DS Smith

Data Manager

DS Smith

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: London • United Kingdom

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Tech Stack

AWSAzureCloud

About the role

  • Develop and maintain a TMS data strategy aligned with DS Smith Group frameworks.
  • Design and oversee scalable, secure data architectures and integrations.
  • Implement data governance policies, ensuring data quality, consistency, and GDPR compliance.
  • Lead the delivery of data solutions, pipelines, and system integrations.
  • Own and continuously improve management information, dashboards, and operational reporting.
  • Define and monitor KPIs related to data quality, usage, and business impact.
  • Act as a key liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders.
  • Promote data literacy and support teams in making data-driven decisions.
  • Support digital transformation and change initiatives relating to data systems and processes.
  • Represent TMS in DS Smith Group data governance forums and manage third-party data vendors.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in data management, analytics, or data leadership roles
  • Strong knowledge of data architecture, modelling, integration, and governance
  • Experience delivering dashboards, management information, and operational reporting
  • Ability to influence stakeholders and translate business needs into data solutions
  • Strong understanding of data protection, compliance, and governance frameworks
  • Degree in Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field
  • Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) and modern data architectures
  • Exposure to manufacturing, logistics, or supply chain data environments
  • Data management or governance certifications
Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Qualifying Sick Pay scheme
  • Pension scheme & Life insurance
  • Share Save scheme
  • Income Protection
  • 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Virtual GP, Occupational Health & free Flu vaccine
  • Cycle to Work and shopping discounts
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
data managementdata architecturedata modellingdata integrationdata governancedata qualityKPI monitoringdashboard deliveryoperational reportingGDPR compliance
Soft Skills
influencing stakeholderstranslating business needspromoting data literacysupporting data-driven decisionscommunicationleadership
Certifications
data management certificationdata governance certification