Project Manager

Responsible for all aspects of the development and implementation of assigned projects for Avery Dennison’s Solutions across the Logistics industry segment. Works with management teams to translate strategic objectives into executable projects, and to develop plans for achieving stated objectives. Provides executives with project risk assessments and summary-level project status reports.Strategize with the project team to forecast problems, assess potential risks and solutions, and plan alternatives. Develops detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, forecasts, and status reports.Conducts project meetings and is responsible for project tracking and analysis.Leads the rapid and flawless execution of high-profile cross-functional projects.Help infuse process discipline, systems thinking, and critical tools deep into the organization, enhancing the company’s capacity for effective & efficient project management.Serve as an “air traffic control” capacity. Project Managers will provide overarching facilitation for all aspects of the business’s highest-priority projects.Create detailed project plans that explicitly align the efforts of multiple functional specialties (e.g. Sales, Marketing, R&D, Supply Chain, Finance, and IT)Leverage methods & tools to accelerate project timelines, encourage cross-functional collaboration, and build quality into projects from the outset.Identify and resolve issues proactively and creatively balance schedule, scope, and cost constraints.Manage interpersonal dynamics within global project teams (e.g., building consensus among sub-project owners, negotiating any changes to the project plan, and holding team members accountable for the delivery of commitments made).Ensure teams meet or exceed anticipated project benefits on time and with the desired level of quality.Transfer capability by: serving as role models on the projects they lead, delivering focused training as necessary.Work effectively with internal and external clients, third-party vendors, Avery Dennison global offices, and senior management in accomplishing project objectives.