(Junior) Strategist / Analyst – Corporate Development

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future direction of Vanderlande. As part of the Corporate Strategy team, you will work on strategic topics that define the company’s long-term growth, market positioning, and innovation agenda.

In this role, you will support the development and execution of strategic initiatives across the organization. You will work closely with senior stakeholders and experienced strategy professionals, gaining exposure to high-impact projects while building your own strategic skillset in a dynamic international environment.

As Analyst Corporate Strategy, you will support Vanderlande’s strategic agenda by contributing to analyses, strategic programs, and cross-functional initiatives. You will work on a variety of topics — from market analysis and strategic planning to transformation initiatives that improve how the company operates and grows.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for early-career professionals with a consulting or strategic background who want to move closer to business impact within a global technology organization.

What will you be doing?

Strategic Analysis & Insights:

• Conduct market, customer, and competitive analyses to support strategic decision-making.
• Develop data-driven insights, presentations, and recommendations for senior stakeholders.
• Support the preparation of strategic materials for leadership discussions and decision forums.

Corporate Strategy Support:

• Contribute to the corporate strategy cycle by supporting market assessments, strategic reviews, and long-term planning activities.
• Assist in developing strategic roadmaps and business cases for new initiatives and growth opportunities.
• Help translate strategy into actionable initiatives across the organization.

Strategic Projects & Transformation Initiatives:

• Support the execution of cross-functional strategic projects that drive growth, efficiency, or innovation.
• Work closely with colleagues across functions such as sales, engineering, operations, and finance to collect insights and structure solutions.
• Help track progress of strategic initiatives and ensure structured follow-up on key actions.

Executive PMO Support:

• Support selected C-level stakeholders on strategic priorities and governance processes, including preparing leadership materials, coordinating inputs, and ensuring follow-up on actions. Requires discretion and the ability to bring structure in a fast-moving, ambiguous context.

What do we ask from you?

• Master’s degree (WO) in Business Administration, Strategy, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3–7 years of professional experience, preferably in strategy consulting, management consulting, or a corporate/graduate traineeship within a large international organization.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to structure complex topics.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to deliver under tight deadlines.
• A high level of drive, curiosity, and ownership — you are proactive, eager to learn, and motivated to make an impact.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and engaging with stakeholders across different levels of the organization.
• Active contribution to a collaborative, high-performing strategy team.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Fluent in English; Dutch is a plus.
• Travel up to approx. 10–20% of your time.

Who are you?

You are someone who thrives on solving complex problems and turning ideas into action. You bring energy, ownership, and a strong desire to learn. Like many successful early-career strategists at leading corporates, you are eager to move beyond analysis and see how strategy is implemented in practice.

You are curious, ambitious, and not afraid to challenge assumptions. You take initiative, ask the right questions, and enjoy working with diverse teams to create meaningful impact.

This role is ideal for professionals who have started their career in consulting or a corporate traineeship and are ready for the next step: contributing directly to the strategy and growth of a global market leader.

What do we offer?

• 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days).
• Flexible working hours.
• A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office).
• A Health & Wellbeing budget worth €300 per calendar year.
• Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport.
• Working from home allowance.
• Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance.
• On-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists and occupational therapists.
• Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills.
• A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives.
• And a great company restaurant and coffee bar with barista.

Background screening

For this position it is possible that a background screening will be conducted. This screening can include checks such as verification of identity, qualifications or other relevant records, which may include criminal background or sanctions list checks, in accordance with our internal policies and applicable laws. Any job offer may be extended under the condition that the screening does not give reason to reconsider the hiring decision. Candidates will always be informed about the process and their rights before any screening is initiated.