Sr. HR Business Partner - Commercial Team - Avery Dennison

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company that provides a wide range of branding and information solutions that optimize labor and supply chain efficiency, reduce waste, advance sustainability, circularity and transparency, and better connect brands and consumers. Our products and solutions include labeling and functional materials, radio frequency identification (RFID) inlays and tags, software applications that connect the physical and digital, and a variety of products and solutions that enhance branded packaging and carry or display information that improves the customer experience. Serving an array of industries worldwide — including home and personal care, apparel, general retail, e-commerce, logistics, food and grocery, pharmaceuticals and automotive — we employ approximately 34,000 employees in more than 50 countries. Our reported sales in 2023 were $8.4 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

Vestcom is a standalone business unit of Avery Dennison, a Fortune 500 leader in materials science and packaging materials. Learn more at www.vestcom.com.

The HR Leader – Commercial Teams for Identification Solutions and Vestcom will be responsible to oversee all elements of Human Resource for the Identification Solutions Logistics, Food and Channel teams as well as Customer Service. In addition, this role will provide support for the Retail Technology Solutions, Vestcom Media Solutions and Strategy, Innovation and Product Development Team for Vestcom. 

Preferred Locations: Dallas, TX; Cincinatti, OH; Chicago, IL

Key Areas of Responsibility
General:
● Provide HR business partnering and consultative support to senior leaders
● Act as a member of the Human Resource Leadership Team – actively participating on team to make key functional strategic decisions and deliver transformation project work to drive continuous improvement into our service and program offerings
● Work with the broader teams to establish HR standard work into HR service delivery and using analytics as a basis for decision making.
● Act as a guide on strategic workforce planning, Talent Acquisition and Management Strategy, salary budget planning and other standard processes for business partners.
● Regularly and proactively engage in direct communication with the Executive Leadership team on key human resources matters.
● Part of this responsibility includes identifying risks and recommending solutions to ensure we proactively manage both the needs of manufacturing and operations customer group, the HR function and the organization as a whole
● Projects and day to day work are moderate to complex in nature with medium to significant impact to Vestcom and IDS
● Uses data driven scorecards and metrics to drive continuous improvement in processes and organizational effectiveness.
● Outstanding judgment, sensitivity and high discretion
● Ensures compliance with internal policies, procedures and internal controls in accordance with the Sarbanes- Oxley Act 2002 Section 404.

Employee Engagement:
● Disciplined follow through on engagement survey results and action plans
● Ensure proactive positive Employee Relations are in place at all locations within scope of responsibility – implementing programs and monitoring mechanisms to ensure high levels of employee engagement, reduced levels of attrition and improve overall employee satisfaction
● Promote a coherent organizational culture that positions IDS/Vestcom as an employer of choice
● Partner with Total Rewards Manager to develop a Total Rewards/Pay philosophy, regularly review compensation and benefits market data, monitor pay practices and proactively address issues, benefits enrollment process, manage leave administration etc.

Talent Acquisition and Management:
● Act as a steward for Talent Management within own team and customer group – teaching, role modeling and driving talent work that will enable enhanced organizational effectiveness
● Drive talent management strategies to ensure effective staffing alignment with the needs of the business.
● Develop a recruiting strategy using digital systems and tools to attract talent.
● Identify critical talent needs, develop core competencies and corresponding development opportunities, and engage leadership in succession planning at all levels including production.
● Lead the effective and efficient administration of the performance management process, making sure that the organization’s managers are equipped to engage in constructive and ongoing feedback and coaching, collaborate effectively when co-managing staff, and encourage staff to actively participate in identifying and addressing performance gaps.
● Part of this responsibility includes identifying risks and recommending solutions to ensure we proactively manage both the needs of manufacturing and operations customer group, the HR function and the organization as a whole
● Projects and day to day work are moderate to complex in nature with medium to significant impact to Vestcom

Legal/Compliance
● Mitigate legal risk to the organization through proactive training and education, clear systems and processes for managing conflicts with and between employees, handling and investigating complaints
of harassment/discrimination and other unjust practice allegations.
● Maintain current knowledge and application of all relevant laws and regulations at the local, state and national level relating to employment and ensure organizational compliance. This includes educating and advising managers and senior leaders on HR-related legal and regulatory matters and ensuring
HR programs, practices and policies are aligned. Ensure that employee files and records are properly and securely maintained.

• Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent years of experience in Human Resources or related field
• 8-10 years of HR generalist experience partnering directly with leadership to develop, align and implement HR and organizational development strategies
• Experience supervising and developing staff
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills, including proficiency in developing and delivering presentations to large audiences and the executive leadership team.
• Speed of executing strategic priorities while not sacrificing attention to details
• Budget development and management skills
• Development and deployment of training programs aligned with critical organizational needs
• Ability to provide thoughtful, progressive and strategic guidance
• Strong business acumen and leadership abilities
• Working knowledge of employment laws and other compliance issues
• Expertise in analysis, critical decision making, project management, and process improvement 
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate and solve practical problems
• Ability to identify, influence, and collaborate with key stakeholders to achieved desired organizational outcomes
• Outstanding judgement, sensitivity and high discretion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR system applications
• Ability to embody and reflect Vestcom’s core values 
• Act as a strategic thought partner 
• Ability to successfully manage a dispersed workforce
• Proven success of building diverse, high-performing teams

Additional Requirements

• Expected travel 30-40% annually for HR and Staff Meetings 
• Compliance with Company policies concerning maintaining a drug free workplace is required
• Compliance with all Company policies is required including all safety policies and procedures

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Management Disclaimer
Vestcom’s Management reserves the right to revise, change or modify the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time to meet business and organizational needs. This position description may not list all duties for this position. The incumbent in the position may be asked to perform other duties. This position description is not a contract for employment and either the incumbent or Vestcom may terminate employment
at any time, for any reason.

The salary range for this position is $132,000 - $170,000/ year.

The hiring base salary range above represents what Avery Dennison reasonably expects to pay for this position as of the date of this posting. Actual salaries will vary within the range, and in some circumstances may be above or below the range, based on various factors including but not limited to a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, education and training, and location, as well as the job scope and complexity, responsibilities, and regular and/or necessary travel required for the position, which may change depending on the candidate pool. Avery Dennison reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

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.
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Who we are! - Our Story:

AVERY DENNISON IS EVERYWHERE YOU LOOK:

• We not only embrace change… we drive it. 
• We work hard, think ahead, and take brave risks.
• Our culture is innovative and collaborative - where bold ideas turn into action.
• We grow strong talent through stretch opportunities only restricted by your interests.
• We are committed to workplace diversity, both for employees and for the business.
• We are a force for good, imbedded in industries and communities worldwide.
• We are challenging ourselves and others to reach higher and think bigger to improve the quality of all life.

Avery Dennison is a great place to work for everyone.

At Avery Dennison we do what we love and we love what we do.

We look forward to receiving your application.