About the Role:

As a Demand Analyst, you will be a key player in our Supply Chain team, responsible for developing accurate and insightful demand forecasts that drive our business decisions. You will leverage your analytical prowess and data-driven approach to anticipate market trends, identify opportunities, and optimize inventory levels. This is a high-impact role where your insights will directly influence our production planning, inventory management, and sales strategies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demand Forecasting: Develop and maintain robust demand forecast models utilizing statistical techniques, historical data, market intelligence, and collaborative input from cross-functional teams.

• Data Analysis and Insights: Analyze complex data sets to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies. Extract actionable insights to drive continuous improvement in forecasting accuracy and inform strategic decision-making.

• Collaboration: Partner closely with Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Finance teams to understand their perspectives and incorporate relevant factors into your forecasts.

• Scenario Planning: Develop and evaluate demand scenarios to assess potential risks and opportunities, enabling proactive decision-making and risk mitigation strategies.

• Reporting and Communication: Prepare and present clear, concise, and insightful reports on demand forecasts, key trends, and potential risks to senior management.

• Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of the latest forecasting methodologies and technologies, identifying opportunities to enhance our forecasting processes and tools.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Statistics, Economics, or a related quantitative field. Advanced degree (MBA, MS) preferred.

• Experience: 3+ years of experience in demand planning or forecasting, ideally in a global or multi-regional context.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in statistical forecasting techniques and data analysis tools (e.g., R, Python, SQL). Experience with demand planning software (e.g., SAP APO, JDA) is a plus.

• Analytical Mindset: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable recommendations.

• Communication and Collaboration: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across different functions.

• Business Acumen: Understanding of key business drivers and their impact on demand, as well as the ability to translate data insights into strategic business decisions.

Additional information

AVERY DENNISON IS EVERYWHERE YOU LOOK:

We not only embrace change… we drive it.  We work hard, push hard, 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 for employees and 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. We offer:

• Workplace Flexibility,

• Structured learning and development

• Mentoring program

• Competitive total rewards

• Commitment to Sustainability 

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

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer.
Please let us know if we can support you with reasonable accommodations throughout the application process by contacting our team via Requestaccomodation@eu.averydennison.com.