Commercial Director Latin America

Company DescriptionAvery Dennison Corporation (NYSE : AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are Making PossibleTM 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 were $8.8 billion. Learn more at DescriptionYou will be the core driver of strategic, profitable, and long-term growth for the Solutions Group (SG) in Latin America, focusing on Apparel, Footwear, Food, and Logistics. This role demands full commercial ownership and leadership.Lead the Vision : Execute the SG commercial strategy and champion performance across the region.Drive C-Level Partnerships : Personally engage with C-Suite customers to develop strategic partnerships and ensure top-line expansion.Ensure End-to-End Delivery : Integrate cross-functionally and cross-regionally to meet client commitments.YOUR CORE RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE1. Strategic Commercial LeadershipDevelop and execute the comprehensive commercial strategy for Latin America, in alignment with global and regional goals.Maintain a deep understanding of market trends, customer needs, and competitive forces.Prepare and communicate aggressive annual and multi-year revenue plans to deliver sustained growth objectives.2. Team Management and DevelopmentBuild, lead, and mentor a high-performing commercial team focused on revenue growth.Set clear sales targets, execute sales plans, and provide consistent coaching.Proactively monitor team performance and support career development goals.3. Commercial Excellence and InnovationLead the full adoption of Commercial Excellence principles (segmentation, go-to-market strategy, sales enablement). Establish critical tracking metrics (profitability, pipeline vitality) and ensure target attainment.Partner with Operations and Supply Chain to ensure optimal quality and cost delivery.Act as a Change Champion to unlock the full Avery Dennison value proposition, innovating the portfolio and driving digital transformation for an enhanced customer experience. QualificationsWHAT WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR IN YOUBachelor's degree, MBA or equivalent preferred10+ years of successful commercial & business management or related experience in retail / general merchandising, preferably from a global MNCs with a strong emphasis on sales and business development, apparel industry experience is preferred.Proven track record of building relationships at the executive levelExperience managing in a complex business ecosystemProgressive people leadership, including a cross-functional team management, prefer experience in Japan and understand the Japan retail / food / logistics marketDemonstrated successful in a commercial position that involved negotiating complex transactions with upper-level management, or similar experienceStrategic mindset and ability to lay down the specific country related to go to market strategyVery fluent in English (speaking and writing)Ability to travel both domestically and internationally when neededAdditional InformationAVERY DENNISON IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER. 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. #J- #J-18808-Ljbffr