Director, Diversity & Inclusion

Job Description

We know that a mix of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences delivers the best ideas. Diversity and inclusion, as connected catalysts, drive innovation, transforming and enhancing our culture and our business. Not only does it enrich outcomes for our business, it’s just the right thing to do. We believe in inclusivity and a workforce that mirrors that of our customer base and the communities in which we operate.

To be successful in your role, you will do the following:

• Partner with leadership to align on enterprise priorities, reflecting the collective view of our workforce

• Collaborate with our businesses, functions and regions to develop a cohesive D&I strategy while supporting regional operational initiatives, with the entire HR organization being a key partner

• Deliver awareness programs (e.g. unconscious bias, courageous conversations, inclusive leadership) to foster a more inclusive culture across the enterprise

• Serve as a resource to regional D&I Councils, supporting the growth and development of Employee Resource Groups

• Develop, influence and support an internal network of D&I advocates

• Partner with our Communications team to ensure connected, cross-cultural and engaging messaging internally and externally

• Develop and maintain dashboards and scorecards to drive accountability, measure progress and prioritize initiatives which support our strategy

• Engage externally to ensure we are benchmarking best practice

• Build, maintain and publish our global annual transparency report, including but not limited to representation, internal promotions, retention and pay equity

• Ensure an enterprise-wide supplier diversity program, in partnership with global sourcing teams

• Partner with CSR to ensure our D&I initiatives are connected to our overall CSR strategy

Location of the role is flexible, but you must work from a key Avery Dennison site around the globe. You will serve as a company-wide resource to create and shape our diversity and inclusion strategy and execute key initiatives relevant to all Avery Dennison businesses, regions and functions.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a business function (HR other) within a corporate environment

• Experience leading a corporate Diversity & Inclusion (D&I) strategy, driving key D&I initiatives and/or facilitating D&I-related sessions, preferably in a global manufacturing environment

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

• Proven track record in project management, change management and execution

• Experience connecting with - and influencing - all levels of the organization: from plant level to C-suite

• Track record of building relationships with strength in facilitating dialogue, listening and representing diverse perspectives

• Proven analytical skills with ability to draw insights

• Ability to articulate a business case with proof‐points of working cohesively

• Persuasive communicator with a demonstrated ability to guide, mentor, encourage and inspire others

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

• Global perspective with an inclusive approach

• Courage to facilitate uncomfortable dialogue with the goal of listening and learning while also raising awareness across our organization

• Willingness to embrace ambiguity in a dynamic environment

• Strength in successfully navigating a global matrixed organization

• Time zone flexibility, given the global nature of this role

• Continuous demonstration of leadership in line with Avery Dennison’s values

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Additional Information

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.