Product Manager, Architecture

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, 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 2024 were $8.8 billion. Learn more at .

At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:

• Health & wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment

• Paid parental leave

• 401K eligibility

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate

• Paid vacation and paid holidays

Job Description

Avery Dennison is seeking a Product Manager to join the Materials Group North America organization. This role is responsible for planning and managing the P&L and commercial strategy for the products within the architecture segment for Graphics North America. The successful candidate will provide vision and direction to the organization and drive action and execution to achieve the strategic and P&L goals for this portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop strategic and annual operating plans and lead cross-functional team efforts to meet evolving customer, persona and market needs

• Execute a portfolio management approach to assigned products to optimize growth and profitability while incorporating a global approach where logical

• Lead execution of multi-generation product plans including: new product introductions and line extensions, product re-engineering and cost out, warranty programs, product promotions, data sheets, selling sheets, training/education and other sales tools and communication of product and service program changes. Lead new product launch and commercialization efforts.

• Develop an understanding of the target industries/sectors, including market trends, regulations, and customer needs

• Continuously monitor the competitive landscape to identify threats and opportunities that inform robust product positioning and strategic alignment

• Develop and implement pricing strategies to maximize product line growth and profitability. Own the pricing process, from planning and executing price increases, to new product pricing, to managing current Customer pricing.

• Collaborate with sales force and business development managers to support introduction and growth of new products

• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Sales in the development and implementation of service strategies and programs for assigned product line

• Adept at identifying and engaging with these stakeholders to gather requirements, communicate product value, and manage expectations throughout the sales and implementation process

• Collaborate with other marketing team members to identify and support evolving customer journey and digital needs

• Responsible for product content & product data to ensure accurate, consistent, timely, and relevant product information across all internal and external channels as part of lifecycle process

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. MBA preferred

• 5+ years business experience, including sales and marketing, desired.

• Salesforce.com experience, desired.

• Ability to generate support and excitement among an informal, cross-functional team in a matrix organization.

• Experience with product development and product commercialization processes.

• Must be able to champion new business ventures.

• Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills.

• Strong data analysis skills

• Strong teamwork and relationship building skills.

• Strong financial and business acumen with a proven track record of results.

• Proven project leadership and critical thinking skills.

• Required Travel: ~10-15% Domestic

Additional Information

The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $125,000/ year.

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.

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