Avery Dennison RBIS, a global leader in apparel and footwear industry solutions, is a $1.52 billion division of Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY). Avery Dennison RBIS provides intelligent creative and sustainable solutions that elevate brands and accelerate performance throughout the global retail supply chain. We elevate brands through graphic tickets, tags and labels, embellishments, and packaging solutions that enhance consumer appeal. We accelerate performance through RFID-enabled inventory and loss prevention solutions, price management, global compliance, and brand security solutions.
Based in Westborough, Massachusetts Avery Dennison RBIS responsibly serves the global marketplace with operations in 115 locations, 50 countries, across 6 continents. For more information, visit www.rbis.averydennison.com.
Job Description
We are looking for a highly organized and strategic Demand and Inventory Planning Manager, forecasting customer demand, optimizing inventory levels, and ensuring product availability while minimizing excess stock and costs. This role works cross-functionally with sales, operations, procurement, and supply chain teams to drive efficient planning processes and improve service levels.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts using historical data, market trends, and business inputs
- Collaborate with sales, and finance teams to incorporate seasonality and new program launches
- Monitor forecast accuracy and implement continuous improvements
Inventory Management:
- Maintain optimal inventory levels for raw materials, WIP and finished goods.
- Develop and enforce inventory control procedures to minimize obsolescence, shortages, and excess.
- Collaborate with warehouse and procurement teams to optimize space utilization and stock movement.
- Implement inventory tracking systems and suggest improvements for real-time inventory visibility.
Supply Planning & Coordination
- Align demand plans with supply capabilities and production schedules
- Coordinate with procurement and suppliers to ensure timely replenishment
- Identify and mitigate supply risks and constraints
Analytics & Reporting
- Track KPIs such as forecast accuracy, inventory turnover and stock-outs
- Generate regular reports and dashboards for Leadership team/management
- Use data analytics to identify trends and improve planning processes
Process Improvement
- Lead S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) or IBP (Integrated Business Planning) processes
- Implement best practices and tools for demand and inventory planning
- Drive automation and system improvements (ERP, APS tools, etc.)
Team Leadership
- Manage and mentor a team of planners
- Set performance goals and provide coaching and development
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field
- 5–8 years of experience in Demand and inventory management in a manufacturing setup
- Proficient in ERP systems (Oracle, or similar) and planning tools
- Strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills
- Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination abilities
