Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) Manager at Avery Dennison

Miamisburg, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Demand Planning, Inventory Management, S&OP Process, Financial Forecasting, Asset Optimization, Strategic Leadership, Change Management, Statistical Forecasting, Capacity Planning, Cross-functional Collaboration, AI Proficiency, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Description

Company Description Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making Possible™ products and solutions that help advance the industries we serve, providing branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste and mitigate loss, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency and better connect brands and consumers. We design and develop labeling and functional materials, radio-frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital and offerings that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 35,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2025 were $8.9 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com. Job Description Avery Dennison is seeking a SIOP Manager to lead our business management process by aligning planning across sales, inventory, and operations. In this role, you will be the primary architect of our SIOP roadmap, ensuring that volume and asset capacity are perfectly balanced to provide exceptional customer service while maximizing operational efficiency. You will Display Agility by adapting quickly to new market information and Champion Collaboration by working across commercial, operations, and finance teams to drive shared business outcomes. As a senior leader, you will: Lead Change & Strategy: Partner with stakeholders to develop and conduct the monthly SIOP process. You will lead the Demand Planning, Inventory, and S&OP teams, serving as a role model and change-agent to achieve business goals. Forecast & Analyze: Develop short, medium, and long-term demand forecasts at multiple levels of aggregation. You will review historical sales trends, research demand drivers, and utilize statistical forecast models to ensure high levels of accuracy. Drive Results: Oversee the preparation for Commercial Demand Review, Rough Cut Capacity, and Finance Review meetings. You will facilitate quarterly Executive S&OP meetings with business leaders, translating market trends into actionable goals. Inventory & Asset Optimization: Set monthly inventory targets and maintain adequate safety stock levels for WIP and Raw inventory. You will collaborate with site leaders on execution plans to maximize asset utilization. Financial Alignment: Partner with the finance team on R&O forecasts and target setting, ensuring all operational plans are linked to the Annual Operating Plan (AOP). Simplify & Prioritize: Leverage metrics and analytical tools to identify opportunities for improvement, focusing team efforts on tasks that translate into maximum organizational impact. Qualifications Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field is required. Experience: 7+ years of experience in Operations, Supply Chain, or Manufacturing, with at least 3 years of proven supervisory experience. Technical Expertise: Working knowledge of modern manufacturing, material flow, and improvement strategies (e.g., ELS, Six Sigma, or continuous flow). AI Proficiency: Familiarity with using AI tools (e.g., Google Gemini) to develop advanced strategies, predictive models, and analytical tools for SIOP processes. Financial Acumen: Demonstrated understanding of financial systems and the key drivers within a manufacturing environment. Strategic Leadership: Strong organizational skills in strategy and execution, with the ability to lead, contribute to, and influence others in a team-based organization. Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to openly convey complex information to team members and senior leadership in a timely, concise manner. Systems Knowledge: Proficiency with applicable computer systems such as Microsoft Office, Google applications, Oracle r12, and Demantra. Certifications: Green Belt, ELS, or equivalent continuous improvement certification is preferred. #LI-Hybrid Additional Information 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. If you require accommodations to view or apply for a job, alternative methods are available to submit an application. Please contact (440) 534-6000 or [email protected] to discuss reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

Lead the SIOP process by aligning sales, inventory, and operations to balance volume and asset capacity. Oversee demand forecasting, inventory targets, and financial alignment with the Annual Operating Plan.