Director, Strategy and M&A, MG-Global

Avery Dennison; Zuid-Holland; Hybrid; EUR 118,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Financial Benefits

Time Off & Flexibility

Commuting & On-site Perks

Professional Development Budget

Job summary

Avery Dennison in the Netherlands is seeking a Director of Strategy and M&A to shape long-term plans for Materials Group businesses, assess growth opportunities, and lead key projects, including acquisitions. Based in Oegstgeest (Amsterdam/The Hague area) with hybrid flexibility up to 3 days per week, you will work with business leaders and the M&A team to align financial projections with strategy.

The role offers exposure to top management, development opportunities, and a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or PhD in science, engineering, business administration, or economics.
• 5+ years of professional experience in Management Consulting and/or Corporate Development with M&A experience.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, primarily within Europe.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain a strong network within the organization and ecosystem while acting as a key thought partner to General Managers and functional leaders on strategic questions and improvement opportunities.
• Lead the annual strategic planning process for 1-2 businesses or functions by shaping the storyline, structuring workstreams, challenging functional leaders, and ensuring financial projections tie back to strategy.
• Develop and execute focused strategies to grow the business into adjacencies by assessing industry structure, trends, and customer needs in adjacent spaces.
• Act as project lead for critical strategic or business initiatives, managing cross-functional teams and deep-diving into business operations.
• Work closely across the organization and corporate M&A team to identify acquisition opportunities, participate in the M&A process, present findings to the M&A committee, and support broader cross-regional/divisional strategic assessments.

Skills

Collaborative mindset

Excellent communication

Cross-functional influence

Analytical skills

Project management

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in science, engineering, business administration, or economics

Tools

AI capabilities

Job description

The Director Strategy and M&A works with the business leaders of selected Materials Group businesses to develop their long-term strategic plans, assesses growth opportunities and business challenges, and takes the lead for important projects (including M&A). This role is based in Oegstgeest (Amsterdam/The Hague area; home office possible up to 3 days per week) and reports to the Vice President Strategy and M&A, MG-Global.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a high potential with consulting and/or corporate development experience (5+ years) to shape the strategy of our business while optimizing its performance. We offer a stimulating, value-driven and collaborative work environment with exposure to top management, and the opportunity to grow and develop into other leadership roles in the organization.

This is a hybrid position based in Oegstgeest, Netherlands, with home office flexibility up to 3 days per week.

• Build and maintain a strong network within the organization and ecosystem while acting as a key thought partner to General Managers (e.g., Tapes, Graphics) and functional leaders on strategic questions and improvement opportunities.
• Lead the annual strategic planning process for 1-2 businesses or functions by shaping the storyline, structuring workstreams, challenging functional leaders, and ensuring financial projections tie back to strategy.
• Develop and execute focused strategies to grow the business into adjacencies by assessing industry structure, trends, and customer needs in adjacent spaces.
• Act as project lead for critical strategic or business initiatives, managing cross-functional teams and deep-diving into business operations.
• Work closely across the organization and corporate M&A team to identify acquisition opportunities, participate in the M&A process, present findings to the M&A committee (CEO, CFO, key business leaders), and support broader cross-regional/divisional strategic assessments.

Required:

• Master’s degree or PhD in science, engineering, business administration, or economics.
• 5+ years of professional experience in Management Consulting (preferred) and/or Corporate Development, with M&A experience and digital capabilities (in particular AI) considered a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time, primarily within Europe.

Skills you need to succeed:

• Strong collaborative mindset, excellent oral and written communication, and ability to influence and work effectively at all levels across a global matrixed organization.
• Outstanding analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills with a solid understanding of financial reporting (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) and strong business judgment.

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

• Health & Financial Benefits: *We offer a gross benefit for the supplemental package of mandatory health insurance. *Access to Lyra, our confidential Employee Assistance Program, for personal and professional support. *We provide a free health check every 4 years, and free fruit on-site. *Mandatory participation to the Avery Dennison Pension Fund, employer pays ⅔ of the premium. *Holiday allowance and a year-end allowance.

• Time Off & Flexibility: *Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, increasing to 26 days after 4 years (pro-rated). *Extra Days: 13 additional days per year (+4% ATV allowance, pro-rated) and a bridge day off. Benefit from birth/parental leave in accordance with Dutch labor law, with fully paid partner leave. We also offer flexible working hours and hybrid work options for most positions.

• Commuting & On-site Perks: Take advantage of free and enclosed parking in a well-located building, or opt for a commuting allowance/100% reimbursement for public transport.

• Professional Development: Invest in your growth with a €500 annual individual training budget, access to lots of internal training/mentoring programs and a budget for hardware when working from home.

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.

At Avery Dennison, we work with the biggest brands in the FMCG, apparel, automotive, and pharma industries. Our European Headquarters in the Netherlands, founded in 1955 and since 2014 located in the Leiden Bioscience Park, is a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports all Avery Dennison businesses and employs approximately 500 talented individuals.The location serves as the central hub for European Leadership and other functions that support the wider European manufacturing and distribution network. The location features a state-of-the-art Research and Development Center.

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.

Salary Range

Salary Range: €118,020 - €188,832