RFID Program Deployment Manager

Avery Dennison Corporation; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 55,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Cash Health Plan

Pension

Free annual flu vaccinations

25 vacation days + holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Avery Dennison is seeking an RFID Program Deployment Manager to bridge technology and retail execution. You will re-engineer store operations so every item is in the right place at the right time, coordinating the RFID rollout across global stores.

In this role, you will model in-store processes, select RFID inlays, define tagging logic, develop labor optimization, and create a deployment playbook while tracking KPI data such as sales lift and inventory accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business or related.
• Strong background in retail operations.
• Excellent facilitation, customer service, relationship building, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Comfort presenting to all levels in an organization.
• Good business acumen and ability to influence without authority.
• Willingness for global hours and some overnight work.
• 50-70% travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead RFID in-store execution modeling and engineering.
• Select and validate RFID inlays and tags based on product material and range.
• Define tagging locations to maximize read accuracy and minimize labor friction.
• Develop labor optimization models and train store staff to use RFID tools.
• Create deployment playbook for PoC to full-scale rollout.
• Track project data and KPI reporting related to sales lift and margin lift.
• Monitor OOS and inventory distortion to inform replenishment cycles.

Skills

Retail operations

Stakeholder communication

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Global/overnight availability

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related

Job description

• Compensation: GBP 54,600 - GBP 87,360 - yearly

Job Description

As our RFID Program Deployment Manager, you will be the strategic glue between technology and
retail execution. You aren't just managing a "tech rollout"; you are re-engineering how our stores operate
to ensure every item is in the right place at the right time.

Key Responsibilities

In-Store Execution Modeling & Engineering

• You will serve as the subject matter expert on how RFID physically lives within our ecosystem.
• Hardware Selection: Identify and validate the optimal inlays and tags based on product material (e.g., metal, liquid, or fabric) and read-range requirements.
• Tagging Logic: Define where to tag items (source vs. store) to maximize read accuracy while minimizing labor friction.
• Operations & Training: Develop labor optimization models and lead store operations training to ensure floor staff can use RFID tools seamlessly.
• Deployment Strategy: Create the "Playbook" for transitioning from Proof of Concept (POC) to full-scale enterprise rollout.

Performance Analytics & KPI Support

• You will assist in demonstrating the program's value by tracking and organizing key project data.
• Data Baselines: Help collect and document baseline data points prior to deployment to assist in measuring incremental growth.
• Growth Metrics: Understand and support reports on Sales Lift and Margin Lift related to RFID inventory accuracy.
• Operational Health: Monitor Out-of-Stock (OOS) rates and inventory distortion to help inform supply chain replenishment cycles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business or related.
• Strong background in retail operations.
• Good facilitation, customer service, relationship building, and communication skills
• Detail-oriented; strong analytical skills & organizational skills.
• Comfort and confidence in interacting with and presenting to all levels in an organization
• Good business acumen.
• Ability to influence effectively without authority.
• A propensity for identifying issues proactively, making decisions with incomplete information, and acting expediently
• Willingness to work on a global clock and platform - some overnight work required
• 50-70% Travel

Additional Information

What We Offer

Here's a glimpse of the great benefits you can expect:

• Health & Financial Security: Enjoy Private Medical Insurance and Life Assurance, a Cash Health Plan, a Pension, and free annual flu vaccinations
• Time Off & Flexibility: Benefit from 25 vacation days, plus statutory bank holidays, Parental leave, family-friendly policies, and Flexible working arrangements
• Well-being & Development: Access to our Employee Assistance Program, our Wellbeing Policy, and Individual Development Discussions for your career growth.
• On-site Perks: Take advantage of a Cycle to Work scheme, and a comfortable on-site break area.
• Community Engagement: Opportunities to participate in volunteer activities to support Non-Profit Organizations.

Why join Avery Dennison

We are a global materials science and digital identification solutions company with locations in over 50 countries, and approximately 35,000 employees worldwide. As a science and innovation company, we believe that diverse teams are stronger teams. We are committed to fostering a culture of curiosity and courage, where you can grow your career with a company that has innovation in its DNA. Founded on creating real-world impact to enable a better future, we strive to provide an open, collaborative culture where diversity of thought is encouraged and respected. Hear from our employees about what it's like working at Avery Dennison. Learn more at www.averydennison.com .

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. 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 any other protected status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to a disability, please contact us to request an accommodation at [e-mail]. In the EMEA region, we foster an inclusive culture through active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) like Elevate, Unite, and our Mental Health group. Please visit our DE&I page to learn more about our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion approach.

Pay Transparency Statement

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.