GPD Supervisor

Company Description

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

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer.

Please let us know if we can support you with reasonable accommodation throughout the application process by contacting our team via [email protected].

Your responsibilities will include:

• Take ownership of new item development, ensuring completeness, consistency, and compliance with customer specifications.
• Provide guidance and technical support to GPD team members, sharing expertise and assisting them in resolving complex issues.
• Collaborate with Sales, CS, and Operations teams to support both existing and new business opportunities.
• Ensure quality and accuracy of information shared with Production, Sales, CS, and outsource partners.
• Act as a point of contact for cross-functional collaboration to resolve daily issues and elevate critical matters when necessary.
• Support planning and execution of projects, focusing on reducing errors, improving speed, and driving continuous improvement.
• Assist in product re-engineering and material development in coordination with local purchasing to stay ahead of competition.
• Ensure timely quotations and delivery of accurate development information to CPD/GSPD/Sales.
• Promote best practices, continuous improvement, and innovation within the GPD function.
• Maintain 5S standards, proper sample storage, and housekeeping in work areas.
• Support training initiatives by sharing knowledge with CS, Sales, and Operations teams when required.
• Carry out additional responsibilities or tasks assigned to support business priorities.

• Strong product development and sampling expertise with attention to detail.
• Business-oriented mindset with the ability to identify opportunities.
• Good communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Thorough understanding of commercial processes, product development, and production workflows.
• Ability to work independently while guiding and supporting team members.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

What we expect from you! - Your Expertise:

• Degree in Industrial Designer, Industrial Engineer or related field
• 3 years of experience in product development areas, in manufacturing companies, management of International customers, in terms of product development, pricing, technical support. Apparel, Packaging or Graphic industry desired.
• English intermediate level
• Knowledge of Industry, products and applications preferred.
• Good written, verbal and telephone communication skills.
• Good customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail & organizational skills.
• Strong technical aptitude.

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.