Company Description

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, radio-frequency identification (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 [email protected]. 

Job Description

Are you passionate about building relationships and delivering solutions that make a real impact for customers and organizations alike? Curious to learn what it takes to be a successful sales professional? Join the Sales stream of our 2-year rotational European Graduate Program within our Materials Group Business Unit!

As an Associate in this program, you will rotate through different assignments within the Sales Function, developing the commercial skills and expertise needed to excel. With hands-on responsibilities in our Customer Service, Sales and Technical Sales Teams, you'll gain real-world experience delivering world-class products, solutions and services to markets, customers and other stakeholders. This is your opportunity to develop your potential and make your mark while building a strong foundation for your sales career.

Your tasks may include activities such as:

Support our Customer Service and Sales Teams in all aspects of Customer Management (pricing, relationship management, time management, strategic business planning)Development of new sales opportunities within own customer base by providing expertise and guidance to the customer around optimal products and applicationsSupport our Sales Excellence Team and lead key Sales initiatives in order to achieve strategic business targets linking to e.g. Customer Centricity, Sustainability etc.

While you are on this exciting journey, you will receive plenty of support along the way. Our Mentoring and Training Program, combined with on-the-job learning, will enable you to build your skills and transition from college to the corporate workplace, leveraging strengths and defining your career path.

Wondering what your career path will look like after completion of the program?

We are committed to your career long-term. Having successfully completed your rotations, you will have the opportunity to build your career your way. Grow vertically, change roles, try new things - we will support you in this process of finding the right permanent role, balancing your talents with our organizational needs.

More details about the program as well as the application process can be found here.

Qualifications

We are looking for creative and collaborative problem-solvers who thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Individuals who are eager to make a meaningful impact and contribute their unique strengths and ideas to our team. What we also expect you to have:

University Degree (Bachelor / Master) in a relevant Business / Science / Engineering fieldSome relevant practical experience (e.g. internships, project work), ideally in an international manufacturing settingProficiency in EnglishA strong interest to learn about the science behind our innovative products, applications, and technologiesFlexibility to relocate for different projects and assignments across Europe during the program

Applying for European Graduate Program means going all out for an exciting, dynamic and multi-faceted opportunity that offers new challenges each day. Ready to take on the challenge? If so, apply online now for the next program start date on 1st of October 2025!

Important:

Only applications in English can be consideredFor the European Graduate Program - Sales, an unlimited EU Work Permit is required

Additional Information

Avery Dennison is a great place to work for everyone - just click here to get to know us better: Life at Avery Dennison

We offer:

Competitive Total RewardsRelocation SupportA structured Training and Mentoring program to support your developmentTeam-oriented and highly international environment, in which you get responsibility and the possibility to test your talentsA strong commitment to workplace diversity and sustainability - please click on the following links to learn more! Diversity, Equity & Inclusion / Sustainability

We understand diversity and equal opportunities as enrichment for our future-oriented work at Avery Dennison. With us, teams are balanced and diverse. Because each of us is unique, and we appreciate bringing together different personalities and talents.  

Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. You are interested in knowing more about our Diversity & Inclusion approach? Click here to learn more!

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Note: We do not accept unsolicited referrals or resumes from any source other than directly from candidates using their personal email addresses.