Global Manufacturing 4.0 Director

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.

AVERY DENNISON IS PROUD TO BE CERTIFIED GREAT PLACE TO WORK IN AUSTRALIA, CHINA, INDIA, INDONESIA, JAPAN, SINGAPORE, THAILAND AND VIETNAM, AND RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF THE BEST COMPANIES TO WORK FOR IN ASIA IN GREATER CHINA AND VIETNAM.

AVERY DENNISON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

We are seeking a visionary and results-driven leader to drive the digital transformation of our Global Operations & Supply Chain organization. This role is critical to shaping a standardized, digitized, and data-driven ecosystem across our global footprint.

This role will be responsible for leading a high-performing team of 50+ subject matter experts across digital manufacturing, manufacturing supply chain systems, industrial automation, lean excellence, data enablement, and emerging technologies.

Additionally, this role will manage US$20MM+ annual capex budget for manufacturing process improvement and innovation. 

 

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE

• Define and execute the multi-year digital transformation roadmap aligned with the framework established.

• Oversee global deployment of key digital capabilities across manufacturing, supply chain, and supporting functions.

• Drive cross-functional alignment and governance to ensure standardized processes, digital tools, and performance metrics. Partner with regional Operations & Business leaders to transform regional and site processes.

• Champion the adoption of advanced technologies such as MES, APS, IoT, RPA, AI/ML, and automation systems. 

• Drive strategic manufacturing process innovation programs to unlock new capabilities.  Guide innovation in both current and future state manufacturing platforms.

• Lead culture change by embedding Enterprise Lean Sigma (ELS) and continuous improvement across all levels.

• Lead and develop a global team of digital transformation experts, fostering a high-performance and collaborative culture.

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in global manufacturing and supply chain roles, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership position driving digital transformation.  

• Demonstrated success in leading complex, multi-site digital transformation initiatives across a global, matrixed organization.

• Deep expertise in manufacturing and supply chain technologies, including MES, IoT, APS, ERP, and advanced planning systems, combined with strong knowledge of lean methodologies.

• Strategic thinker with a strong ability to translate long-term vision into executable plans that drive measurable outcomes.

• Proven leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to navigate and align diverse stakeholders across cultures and functions.

• Strong technical foundation—background in engineering, computer science, or supply chain preferred; advanced degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) is highly desirable.

• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels.

• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining focus on high-impact initiatives.

• Willingness and flexibility to travel as required to support global business needs.

• Experience in customized business is preferred.

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, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status.