Digital Enablement Lead — Strategy, Data & Transformation

DS Smith Plc; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading packaging solutions provider is seeking a Digital Enablement Lead to drive the strategic use of technology across the business. The role involves managing a cross-functional team to enhance digital capabilities, improve customer engagement and optimize processes. Ideal candidates will have proven leadership skills, a strategic vision, and experience in digital transformation. Competitive salary and benefits include pension schemes, holidays, and employee assistance programs are on offer.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme & Life insurance

Share Save scheme

Income Protection

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Virtual GP and Occupational Health

Cycle to Work and shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Experience managing cross-functional digital or technology teams.
• Ability to interpret data and convert insights into actionable strategies.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the digital enablement strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Champion the adoption of new technologies across the organization.
• Drive data-led decision making and enhance data governance.

Skills

Strategic vision

Leadership capability

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Customer-focused approach

Education

Degree in Information Systems, Business, or Data Science

Project management certification (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile)

Tools

ERP systems

CRM platforms

Data analytics tools

Job description

A leading packaging solutions provider is seeking a Digital Enablement Lead to drive the strategic use of technology across the business. The role involves managing a cross-functional team to enhance digital capabilities, improve customer engagement and optimize processes. Ideal candidates will have proven leadership skills, a strategic vision, and experience in digital transformation. Competitive salary and benefits include pension schemes, holidays, and employee assistance programs are on offer.