Job Description
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 and mitigate loss, 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 2025 were $8.9 billion. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.
At Avery Dennison, some of the great benefits we provide are:
- Health & wellness benefits starting on day 1 of employment
- Paid parental leave
- 401K eligibility
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program eligibility / Health Advocate
- Paid vacation and paid holidays
Job Description
Avery Dennison is seeking a remote-based Sales Development Representative to join the sales organization in the Graphics Solutions division. This role will report directly to the Sales Development Manager and will be responsible for lead generation and inside sales specifically for our Architecture segment product lines. This is a high-impact, inside sales role with an emphasis on the Flat Glass window film industry in the U.S. and Canada. The position will serve as a key technical consultant for specifiers, architects, and contractors, translating complex project requirements into Avery Dennison solutions. The successful candidate will work closely with the regional territory managers and marketing teams to develop brand awareness and inside sales support for the Graphics Solutions division. We are seeking a hunter salesperson with a consultative mindset, and strong inside sales capabilities.
Key responsibilities:
Engage with industry end-users, professionals (such as architects and general contractors) and aftermarket stakeholders through both outbound and inbound efforts. Identify their unmet needs and critical technical considerations and provide the most suitable Avery Dennison solutions.
Drive the full technical sales cycle from initial contact, application specification or recommendation, through installer hand-off and support all the way through closing the deal or project.
Serve as the primary point of contact for the entire sales cycle of specialized flat glass projects, providing a seamless hand-off to technical installation partners or collaborating with Regional Sales Managers when on-site presence is required.
Identify and evaluate new opportunities, building off of existing technologies, to new or existing customers.
Lead Generation by proactively identifying new leads through various screening techniques to uncover new business opportunities and identify key decision makers within the customer’s organization.
Introduce solutions from the Avery Dennison product lines through sample and technical support/tools. Promote and sell new product innovations.
Follow up with prospects and existing customers to encourage repeat business and maximizing the business potential.
Conduct phone conversations (primarily) and capture all sales activities through Google Suite and Salesforce platforms.
Follow a detailed approach to call planning, call execution and call follow-up. Build and maintain relationships with potential and existing customers.
Know and understand the industry dynamics and value-chain. Understand the markets including current and future material needs, growth strategies and competitive landscape.
Share the voice of the channel partners, architects and end-users insights with the internal organization. Remain current on territory and market trends.
Continually assess targeted territory analytics for opportunities and lead conversion.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
8+ years experience in Architecture/Flat Glass required. Automotive Window Films experience is beneficial.
8+ years business development, customer service, sales, marketing, or other directly related experience.
Solid understanding of glazing systems, NFRC standards, and building energy codes is preferred.
Skills & abilities:
Proficient in assessing customer needs to convert into business opportunities
Data-mining capability
Ability to sell, support and cultivate positive relationships over the phone
Skilled in conducting territory analysis and planning. Ability to cross collaborate effectively with assigned regional managers (outside sales), sales leaders and technical team
Outstanding written and communication skills. Ability to effectively communicate virtually through video conferencing and phone conversations
High level of organizational skills and time management.
Strong ability to work independently.
Basic negotiation, financial, and business acuity skills needed.
Proficiency with applicable computer systems, Salesforce.com, and Google Suite.
Experience with specification & project platforms such as Dodge Construction Network, Dodge Pipeline, Arcat, BSD SpecLink, or MasterSpec.
Results-oriented and great at multitasking. Agility to support new business initiatives and product launches.
Strong analytical and research skills.
Bi-lingual in English and Spanish beneficial
<10% travel (1-2x per year) to support industry trade shows
Additional Information
The salary range for this position will be $58-77k / year before commission. The hiring base salary range 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.
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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