Manager, Strategy

Vestcom is the industry leader in technology-driven shelf-edge solutions for Retailers and CPGs. Our data-integrated media solutions drive sales and loyalty, engaging shoppers where it matters most – the point of decision. Our patented innovation has been trusted by top retailers for more than 30 years to drive productivity and profitable growth. For our growing team of over 1000 employees, Vestcom offers the stability of an established company with the entrepreneurial spirit and fast-paced environment of a start-up.

Vestcom’s core values are at the heart of our organization, representing our fundamental beliefs and serving as our guiding light in for how we conduct business and interact with each other.

• OUR TEAMS - Our colleagues and our client define our team.
• OUR INTEGRITY - Our colleagues and clients rely upon us to deliver.
• OUR INGENUITY - Our colleagues and clients look to us for unique solutions.
• OUR PERFORMANCE - Our colleagues and clients team with us to win.

Vestcom is a standalone business unit of Avery Dennison, a Fortune 500 leader in materials science and packaging materials. Learn more at www.vestcom.com.

Opportunity

The Strategy Manager will use research, analysis, interviews, and targeted observations to determine the strategy to drive growth for Vestcom. They will design, conduct, and present analysis and insights based on sound methodology and Vestcom priorities. 

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Partner with Commercial Leadership team to lead key strategic initiatives including pilot tests
• Quantify the value generated via Vestcom’s solutions
• Evaluate M&A and partnership opportunities to accelerate execution of our strategy
• Identify, run, and translate analysis into value-based insights and presentations that can be used by or communicated to our key clients and senior leadership at Vestcom
• Conduct industry, competitor, and SWOT analyses
• Provide direct support to the VP of Strategy
• Partner and support functions across Vestcom including Exec, Sales, Operations, Finance, HR, IT

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, Engineering, or similar field
• 2-5 years of experience in consulting, investment banking, or corporate strategy, preferably in or serving clients in retail and/or marketing
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (and their Google equivalents), with the following required: Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Access and SQL are a plus
• Must be adept at accomplishing goals with little or no supervision, self-reliant when resolving issues to ensure objectives are completed and capable of determining when escalation of issues is necessary
• Must have exceptional time management, organizational and problem-solving skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Must have strong verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills
• Must be able to prepare and effectively present information to large and small groups, to employees, and to management
• Must be able to develop and maintain key relationships with internal and external stakeholders to assist in the development of strategies and project plans that meet departmental goals and ensure quality standards for service
• Ideal candidate will have experience with or understanding of digital media, retail media networks, ecommerce and/or digital platforms (preferred but not required)
• Understanding of or experience in retail, grocery, CPG industries is a plus
• Ability to embody and reflect Vestcom’s core values

The salary range for this position is $123,375 - $164,500/year.

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. 

Additional Requirements

• Travel may be required, as necessary, about 10% of the time
• Compliance with Company policies concerning maintaining a drug free workplace is required
• Compliance with all Company policies is required including all safety policies and procedures 

Supervisory Responsibilities

Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Management Disclaimer

Vestcom’s Management reserves the right to revise, change or modify the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time to meet business and organizational needs. This position description may not list all duties for this position. The incumbent in the position may be asked to perform other duties. This position description is not a contract for employment and either the incumbent or Vestcom may terminate employment at any time, for any reason. 

Equal Employment Opportunity

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. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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