D2P Excellence Specialist R&D

Jacobs Douwe Egberts UK; Utrecht; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Jacobs Douwe Egberts UK, based in Utrecht, is looking for a D2P Excellence Specialist to drive the Design-to-Print strategy. This role involves leading system improvements, standardizing artwork, and analyzing performance metrics.

The ideal candidate has 5-8 years of experience in a design environment and possesses a higher education degree in Graphic Design or a related field. Strong skills in Adobe tools and attention to detail are essential.

Competenze

• 5–8 years of experience within Design-to-Print or production‑oriented design.
• Solid knowledge of packaging print production techniques.
• Ability to translate complex technical standards into clear guidance.

Mansioni

• Lead D2P system improvements and training for global adoption.
• Drive artwork standardization and maintain D2P documentation.
• Analyze D2P performance and report to senior PMO leadership.

Conoscenze

Experience in Design-to-Print

Advanced skills in Adobe Illustrator

Packaging production knowledge

Attention to detail

Formazione

Higher education degree in Graphic Design or related field

Strumenti

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Description

As the D2P Excellence Specialist, you will operate within a complex and continuously evolving global product portfolio driven by innovation, brand strategy, and sustainability programs. You will support the Global Design Excellence Manager in driving the Design-to-Print (D2P) strategy to ensure consistency, efficiency, and quality across both Global and Local brands.

• Lead D2P system enablement by managing improvements, maintenance, and training for the end-2-end D2P management system to drive global adoption.
• Drive artwork standardization through the development and documentation of global templates, toolkits, and technical brand guidelines.
• Optimize print-related processes by implementing simplification initiatives that enhance speed-to-market while maintaining high quality and compliance.
• Coordinate cross-functional execution between global and local marketing teams, procurement, and external design agencies to ensure seamless artwork delivery.
• Maintain the "Single Source of Truth" for D2P documentation, ensuring all standards and guidelines are updated and easily accessible to stakeholders.
• Analyze and report on D2P performance by tracking key efficiency metrics and providing tangible status updates to senior PMO leadership.

Qualifications

Working at JDE Peet’s is hands‑on, giving you the chance to leave your mark while working together as one team. We’re a fast‑paced company on a mission, focused on what matters most. Our environment demands energy, agility, and bold thinking. If you’re ready to make an impact and grow in a global team, JDE Peet’s is the place for you.

For this role, we’re looking for someone who has the following skills and experience:

• 5–8 years of experience specifically within a Design-to-Print or production‑oriented design environment.
• Higher education degree in Graphic Design, Design Technology, Packaging Design, or a related design/technical field with a focus on packaging production.
• Solid knowledge of packaging print production techniques and materials.
• Proven track record with system‑driven or automated design/artwork processes.
• Advanced skills in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, with experience using system‑driven and automated artwork management tools.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to translate complex technical standards into clear guidance and training for others.
• Proven ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment while effectively managing diverse international stakeholders.

Company

We are JDE Peet’s.