DS Smith Manager Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 6 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at DS Smith.
DS Smith
Market Manager
Mid Average Negative experience No offer
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Take home Technical screen Onsite Panel Group Presentation Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Coding System Design Case Presentation Group Other
I interviewed a few times several months ago. Seemingly positive interviews with thoughtful discussions. They asked for patience in the process, but I never heard back from any stakeholder, even after following up. Feedback, both negative or positive, along with decisions are a common courtesy for both parties.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you walk me through your typical daily tasks and explain how you handle conflicting priorities?
DS Smith
Manager
Manager Easy Negative experience Decline offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
I interviewed with 4 people at DS Smith, including a recruiter. Two of the interviewers didn't know I hadn't applied for the position, which made the questions a bit strange. One interview felt rushed, I was interrupted a lot, and the interviewer was clearly distracted by other things like screens and emails to really focus. The whole experience felt like I was being strung along, with some misleading information about the role and department, likely to save face and speed up hiring. I guess everything happens for a reason, and I probably avoided a toxic work environment.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What makes you want to join DS Smith?
DS Smith
Management Graduate
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
A recruitment company reached out to me about this role. I had an initial Skype interview, followed by an in-person meeting with the mill's management. The face-to-face part was challenging and new.
Confirmed questions6 questions
- Can you discuss your previous work history?
- Can you discuss your academic background?
- Describe your understanding of the manufacturing process.
DS Smith Manager Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from DS Smith interview reports.
“Describe your understanding of the manufacturing process.”
Read reports →“How would you handle stakeholders with conflicting interests on the same project?”
Read reports →“What makes you want to join DS Smith?”
Read reports →“Describe a time you had to persuade someone to do something.”
Read reports →“What are three things your manager would say about you?”
Read report →“What do you consider to be the main difficulties encountered?”
Read report →“What are your long-term career aspirations?”
Read report →“Can you discuss your academic background?”
Read report →“How would you describe your personality and work ethic?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 6 DS Smith interview reports.