Company Description

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Job Description

About the role

The Supply Chain Specialist oversees a variety of areas in the areas of supply chain and inventory management. The person in this role participates in process improvement projects and serves as a liaison between the supply chain function and business units to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

What You Will Do

Demand Planning & Forecasting

• Own the demand planning process by gathering, aligning, and challenging forecasts from the global Commercial team.
• Drive forecast accuracy by monitoring performance, analyzing trends and variances, and leading actions for continuous improvement.
• Translate demand into action by developing production plans and providing clear production forecasts to our manufacturing sites.

Inventory & Capacity Management

• Manage and optimize inventory levels for the TeamSports business, placing strategic orders with production sites to meet contractual agreements while maximizing inventory turns.
• Develop and implement peak season strategies (e.g., pre-builds, outsourcing, inter-company support) to navigate high demand flawlessly.
• Participate in strategic capacity planning, helping allocate production across our sites to maximize service, flexibility, and cost-efficiency.

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Lead the standardization of supply chain processes across all TeamSports production sites, creating a unified and efficient global operation.
• Guarantee customer service levels by meticulously tracking orders across the entire chain and proactively resolving bottlenecks, especially during peak season.
• Coordinate the supply chain component of new item development and launches.
• Manage the customer claims follow-up process, using data to identify root causes and prevent future issues.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in inventory management and conducting in-depth materials analyses.
• Strong data analysis skills with the ability to monitor trends and forecast potential challenges.
• Expertise in production planning and manufacturing processes.
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated adaptability and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

Additional Information

What we offer

• Health & Financial Benefits: *We offer a benefit for the supplemental package of mandatory health insurance. *Access to Lyra, our confidential Employee Assistance Program, for personal and professional support. *We provide a free health check every 4 years, and free fruit on-site. *Mandatory participation to the Avery Dennison Pension Fund, employer pays ⅔ of the premium. *Holiday allowance and a year-end allowance.

• Time Off & Flexibility: *Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, increasing to 26 days after 4 years (pro-rated). *Extra Days: 13 additional days per year (+4% ATV allowance, pro-rated) and a bridge day off. Benefit from birth/parental leave in accordance with Dutch labor law, with fully paid partner leave. We also offer flexible working hours and hybrid work options for most positions.

• Commuting & On-site Perks: Take advantage of free and enclosed parking in a well-located building, or opt for a commuting allowance/100% reimbursement for public transport.

• Professional Development: Invest in your growth with a €500 annual individual training budget, access to lots of internal training/mentoring programs and a budget for hardware when working from home.

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 FMCG, Apparel, Automotive and Pharma industry. Our European Headquarters in the Netherlands, founded in 1955 and since 2014 located in the Leiden Bioscience Park, is a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports all Avery Dennison businesses and employs approximately 500 talented individuals.The location serves as the central hub for European Leadership and other functions that support the wider European manufacturing and distribution network. The location features a state-of-the-art Research and Development Center.

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 at [email protected] to request an accommodation. 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.

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