakeholders

Multinational experience would be an advantage

Formal Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain/Logistics or relevant NQF level is essential.

Computer literacy – Excel intermediate level. 

CPIM advantageous

Competencies Required:

Excellent communication skills- verbal and written

Proactive, curious, and committed to over-deliver results

Discipline, composure under pressure,

Organization skills & Time Management skills

Strong in communication skills and teamwork

Are great at problem-solving and managing complexity and clinical execution

Can demonstrate outstanding ownership, autonomy, and excellent analytical skills

Are passionate about continuous improvement

Are interested in developing their long-term career within the Supply Chain field

Additional Information

Please note that if you have not heard from the HR Department within 30 days of this advert closing, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful.

All internal applications should be acknowledged by your manager, accompanied by a copy of your Curriculum Vitae and certified copies of your qualifications must be send to HR department. 

AVERY DENNISON IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER!