Supply Chain Manager, Dubai

About Avery Dennison

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 www.averydennison.com.

We’re not just a global leader in materials science and branding solutions; we’re a team of passionate individuals committed to bringing brands to life and transforming how businesses connect with their customers. Whether through our Embelex platform, empowering creativity with on-product branding, or our Aftermarket solutions, optimizing apparel production and supply chains, we work together to solve complex challenges and create a more sustainable future.

Our vision unites us: Together, we connect the physical and digital to solve some of the world’s most complex challenges.

Please let us know if we can support you with reasonable accommodations throughout the application process by contacting our Talent Acquisition team via [HIDDEN TEXT].

You will be based at our plant in JAFZA free trade zone of Dubai. Activities may include, but are not limited to:

Key Responsibilities

The SML Manager manages activities of those engaged in the movement of raw or finished materials, storage, production scheduling, and inventory control activities, including transportation, distribution, and logistics. The incumbent may maintain customer relations with regard to supply side/service activities and may be responsible for customer service processes, order fulfillment and logistics. The SML Manager may manage one or more of the areas of focus within the Supply Chain, Materials Management, and Logistics function.

Employee Development & Management

• Train and provide development opportunities for staff. Ensure annual goals are complete and communicated. Ensure Global Performance Management System is up-to-date and regular feedback is provided to staff members.
• Monitor and evaluate team members, and adjust training where needed.
• Attract, retain and develop high potential talent.
• Model and promote the Corporations Code of Business Ethics and Values.
• Perform general management duties, exercising usual authority concerning staff, performance appraisals, promotions and terminations. Responsible for training and development of subordinate staff, estimating personnel needs, assigning work, meeting completion dates, interpreting and ensuring consistent application of organizational policies.
• Act as a team role model and change-agent.
• Positively lead and influence team members to partner together to achieve individual and business goals.
• Coordinate team efforts, create and manage a regional strategy and team operating plan.

Operations

• Provide project management and Supply Chain, Materials Management, and Logistics leadership.
• Accountable for departmental budget and project deliverables. Secure and allocate appropriate resources and manage projects to meet Departmental goals and achieve financial objectives.
• Lead cross-functional team on projects. Communicate and work with all levels of the organization. Manage a large multi-function program or a set of projects. Interact with colleagues, suppliers and customers.
• Strong awareness of competition and impact of strategies and tactics in the marketplace.
• Apply specific technologies to projects.
• Leverage internal/external experts in the network to accomplish goals.
• Expert in Enterprise Lean Sigma (ELS) process. Lead the formulation and development of projects. Provide direction and guidance to the project leader. Monitor progress on schedule, budget and technical output. Provide guidance to the team on ESL projects.
• Review effectiveness of operating procedures, maintenance, space utilization, and protection of equipment to ensure optimal performance.

• Achieve maximum levels of productivity, ensuring that the business benefits from the lowest possible cost and best value.
• Responsible for clear, focused leadership to further reduce the barriers to delivering competitive advantage via global size and scale.
• Actively engage in translating best practices in the areas of experimental and organizational design and development, cost modeling and developing enhanced internal and external relationships to support local and international businesses.
• Responsible for delivery of short-term and long-term results in order to develop and maintain the organization’s credibility with the business and creating opportunities for the function to add greater value to the business.
• Use business trends and customer needs to create actionable goals that create competitive advantage.
• Develop, analyze and manage SML expenses.
• Ensure compliance with government regulations.

Strategic Transformation and Long-term Strategy Development

• Provide leadership to select local and/or global SML initiatives.
• Develop and execute appropriate business plans/multi-generation SML plans to identify trends, opportunities for marketplace advantage and new ideas for products, processes and services. Direct SML activities.
• Develop SML Objectives, Goals, Strategies and Measures (OGSM) for assigned areas and confirm linkage to global business strategies.
• Lead benchmarking of SML-related topics in support of divisional goals.

• Bachelors Degree in related field required.
• 7+ years SML or related experience, with 3+ years supervisory or lead experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of modern manufacturing, material flow and improvement strategies (e.g. ELS, continuous flow, cellular etc.) and the ability to integrate those into the operation.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial systems and the key drivers within the manufacturing environment.
• Strong organizational skills in strategy, communication at all levels and execution.
• Strong leadership skills. Ability to lead, contribute, and influence others in a team-based organization.
• Excellent organizational and people skills, project management skills, with an ability to openly convey information to team members in a timely, concise manner.
• Understanding of applicable computer systems, such as Google Suite, Microsoft Office and function specific software.
• Thorough understanding of all fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of Supply Chain, Materials Management, and Logistics and all related focus areas.
• Excellent oral, written communication and presentation skills.
• Green Belt or ELS certification preferred.

Who we are! - Our Story:

Being open to every voice, every day, brings our value of diversity to life and makes Avery Dennison a vibrant and engaging place to be. We understand diversity and equal opportunities as enrichment for our future-oriented work. Across our diverse, global team, every voice makes us stronger. When we listen to and learn from each other, there is no limit to what we can achieve together. Each of us is unique, and we appreciate bringing together different personalities and talents.

Avery Dennison is an equal-opportunity employer.

To find out more about all our employee resources groups globally as well as our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach, please go to https://www.averydennison.com/en/home/about-us/diversity-and-inclusion.html.

At Avery Dennison, we do what we love, and we love what we do - Just click here, and get to know us better: Life @ Avery Dennison (linkedin.com/company/avery-dennison/life/emea).