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DS Smith provides innovative packaging solutions, paper products and recycling services with a commitment to sustainability and a circular economy.

Our core purpose is to Redefine Packaging for a Changing World, and our expert teams work closely with like-minded partners to incorporate renewable resources for products that minimize our environmental impact, reduce complexity and increase profitability through supply chain optimization.

Manufacturing & Electronics

DS Smith

Redefining Packaging for a Changing World

You should have a degree, experience in product management within manufacturing and food packaging, cross-functional team management, knowledge of stage gate and Agile processes, and strong commercial skills.

You will lead cross-functional squads through product innovation stages, manage portfolios, gather market insights, and ensure clarity on multi-regional projects while championing process improvements.

Research & Development

Product

Bremen

Hamburg

Berlin

Munich

Frankfurt

Stuttgart

Düsseldorf

Cologne

Leipzig

Nuremberg

About us<br><br><br><br><br>DS Smith is a leading provider of sustainable fibre-based packaging worldwide, which is supported by recycling and papermaking operations. We play a central role in the value chain across sectors including e-commerce, fast moving consumer goods and industrials. Through our purpose of ‘Redefining Packaging for a Changing World’ and our Now and Next sustainability strategy, we are committed to leading the transition to the circular economy, while delivering more circular solutions for our customers and wider society – replacing problem plastics, taking carbon out of supply chains and providing innovative recycling solutions.<br><br>About the role<br><br><br><br><br>DS Smith is seeking to transform how we deliver Innovation to our customers and in doing so, we are introducing new ways of working to the organisation, focusing on how we develop and scale innovative products and services to our customers. It’s a very exciting time to join, as we have committed to investing in our future across our strategic growth enablers within Innovation (R&D), Sustainability and Digital & Data.<br><br><br><br><br>We are looking for an experienced Innovation Product Manager. Be a game changer as we invent, reimagine and redefine packaging!<br><br><br><br><br>This is a key role to play within our ambitious Innovation Transformation Agenda, driving growth through offering a portfolio of product innovations, including primary direct food contact packaging, which meet the needs of the market and trends, and our customers strategic challenges across Circularity, Cost efficiency, Sales Growth and Managing Risk.<br><br><br><br><br>Your remit will include but not limited to:<br><br><br><br><br> * Facilitating cross-functional squads to bring innovations through the Innovation Stage Gate process from Prototype, through Product Development, and into Market Deployment<br> * Proactively sourcing and understanding insights to react to the needs of the Market, Customer, and Consumer, particularly within the primary direct food contact opportunity spaces<br> * Managing and owning assigned Product Portfolios within specific market segments and channels<br> * Working collaboratively across functions and regions, working hand-in-hand with commercialisation squads<br> * Acting as a guardian and single point of contact for assigned products and bringing clarity across the organisation on complex multi-regional projects<br> * Being a champion of the process in terms adoption, implementation, and improvement, ensuring the squad are working in a consistent way and within the defined cadence.<br><br><br><br><br>About You<br><br><br><br><br> * Degree Qualified, with professional experience in a product management role in a manufacturing environment operating across different countries<br> * Proven experience within the food industry, and food packaging development<br> * Experience managing cross functional teams to deliver ambitious projects<br> * Experience of working within a stage gate process and Agile ways of working<br> * Knowledge of commercial aspects; costing, MOVC, pricing, etc.<br> * Advanced MS Office skills<br> * Tenacious, pragmatic, task orientated, bringing clarity and alignment where there is ambiguity.<br><br><br><br><br>Location: UK or Germany – home based

About usDS Smith is a leading provider of sustainable fibre-based packaging worldwide, which is supported by recycling and papermaking operations. We play a central role in the value chain across sectors including e-commerce, fast moving consumer goods and industrials. Through our purpose of ‘Redefining Packaging for a Changing World’ and our Now and Next sustainability strategy, we are committed to leading the transition to the circular economy, while delivering more circular solutions for our customers and wider society – replacing problem plastics, taking carbon out of supply chains and providing innovative recycling solutions.About the roleDS Smith is seeking to transform how we deliver Innovation to our customers and in doing so, we are introducing new ways of working to the organisation, focusing on how we develop and scale innovative products and services to our customers. It’s a very exciting time to join, as we have committed to investing in our future across our strategic growth enablers within Innovation (R&D), Sustainability and Digital & Data.We are looking for an experienced Innovation Product Manager. Be a game changer as we invent, reimagine and redefine packaging!This is a key role to play within our ambitious Innovation Transformation Agenda, driving growth through offering a portfolio of product innovations, including primary direct food contact packaging, which meet the needs of the market and trends, and our customers strategic challenges across Circularity, Cost efficiency, Sales Growth and Managing Risk.Your remit will include but not limited to: * Facilitating cross-functional squads to bring innovations through the Innovation Stage Gate process from Prototype, through Product Development, and into Market Deployment * Proactively sourcing and understanding insights to react to the needs of the Market, Customer, and Consumer, particularly within the primary direct food contact opportunity spaces * Managing and owning assigned Product Portfolios within specific market segments and channels * Working collaboratively across functions and regions, working hand-in-hand with commercialisation squads * Acting as a guardian and single point of contact for assigned products and bringing clarity across the organisation on complex multi-regional projects * Being a champion of the process in terms adoption, implementation, and improvement, ensuring the squad are working in a consistent way and within the defined cadence.About You * Degree Qualified, with professional experience in a product management role in a manufacturing environment operating across different countries * Proven experience within the food industry, and food packaging development * Experience managing cross functional teams to deliver ambitious projects * Experience of working within a stage gate process and Agile ways of working * Knowledge of commercial aspects; costing, MOVC, pricing, etc. * Advanced MS Office skills * Tenacious, pragmatic, task orientated, bringing clarity and alignment where there is ambiguity.Location: UK or Germany – home based

Innovation Product Manager - DS Smith

United Kingdom

Germany

Innovation Product Manager

You must have a strong compliance leadership track record in a complex, multinational setting, knowledge of EU laws, excellent communication skills, and experience in compliance program development.

You will monitor regulatory changes, create compliance frameworks, liaise with authorities, manage training, ensure record maintenance, support audits, and represent the organization in industry standards.

London

<div><div>About Us<br>
<br>
<div>DS Smith</div> is a leading provider of sustainable fibre-based packaging worldwide, which is supported by recycling and papermaking operations. We play a central role in the value chain across sectors including e-commerce, fast moving consumer goods and industrials. Through our purpose of &lsquo;Redefining Packaging for a Changing World&rsquo; and our <div><i>Now and Next</i></div> sustainability strategy, we are committed to leading the transition to the circular economy, while delivering more circular solutions for our customers and wider society &ndash; replacing problem plastics, taking carbon out of supply chains and providing innovative recycling solutions.<br>
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We are looking to appoint a Compliance Officer to assist in the implementation and development of DS Smith's European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) compliance initiatives .<br>
<br>
About the Role</div><ul><li>
You will monitor regulatory developments in collaboration with Group divisions such as Governance, Government Affairs, Legal and Sustainability.</li><li>
Create and update DSS Compliance Frameworks to ensure alignment with new business and regulatory requirements and work with IT to reflect in online compliance platforms / portals.</li><li>
Serve as the primary liaison with competent authorities, ensuring timely completion of audits and compliance with all reporting obligations.</li><li>
Act as the central contact for compliance-related communications:<ul><li>
Internal: coordinate rolling employee training and disseminate compliance related updates to ensure relevant personnel are well-informed of their responsibilities under the relevant compliance framework</li><li>
External: work with relevant business divisions to communicate compliance updates to customers, suppliers and other relevant stakeholders.</li></ul></li><li>
Ensure maintenance of accurate compliance records to satisfy regulatory reporting requirements.</li><li>
Present framework updates and compliance status to senior business stakeholders, providing clear insights and recommendations.</li><li>
Support independent audits (internal or third-party) to verify adherence to regulatory frameworks, including EUDR, CSDDD, etc.</li><li>
Represent the organisation in trade associations and engage with competent authorities to align with and influence industry standards.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Implementation Phase</div><ul><li>
Act as subject matter expert in due diligence framework development and strategic implementation of the framework in collaboration with Accenture team</li><li>
Lead on building out the compliance operating framework with an annex for each business division.</li><li>
Point of escalation where business divisions need assistance on implementation of EUDR framework.</li></ul><div></div><div>
About You</div><ul><li>
Track record in delivery as a successful compliance leader within a complex, multinational business. With experience in a manufacturing or similar environment preferred.</li><li>
Extensive knowledge of relevant European Commission laws, regulations, and industry standards applicable to the organisation's operations.</li><li>
Knowledge and understanding of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and its predecessor acts a strong preference.</li><li>
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.</li><li>
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to various stakeholders.</li><li>
Proven experience in developing and implementing compliance programs and policies in a fast-moving environment.</li><li>
Adept with latest risk assessment and auditing techniques.</li><li>
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and priorities.</li><li>
High ethical standards and a commitment to integrity.</li></ul><div></div><div>
Location</div><div></div><div>
Hybrid - London Paddington office</div><div><i><br>
To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.</i></div><div></div><div><i>
Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.</i></div></div>

About Us

DS Smith is a leading provider of sustainable fibre-based packaging worldwide, which is supported by recycling and papermaking operations. We play a central role in the value chain across sectors including e-commerce, fast moving consumer goods and industrials. Through our purpose of ‘Redefining Packaging for a Changing World’ and our Now and Next sustainability strategy, we are committed to leading the transition to the circular economy, while delivering more circular solutions for our customers and wider society – replacing problem plastics, taking carbon out of supply chains and providing innovative recycling solutions.

We are looking to appoint a Compliance Officer to assist in the implementation and development of DS Smith's European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) compliance initiatives .

About the Role
You will monitor regulatory developments in collaboration with Group divisions such as Governance, Government Affairs, Legal and Sustainability.
Create and update DSS Compliance Frameworks to ensure alignment with new business and regulatory requirements and work with IT to reflect in online compliance platforms / portals.
Serve as the primary liaison with competent authorities, ensuring timely completion of audits and compliance with all reporting obligations.
Act as the central contact for compliance-related communications:
Internal: coordinate rolling employee training and disseminate compliance related updates to ensure relevant personnel are well-informed of their responsibilities under the relevant compliance framework
External: work with relevant business divisions to communicate compliance updates to customers, suppliers and other relevant stakeholders.
Ensure maintenance of accurate compliance records to satisfy regulatory reporting requirements.
Present framework updates and compliance status to senior business stakeholders, providing clear insights and recommendations.
Support independent audits (internal or third-party) to verify adherence to regulatory frameworks, including EUDR, CSDDD, etc.
Represent the organisation in trade associations and engage with competent authorities to align with and influence industry standards.
Implementation Phase
Act as subject matter expert in due diligence framework development and strategic implementation of the framework in collaboration with Accenture team
Lead on building out the compliance operating framework with an annex for each business division.
Point of escalation where business divisions need assistance on implementation of EUDR framework.
About You
Track record in delivery as a successful compliance leader within a complex, multinational business. With experience in a manufacturing or similar environment preferred.
Extensive knowledge of relevant European Commission laws, regulations, and industry standards applicable to the organisation's operations.
Knowledge and understanding of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and its predecessor acts a strong preference.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex information to various stakeholders.
Proven experience in developing and implementing compliance programs and policies in a fast-moving environment.
Adept with latest risk assessment and auditing techniques.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks and priorities.
High ethical standards and a commitment to integrity.
Location
Hybrid - London Paddington office
To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.
Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.

Compliance Officer - DS Smith

Compliance Officer

You must have customer-facing experience, strong communication skills, and a background in retail/packaging. Proficiency in Excel, CRM systems, and fluency in German and English are essential.

You will manage multi-campaign projects, liaison with stakeholders, ensure timely delivery, optimize TCO savings, support POS planning, provide client support, and assist in strategy development.

Customer Relations

Sales & Business Development

<div><div>POS/Print Account Executive</div><div></div><div>
TMS Global are a wholly owned subsidiary of DS Smith PLC, a FTSE100 listed multi-national packaging and display manufacturing business who are a leading global provider of corrugated packaging solutions. TMS Global specialise in the outsourcing of retail display, print and packaging for a variety of global customers and are active in 97 markets globally and we are made up of just over 300 people who are spread internationally across APAC, LATAM, EMEA and NA.</div><div></div><div>
About The Role</div><div></div><div>
We are expanding our client services team across Europe and as a result, we are now looking for one Account Executive/ Junior Account Manager to join our team in Germany. This is a permanent position which can be based remotely/working from home with infrequent travel needed. Our client offices are based in Verden and Munich, so there will be in-frequent travel to meet with them but some ideal locations to be based or near are Verden, Hamburg, Dusseldorf and Hannover or eventually Munich (and surrounding areas),</div><div></div><div>
As our Account Executive / Junior Account Manager, you will be responsible for the operational support of the 2D/Flatpack Temporary Display contract for a strategic regional retail account. You will be playing a key part in ensuring the end-to-end process is fully supported and managed whilst delivering exceptional administration through the smooth and efficient execution of all POS / Point of Sale and Display campaigns. You will provide operational support to the client, co-packers, warehouses and retailers.</div><div></div><div>
Some day-to-day responsibilities:</div><ul><li>
Managing multi-campaigns/multi job projects, be client facing with multiple service elements, project managing from taking the brief to ensuring the deliverables.</li><li>
Liaise with all stakeholders such as co-packers, retailers, suppliers, to ensure smooth delivery of goods to warehouses and/or retailers.</li><li>
Supports catalogue compliance and actively looks for opportunities to further improve TCO savings.</li><li>
Planning and cost management of POS and 2/3D Temporary Display campaigns.</li><li>
Provides technical and operational support to the client(s) stakeholders.</li><li>
Escalate when vendors underperform or have issues.</li><li>
Work with suppliers to ensure critical path schedules are being met and shared.</li><li>
Assist the Account Team leader in the development of operational and commercial strategies.</li></ul><div></div><div>
About You:</div><ul><li>
Come from a similar role / background with any exposure or experience within the retail / display / packaging industry would be beneficial</li><li>
Previous customer facing experience with strong communication skills is essential for this role.</li><li>
Any background or skills within procurement, stock inventory, production or client services would work well within this role.</li><li>
Good Excel skills, and CRM system as well as a high level of accuracy/attention to detail.</li><li>
Working knowledge of the print and display industry would be desirable</li><li>
Any knowledge around prepress and colour management would be an advantage</li><li>
Professional level Fluency in German and English.</li></ul><div></div><div>
If you think you have the right background and experience, please get in touch!</div></div>

POS/Print Account Executive
TMS Global are a wholly owned subsidiary of DS Smith PLC, a FTSE100 listed multi-national packaging and display manufacturing business who are a leading global provider of corrugated packaging solutions. TMS Global specialise in the outsourcing of retail display, print and packaging for a variety of global customers and are active in 97 markets globally and we are made up of just over 300 people who are spread internationally across APAC, LATAM, EMEA and NA.
About The Role
We are expanding our client services team across Europe and as a result, we are now looking for one Account Executive/ Junior Account Manager to join our team in Germany. This is a permanent position which can be based remotely/working from home with infrequent travel needed. Our client offices are based in Verden and Munich, so there will be in-frequent travel to meet with them but some ideal locations to be based or near are Verden, Hamburg, Dusseldorf and Hannover or eventually Munich (and surrounding areas),
As our Account Executive / Junior Account Manager, you will be responsible for the operational support of the 2D/Flatpack Temporary Display contract for a strategic regional retail account. You will be playing a key part in ensuring the end-to-end process is fully supported and managed whilst delivering exceptional administration through the smooth and efficient execution of all POS / Point of Sale and Display campaigns. You will provide operational support to the client, co-packers, warehouses and retailers.
Some day-to-day responsibilities:
Managing multi-campaigns/multi job projects, be client facing with multiple service elements, project managing from taking the brief to ensuring the deliverables.
Liaise with all stakeholders such as co-packers, retailers, suppliers, to ensure smooth delivery of goods to warehouses and/or retailers.
Supports catalogue compliance and actively looks for opportunities to further improve TCO savings.
Planning and cost management of POS and 2/3D Temporary Display campaigns.
Provides technical and operational support to the client(s) stakeholders.
Escalate when vendors underperform or have issues.
Work with suppliers to ensure critical path schedules are being met and shared.
Assist the Account Team leader in the development of operational and commercial strategies.
About You:
Come from a similar role / background with any exposure or experience within the retail / display / packaging industry would be beneficial
Previous customer facing experience with strong communication skills is essential for this role.
Any background or skills within procurement, stock inventory, production or client services would work well within this role.
Good Excel skills, and CRM system as well as a high level of accuracy/attention to detail.
Working knowledge of the print and display industry would be desirable
Any knowledge around prepress and colour management would be an advantage
Professional level Fluency in German and English.
If you think you have the right background and experience, please get in touch!

Account Executive - DS Smith

Account Executive

You must have project management experience, packaging industry knowledge, strong communication skills, analytical problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

You will drive innovation, develop solutions, manage projects, support sales, engage with customers, enhance margins, and ensure successful project delivery while aligning with strategic goals.

Design

Edinburgh

Glasgow

<div>
 Drive the DS Smith’s Innovation Agenda, delivering our business value proposition to customers.<br> <br> Instigate, develop and deliver proactive, insight-based innovation and management of the innovation pipeline.<br> <br> May be responsible for ideating new solutions, producing high-quality visuals, prototypes and contributing to the iterative concept analysis and testing process.<br> <br> Manage projects/resources as required.<br> <br> Innovation Specialist I covers medium to large multi-site business unit(s) or may work at the Divisional or Group level.
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  About the role
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  Be a game changer as we invent, re-imagine and redefine packaging
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  We are seeking a Design for Innovation Specialist, who’ll be responsible for the daily management and delivery of programmes and projects across the UK North Cluster. The Design for Innovation Specialists will ensure we deliver added value through innovation, continuous improvement projects, market insight and research. It’s a very exciting time to join, as we have committed to investing in our future across our strategic growth enablers within Innovation (R&amp;D), Sustainability and Digital &amp; Data.
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  The work will deliver a unique, best-in-class proposition, which will excite customers to want to work with us. They will be able to meet with customers, discuss ideas and offer relevant solutions
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  Reporting to the Cluster D&amp;I Manager, you will drive the Innovation Agenda using our unique solution driven approach to deliver our Value Proposition to Customers whilst achieving profitable growth for DS Smith.
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  Projects will encompass but not be limited to the following key strategic areas:
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    Operational excellence and continuous improvement
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
    DS Smith Sustainability commitments
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
    Support our Sales Team during opportunities that arise, scoping out technical requirements and presenting the best solution that maximises the chances of successful conversion
   </div></li>
  <li>
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    Support the team in onboarding new business to ensure we ‘get it right first time ‘
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
    Support and when applicable lead Impact and PackRight Centre visits
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
    Deliver margin enhancement projects and contractual VE agreements.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
    Provide technical support to customer’s, both remotely and at their premises
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
    Walk Customer lines identifying, proposing and managing ongoing technical improvements.
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
    Deliver the innovation agenda to develop commercially viable solutions aligned to the insight, category management and specific customer challenges
   </div></li>
  <li>
   <div>
    Support the IC content development, Strategic Innovation Sessions and bespoke Packright customer sessions
   </div></li>
 </ul>
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  The role will require monitoring and co-ordination of the key projects that are aligned to Design and Innovation strategic goals. You will regularly review to ensure they are on track to deliver the committed results and ensure successful completion of projects.
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  About you
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    Excellent project management track record
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    Implementation of continuous improvement and value engineering programmes.
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    Experience in the Packaging industry, ideally in a technical/design role
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    Good technical understanding of our materials and box performance factors
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    Strong communication, presentation and organisational skills
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    Enthusiastic, influential and strives for excellence
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    An ability to develop and execute alternative solutions
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    Excellent analytical and problem solving
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    Excellent project and time management skills
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    Good communication skills – written and verbal
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    Manage and prioritise your activity to maximise value creation, business retention and profitable growth.
   </div></li>
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    Commit to your personal development programs for continuous improvement
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  Benefits
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    Competitive salary
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    Discretionary bonus
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    25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
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    Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
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    Sharesave scheme
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    Employee Assistance Programme
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    Employee Discounts
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    Cycle to work scheme
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  Location
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  Remote role (ideally along the M8 corridor Glasgow / Edinburgh) with regular travel to DS Smith and customer sites
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  About us
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  We’re DS Smith, the FTSE100 company who are redefining packaging for a changing world. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. Today, we operate in more than 30 different countries, proudly employing over 30,000 people, and supporting customers across sectors like FMCG, industrial, and e-commerce. We deliver on quality, service, innovation, and added value to deliver market-leading sustainable packaging solutions our customers need. Our industry needs to transform, and we’re building the team to drive change across Europe and North America.
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  <i> To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.</i>
 </div>
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  <i> Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.</i>
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 Drive the DS Smith’s Innovation Agenda, delivering our business value proposition to customers.  Instigate, develop and deliver proactive, insight-based innovation and management of the innovation pipeline.  May be responsible for ideating new solutions, producing high-quality visuals, prototypes and contributing to the iterative concept analysis and testing process.  Manage projects/resources as required.  Innovation Specialist I covers medium to large multi-site business unit(s) or may work at the Divisional or Group level.
 
  About the role
 
 
 
  Be a game changer as we invent, re-imagine and redefine packaging
 
 
 
  We are seeking a Design for Innovation Specialist, who’ll be responsible for the daily management and delivery of programmes and projects across the UK North Cluster. The Design for Innovation Specialists will ensure we deliver added value through innovation, continuous improvement projects, market insight and research. It’s a very exciting time to join, as we have committed to investing in our future across our strategic growth enablers within Innovation (R&D), Sustainability and Digital & Data.
 
 
 
  The work will deliver a unique, best-in-class proposition, which will excite customers to want to work with us. They will be able to meet with customers, discuss ideas and offer relevant solutions
 
 
 
  Reporting to the Cluster D&I Manager, you will drive the Innovation Agenda using our unique solution driven approach to deliver our Value Proposition to Customers whilst achieving profitable growth for DS Smith.
 
 
 
  Projects will encompass but not be limited to the following key strategic areas:
 
 
  
   
    Operational excellence and continuous improvement
   
  
   
    DS Smith Sustainability commitments
   
  
   
    Support our Sales Team during opportunities that arise, scoping out technical requirements and presenting the best solution that maximises the chances of successful conversion
   
  
   
    Support the team in onboarding new business to ensure we ‘get it right first time ‘
   
  
   
    Support and when applicable lead Impact and PackRight Centre visits
   
  
   
    Deliver margin enhancement projects and contractual VE agreements.
   
  
   
    Provide technical support to customer’s, both remotely and at their premises
   
  
   
    Walk Customer lines identifying, proposing and managing ongoing technical improvements.
   
  
   
    Deliver the innovation agenda to develop commercially viable solutions aligned to the insight, category management and specific customer challenges
   
  
   
    Support the IC content development, Strategic Innovation Sessions and bespoke Packright customer sessions
   
 
 
 
  The role will require monitoring and co-ordination of the key projects that are aligned to Design and Innovation strategic goals. You will regularly review to ensure they are on track to deliver the committed results and ensure successful completion of projects.
 
 
 
  About you
 
 
 
  
   
    Excellent project management track record
   
  
   
    Implementation of continuous improvement and value engineering programmes.
   
  
   
    Experience in the Packaging industry, ideally in a technical/design role
   
  
   
    Good technical understanding of our materials and box performance factors
   
  
   
    Strong communication, presentation and organisational skills
   
  
   
    Enthusiastic, influential and strives for excellence
   
  
   
    An ability to develop and execute alternative solutions
   
  
   
    Excellent analytical and problem solving
   
  
   
    Excellent project and time management skills
   
  
   
    Good communication skills – written and verbal
   
  
   
    Manage and prioritise your activity to maximise value creation, business retention and profitable growth.
   
  
   
    Commit to your personal development programs for continuous improvement
   
 
 
 
  Benefits
 
 
 
  
   
    Competitive salary
   
  
   
    Discretionary bonus
   
  
   
    25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
   
  
   
    Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
   
  
   
    Sharesave scheme
   
  
   
    Employee Assistance Programme
   
  
   
    Employee Discounts
   
  
   
    Cycle to work scheme
   
 
 
 
  Location
 
 
 
  Remote role (ideally along the M8 corridor Glasgow / Edinburgh) with regular travel to DS Smith and customer sites
 
 
 
  About us
 
 
 
  We’re DS Smith, the FTSE100 company who are redefining packaging for a changing world. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. Today, we operate in more than 30 different countries, proudly employing over 30,000 people, and supporting customers across sectors like FMCG, industrial, and e-commerce. We deliver on quality, service, innovation, and added value to deliver market-leading sustainable packaging solutions our customers need. Our industry needs to transform, and we’re building the team to drive change across Europe and North America.
 
 
 
   To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.
 
 
 
   Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.
 



Design for Innovation Specialist - DS Smith

Design for Innovation Specialist

You should have attention to detail, knowledge or interest in the POS industry, experience with cardboard/packaging, and ideally, skills in Artios and Illustrator.

You will support sales and growth by designing bespoke POS products, ensuring quality, collaborating with creative teams, and working closely with Structural Team Leaders for guidance.

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   About the role
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   This opportunity is perfect for a motivated Junior Structural Designer who’s looking to start developing their skillset around cardboard design and move their career forward in an established, global business, with a structured development path laid out in front of you.
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   In this role, you’ll be providing support to the Account Management, Commercial and Production teams to drive sales and growth, through the delivery of an outstanding level of service which focuses on competitiveness, communication, accuracy, reliability and dependability. You’ll also provide a consistently high standard of quality in your work to support the growth and development of the function and wider business.
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   You will be fully involved with all stages of the design process, using Artios to design bespoke POS products for customers and also provide them with accurate specification drawings, samples, prototypes, and assembly guides. This will involve frequent interaction with Creative and Artwork teams so that our customers receive a first-class product and we can continue to build excellent relationships. You’ll also work closely with the Structural Team Leaders so that you’re supported properly and can do your best work with us.
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   About you
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   <li>Knowledge of the POS industry, or an interest in developing your knowledge</li>
   <li>Strong attention to detail</li>
   <li>Ability to communicate and work well with Account Managers and other teams in the business</li>
   <li>Experience working with cardboard/packaging</li>
   <li>Product Design experience (desirable)</li>
   <li>Experience using Artios and Illustrator (desirable)</li>
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   Benefits
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   <li>Competitive salary</li>
   <li>Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection</li>
   <li>25 days holiday, plus bank holidays</li>
   <li>Sharesave scheme</li>
   <li>Digital GP Service</li>
   <li>Employee Assistance Programme</li>
   <li>Cycle to work scheme</li>
   <li>Employee discounts</li>
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   Location: Ely (on site - Monday - Friday)
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  <div>
   About us
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   We’re DS Smith, the FTSE100 company who are redefining packaging for a changing world. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. Today, we operate in more than 30 different countries, proudly employing over 30,000 people, and supporting customers across sectors like FMCG, industrial, and e-commerce. We deliver on quality, service, innovation, and added value to deliver market-leading sustainable packaging solutions our customers need. Our industry needs to transform, and we’re building the team to drive change across Europe and North America.
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   <i> To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.</i>
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   <i> Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.</i>
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   About the role
  
  
   This opportunity is perfect for a motivated Junior Structural Designer who’s looking to start developing their skillset around cardboard design and move their career forward in an established, global business, with a structured development path laid out in front of you.
  
  
  
   In this role, you’ll be providing support to the Account Management, Commercial and Production teams to drive sales and growth, through the delivery of an outstanding level of service which focuses on competitiveness, communication, accuracy, reliability and dependability. You’ll also provide a consistently high standard of quality in your work to support the growth and development of the function and wider business.
  
  
  
   You will be fully involved with all stages of the design process, using Artios to design bespoke POS products for customers and also provide them with accurate specification drawings, samples, prototypes, and assembly guides. This will involve frequent interaction with Creative and Artwork teams so that our customers receive a first-class product and we can continue to build excellent relationships. You’ll also work closely with the Structural Team Leaders so that you’re supported properly and can do your best work with us.
  
  
  
   About you
  
  
   Knowledge of the POS industry, or an interest in developing your knowledge
   Strong attention to detail
   Ability to communicate and work well with Account Managers and other teams in the business
   Experience working with cardboard/packaging
   Product Design experience (desirable)
   Experience using Artios and Illustrator (desirable)
  
  
  
   Benefits
  
  
   Competitive salary
   Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
   25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
   Sharesave scheme
   Digital GP Service
   Employee Assistance Programme
   Cycle to work scheme
   Employee discounts
  
  
  
   Location: Ely (on site - Monday - Friday)
  
  
  
   About us
  
  
   We’re DS Smith, the FTSE100 company who are redefining packaging for a changing world. We believe a better, more sustainable tomorrow is possible with the right people, who challenge and support one another to enact positive change. Today, we operate in more than 30 different countries, proudly employing over 30,000 people, and supporting customers across sectors like FMCG, industrial, and e-commerce. We deliver on quality, service, innovation, and added value to deliver market-leading sustainable packaging solutions our customers need. Our industry needs to transform, and we’re building the team to drive change across Europe and North America.
  
  
  
    To fulfil our purpose of redefining packaging for a changing world, we aim to build a diverse, motivated, and engaged workforce. Our goal is to create a culture of inclusion where everyone is treated fairly, differences are valued, and everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.
  
  
    Our people come from diverse backgrounds, bring different perspectives, ideas and experiences to generate unique solutions focused on present and future sustainability challenges. We welcome all candidates to apply, even those not meeting all criteria.
  
 
