Job Description

The Avery Dennison Smartrac (ADS) Project Manager is responsible for leading cross-functional teams toward implementing Avery Dennison Compliance, Inventory Accuracy, and Digital Identity solutions. The ADS Project Manager will work closely with internal stakeholders such as IT, Product and Market Development, Supply Chain, and Sales and will also have external contact with customers. Primary responsibilities include project planning and documentation, meeting facilitation, follow-up, and communication. The ADS Project Manager is accountable for the overall delivery of the project plan and will work with various levels of the organization to ensure timelines are met, risks are mitigated, and the overall success and customer satisfaction of the project.

• Responsible for all aspects of the development and implementation of assigned projects for Avery Dennison’s Solutions across multiple industry segments (Food, Logistics)
• Works with management teams to translate strategic objectives into executable projects, and to develop plans for achieving stated objectives.
• Provides executives with project risk assessments and summary-level project status reports.
• Strategize with the project team to forecast problems, assess potential risks and solutions, and plan alternatives.
• Develops detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, forecasts, and status reports.
• Conducts project meetings and is responsible for project tracking and analysis.
• Leads the rapid and flawless execution of high-profile cross-functional projects.
• Help infuse process discipline, systems thinking, and critical tools deep into the organization, enhancing the company’s capacity for effective & efficient project management.
• Serve as an “air traffic control” capacity, Project Managers will provide overarching facilitation for all aspects of the business’s RBIS highest-priority projects.
• Create detailed project plans that explicitly align the efforts of multiple functional specialties (e.g. Sales, Marketing, R&D, Supply Chain, Finance, and IT)
• Leverage methods & tools to accelerate project timelines, encourage cross-functional collaboration, and build quality into projects from the outset.
• Identify and resolve issues proactively and creatively balance schedule, scope, and cost constraints.
• Manage interpersonal dynamics within global project teams (e.g., building consensus among sub-project owners, negotiating any changes to the project plan, and holding team members accountable for the delivery of commitments made).
• Ensure teams meet or exceed anticipated project benefits on time and with the desired level of quality.
• Transfer capability by: serving as role models on the projects they lead, delivering focused training as necessary.
• Work effectively with internal and external clients, third-party vendors, Avery Dennison global offices, and senior management in accomplishing project objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business or related.
• PMP Certification preferred
• 3+ years of project management or related experience.
• Experience in leading others and managing cross-functional projects.
• Good facilitation, customer service, relationship building, and communication skills
• Good project management skills with knowledge of Excel or Project Management tracking software (e.g. Smartsheets).
• Detail-oriented; strong analytical skills & organizational skills.
• Problem management skills.
• Experience with applying methods & tools preferred
• Comfort and confidence in interacting with / presenting to all levels in an organization
• Good business acumen.
• Ability to influence effectively without authority.
• A propensity for identifying issues proactively, making decisions with incomplete information and acting expediently
• Multi-lingual a plus
• Willingness to work on a global clock and platform
• 10-20% Travel

Additional Information

We not only embrace change… we drive it. We work hard, push hard, and take brave risks. Our culture is innovative and collaborative - where bold ideas turn into action. We grow strong talent through stretch opportunities only restricted by your interests. We are committed to workplace diversity, both for employees and for the business. We are a force for good, embedded in industries and communities worldwide. We are challenging ourselves and others to reach higher and think bigger to improve the quality of all life. Avery Dennison is a great place to work for everyone. We offer:

• State of the art facilities

• Workplace & work hours flexibility

• International environment

• A growing team with good spirit!

• Competitive total rewards

AVERY DENNISON IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, dis-ability, protected veteran status or other protected status.