Jobs in Dorchester, United States

Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE: AVY) is a global materials science and digital identification solutions company. We are making possible 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, 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 2024 were $8.8 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.

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 info@averydennison.com.

We do not accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates.

*We are unable to offer sponsorship or relocation for this role*

*This role is subject to right-to-work checks as per local employment laws*

The Opportunity

This is a versatile and dynamic home-based role for a professional who thrives at the intersection of technical expertise and commercial growth. As our new Technical Sales Specialist for the UK South, you will be a key member of our high-performing team, reporting to the Technical Sales Manager based in Cramlington.

Your mission is twofold: to be the trusted technical advisor for our customers in the printing and converting industry, while also assuming commercial and sales responsibilities for a portion of your client portfolio. You will be the face of Avery Dennison, building strong partnerships, solving complex technical challenges, and proactively driving business growth across your territory. This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated individual to make a tangible impact in a multi-faceted and rewarding role.

What You Will Do - Your Key Responsibilities

• Technical Consultancy & Problem Solving: Serve as the primary technical point of contact for customers. Analyse, troubleshoot, and rapidly resolve client issues related to product performance, printing processes, adhesives, conversion, and label application.
• Commercial Growth & Sales Management: Take ownership of the commercial and sales responsibilities for designated customer accounts. Proactively identify new business opportunities, develop strategic account plans, and drive revenue growth to meet and exceed targets.
• Customer Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key stakeholders, from technical operators to senior management, establishing yourself as a credible and indispensable partner.
• Product Expertise & Training: Become an expert on the Avery Dennison product portfolio. Champion our new products, applications, and technical developments by conducting compelling demonstrations and training sessions at customer sites.
• Market Intelligence: Act as a vital link between the customer and our internal teams. Gather and feedback market insights, customer needs, and competitive intelligence to influence future product development and sales strategy.

What we expect from you! - Your Expertise:

• University Degree or equivalent
• 3+ years in a technical support, research and development or technical sales position within a manufacturing organisation is important
• Experience in printing, converting, and/or packaging/labeling technology market, as well as knowledge of label/ packaging industry, printing technologies and/or labeling solutions is beneficial
• Creativity and innovation, entrepreneurial spirit for growing a sustainable business to set your career at Avery Dennison
• Valid driving license

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

What we can offer:

• Competitive Compensation: A competitive salary, bonus opportunity, and a company car.
• Excellent Benefits: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, Private Medical Insurance, a health benefit cash plan, and life assurance (4x basic salary).
• Financial Wellbeing: A generous pension scheme with up to 10% employer contributions.
• Support & Development: A structured learning and development programme, a mentoring scheme, and an Employee Assistance Programme including life & legal advice.
• Inclusive Culture: A welcoming, international team environment with a great spirit. We celebrate our values through events like International Women’s Day, Earth Day, and our active Employee Resource Groups (EmpoWer, Mental Health, Unite).

Being open to every voice, every day, brings our value of diversity to life and makes Avery Dennison a vibrant and engaging place to be. We understand diversity and equal opportunities as enrichment for our future-oriented work. Across our diverse, global team, every voice makes us stronger. When we listen to and learn from each other, there is no limit to what we can achieve together. Each of us is unique, and we appreciate bringing together different personalities and talents.

Avery Dennison is an equal-opportunity employer. In the EMEA region, we have these Employee Resource Groups:

• EmpoWer - focusing on the engagement, mentoring, and promotion of women
• Mental Health - striving to provide a safe space for employees to discuss mental health issues in the workplace
• Unite - supporting the LGBTQI+ and ally community in the EMEA region