Production Planning Specialist

As our Production Planning Specialist , you will oversee a variety of areas in supply chain and inventory management. You will oversee logistics processes, conduct in-depth materials analyses, and make recommendations to support the overall supply chain and manufacturing goals for local operations. This role serves as a liaison between the supply chain function and business units to ensure alignment with organizational goals. Key Responsibilities Work arrangement: On-site. Oversee logistics processes, conduct in-depth materials analyses, and make recommendations to support manufacturing goals. Participate in the process of developing and maintaining forecasts, inventory levels, and production schedules. Gather logistics data and monitor inventory trends to forecast potential challenges and opportunities. Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement supply chain strategies that accelerate product flow. Conduct cost analyses, forecast demand, negotiate prices, and ensure compliance with Avery Dennison’s supply chain and inventory standards. Minimum 3 years experience in supply chain management, inventory management, and data analysis. Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and production planning skills. Fluency in English alongside excellent written and spoken communication capabilities in Italian. Ability to negotiate with stakeholders and create and leverage professional connections. Excellent focus and a high level of adaptability in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Strong commitment to delivering high-quality work and resolving conflicts effectively. What We Offer Here's a glimpse of the great benefits you can expect: Health Benefits : You will be entitled to supplementary health insurance (as provided by the relevant National Collective Bargaining Agreement), which also includes some dental coverage. Pension Contributions : You will have the opportunity to join the sector's pension fund (Previmoda) and thus receive an additional contribution from the company. Your Professional Development : We promote your professional growth with Individual Development Plans and customized, tailor-made training programs. - Collaborative Environment and Growth: You will be part of a collaborative environment that offers international visibility and access to internal career advancement opportunities. Work-Life Balance and On-Site Services : Special agreements and discounts stipulated with local businesses, exclusively for Avery Dennison employees. Community Support: You will have the opportunity to participate in volunteer activities to support local non-profit organizations. To help us process your application quickly, please upload your CV in either PDF or Word format. We also kindly ask that you submit your resume in the same language as this job posting. 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 . Our Ancarano location, founded in 1974, is a collaborative and dynamic environment that employs approximately 330 talented individuals. Here, we produce woven and non-woven labels, adhesives, printed tags, heat transfer labels (HTL), labels with electronic chips (RFID, NFC, etc.), inked plastic films, and resin-coated and non-resin-coated films for the Luxury, Footwear, Athletic Apparel and Team Sports segments, serving world-class brands within these sectors. Key functions at this site include production, quality control, warehouse and distribution, finance, customer service, local sales, IT, HR, Planning, and Design, offering diverse career paths and opportunities for growth. 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 . 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.