Junior Marketing Manager

Opening for Junior Marketeer (Trade marketing) - FLUENT GERMAN & ENGLISH SPEAKING

Location: Amsterdam; 3-5 days per week

We are hiring! Join our team as a Junior Marketeer. 

Based in Amsterdam and working closely with the MT, you will support the Original Beans trade marketing initiatives, helping build and strengthen relationships with key business partners. We expect 1-2 years of experience in marketing. Together with the Commercial Director, Marketing Manager and Sales teams your work will ensure that our chocolate products are effectively promoted and positioned to maximize visibility and sales within the B2B market.

About us

Original Beans’ mission is to regenerate what we consume together with our community of growers, chocolate lovers and chefs. We seek out, protect and process the world's rarest & fairest cacao varieties into exclusive, pure top-quality chocolate and plant a tree in the rainforest for every bar sold. Cacao growers receive training, equipment and - through direct sales - fair prices for their rare beans. Thanks to consistent regenerative agroforestry and climate-optimized production, including compostable packaging, Original Beans is the first and only chocolate that is climate-positive. Original Beans products have won many food and chocolate awards and are loved by chocolate lovers, including a who’s who of top chefs and patissiers, the world over.

Who are we looking for?

Key responsibilities 

• Assist in developing and executing trade marketing strategies aimed at driving growth for our chocolate product range in the B2B sector.
• Collaborate with the sales team to create trade promotions that cater to the needs of clients such as wholesalers, chocolatiers, bakeries, restaurants, and specialty stores.
• Help design and implement POS materials (point-of-sale) and marketing collateral to enhance our brand's presence in customer outlets and trade fairs.
• Track and analyze the effectiveness of promotional activities, providing regular reports to measure ROI and suggest areas for improvement.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams—including sales, product development, and communications—to ensure brand consistency and efficient implementation of trade campaigns.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers by understanding their needs and tailoring marketing solutions that drive mutual growth.
• Conduct market and competitor research to identify opportunities and stay informed on industry trends.

Key competencies 

• 1-2 years of marketing experience is preferred, ideally within a trade marketing, FMCG, or B2B setting. Passion for the food & beverage industry is a plus!
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with internal teams and external partners.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Creativity and attention to detail, with an understanding of how to leverage marketing materials for maximum impact.
• A proactive attitude, with a willingness to learn and contribute to a supportive team environment.
• Ability to deal with high pressure environments
• Articulate and convincing in English & German (Dutch and/or Spanish a bonus)

What do you get:

• Contributing to a compact team, within a growing company with ambitious goals
• Impactful role in the company’s success
• Engage in cross-functional projects and initiatives
• An open, non-hierarchical atmosphere 
• Working across cultures 
• Being part of a trendsetter sustainable premium food company and an inspiring international team 
• Eat one of the best chocolates in the world on a daily basis
• Remuneration based on experience  

Do you want to take responsibility, play an active role and leave your marks? Then we are waiting for you! Apply as fast as possible to [email protected] with your CV & a short motivational letter and become part of our team!