Armand Chaigne

Armand Chaigne has extensive work experience in various roles and industries.

From 2015 to present, Armand has been the Managing Director of DS Smith Packaging Consumer, where they oversee the business's operations. Prior to this role, they served as the Head of Business Unit 'Industrial Markets' and Head of Marketing/Communication - France at DS Smith, responsible for developing and structuring the business while also focusing on marketing and communication strategies.

Before joining DS Smith, Armand held the position of Head of Marketing, Communication, and Commercial in France, where they played a vital role in business development through digital activation, category management, and customer experience improvement.

Armand also worked as a Commercial Manager in France, responsible for defining and implementing margin enhancement tools and processes. Additionally, Armand has experience as a Delivery Excellence Manager and Project Manager, where they focused on strategy, business improvement, cost optimization, and supply chain management.

Prior to their time at DS Smith, Armand worked as a Director at EUROGROUP CONSULTING France, specializing in strategy, management, and organizational consulting. Armand has worked with various large companies, mid-caps, SMEs, and professional organizations, primarily in the industrial, agro-business, and luxury sectors.

Armand's earlier experiences include roles as a Financial Analyst at Hermès, an AD at Ernst & Young, and a Retail Analyst at Loewe.

Overall, Armand Chaigne has amassed a wealth of experience in management, strategy, marketing, communication, and project management across multiple industries.

Armand Chaigne holds a Master's Degree in MSc Management from emlyon business school, which they obtained from 2001 to 2005. Armand also completed the Global Leadership Programme at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford from 2019 to 2020. Prior to their master's degree, Armand underwent preparation for competitive entrance examinations to business schools at Notre-Dame du Grandchamp from 1999 to 2001. Armand completed their secondary education at Saint Jean de Passy, where they obtained a Bacalauréat Economique & Social (ES) from 1992 to 1999. Additionally, Armand attended Ampleforth College in 1998 during their sixth form education. Armand has also obtained various certifications, including Business Strategy and Financial Performance (BSFP) from INSEAD Executive Education, The Circular Economy Masterclass from the University of Exeter Business School, Green Belt - Lean Six Sigma from Ecole Centrale Paris, and CPIM - the Basics from APICS Supply Chain Council.