The Category & Trade Company is the specialist in (online) category management, trade marketing, space management, retail format management and floorplanning software solutions.
We help brands and retailers grow by connecting strategy, data and practical execution.
Our mission? Together, we make the difference.
You shape the direction of tomorrow’s stores
At The Category & Trade Company, everything revolves around growth — of brands, stores and people.
As a Consultant Category Management, you help millions of consumers make more informed choices every day. With your insights, you enable retailers and suppliers to shape their categories in smarter, more sustainable and future-focused ways.
Why this work matters
Retail is changing faster than ever. Shoppers expect more experience, more convenience and more sustainability.
As a Consultant Category Management at The Category & Trade Company, you help our clients not just keep up — but lead the future of retail.
With your experience, you elevate categories, processes and teams to the next level. You make tangible impact — visible on the shelves, in brand strategies and in the choices of millions of consumers.
Here’s what you’ll do
You’ll work on strategic and operational projects for retailers and suppliers across a wide range of sectors — from FMCG and food to non-food, DIY and e-commerce.
- Develop and optimise category plans and visions
- Translate data and market insights (Nielsen, IRI, GfK) into tangible growth opportunities
- Advise clients on positioning, assortment and shopper behaviour
- Build bridges between internal teams and external partners
- Challenge clients to think further — and lead the change
You’ll have the freedom to shape your own projects and area of expertise.
Who you are
- You already have experience in category management and are ready to apply that knowledge on a broader scale — with more strategic responsibility and greater influence.
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, with 4–8 years of experience in category management within retail or FMCG
- Experience on the supplier side is an advantage
- Strong analytical skills and a keen eye for commercial opportunities
- Communicative, persuasive and decisive
- Solid understanding of retail processes and shopper behaviour
- Available 32–40 hours per week and willing to travel to various clients across the country
What we offer you
At The Category & Trade Company, everything revolves around development, teamwork and entrepreneurship — also for experienced professionals.
- Personal coaching and sparring with other experts
- Expert Days at our Amersfoort office focused on knowledge sharing and co-creation
- Opportunities to deepen or broaden your expertise through training or exploring new sectors
- Hybrid working at client locations, with a healthy work–life balance
- A close-knit team that supports each other — and enjoys working together
Your experience will have the space to grow in the direction that matters most to you.
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