Director - Sensors, Apparel Solutions

About Avery Dennison

Avery Dennison is a global leader in materials science and digital identification solutions, operating in over 50 countries with around 35,000 employees worldwide. We foster an innovative culture rooted in curiosity and courage, valuing diversity of thought to build stronger teams and create significant real-world impact, enabling a better future.

Benefits

• Inclusive Care Network providing extensive access to medical and behavioral health professionals.
• Retirement Savings with an automatic 3% contribution plus a 50% match on the first 7% of employee contributions.
• Fully paid parental leave for biological, adoptive, and foster parents during approved absence.
• Paid Time Off starting at 10 vacation days in the first year, increasing with tenure.

Role Overview

We are seeking a visionary Director to lead the strategic development and execution of our sensor portfolio for the apparel division. This critical leadership position is responsible for defining the long-term vision, technology roadmap, and commercial strategy for innovative sensor solutions, such as RFID apparel sensors. The Director will oversee two key managers focusing on design and commercialization to deliver a unified, market-leading sensor product line that drives business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate a multi-year sensor strategy and technology roadmap aligned with global business goals and industry trends.
• Manage and mentor the Technical Design Product Manager and Product Line Manager, ensuring effective collaboration between design and commercialization phases.
• Guide sensor design strategy and technical requirements, translating customer insights into clear product specifications while evaluating emerging technologies.
• Act as the primary expert and liaison between the Apparel and Intelligent Labels divisions to coordinate innovation priorities and leverage shared technology platforms.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Sales to craft go-to-market strategies, pricing models, and value propositions, as well as foster strategic partnerships with customers, technology partners, and industry organizations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related technical field; advanced degrees such as an MBA are highly preferred.
• At least 8 years of focused experience with RFID technology, especially in the apparel or retail supply chain sectors.
• Proven expertise in crafting and communicating multi-year technology roadmaps and business strategies with strong executive communication skills.
• Experience managing and mentoring cross-functional teams and overseeing full product portfolios from innovation through lifecycle management.
• Demonstrated ability to partner across divisions to align innovation priorities and use shared technology platforms effectively.
• Strong commercial insight with a track record of developing go-to-market strategies and building strategic relationships with key stakeholders.

Work Location

This is an onsite role based in Dallas, TX with hybrid work considerations.

Additional Information

Equal Opportunity Employer: Avery Dennison is committed to equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected categories.

Reasonable Accommodations: Accommodations are available for applicants needing assistance. Contact via phone or email to arrange support.

Identity Verification: To ensure hiring integrity and prevent fraud, candidates must participate in video or in-person interviews and may be asked for a photo during the process. Photos are deleted after hiring concludes.

Pre-employment Screening: Final candidates must pass background checks and drug screenings post-offer as conditions of employment, in compliance with relevant laws.