Temp. Trade Marketing Coordinator - 6M Contract

Who we are

We’re building what’s next at Fossil Group—and that chapter starts now. We have a vision to lead the industry in bold innovation across our products, experiences, and the way we connect with consumers. To get there, we’re building a global team with the energy, innovation, and ambition to accelerate our growth strategy.

For over 40 years, we’ve been known for our passion to bring innovative watches, jewelry, and leather goods to customers in more than 130 countries. Our culture is grounded in four values: Show Up Real, Win Together, Imagine What’s Next, and Hustle With Heart. If you want to be part of the team that shapes the future of the industry, we want to hear from you.

We are looking for a Temporary Trade Marketing Coordinator to implement the Trade Marketing strategy for Michael Kors & Diesel across the Wholesale and Concession channels in the Benelux region during a 6-month contract. This role ensures brand image consistency and overall excellence in campaign execution across the market, aligning marketing initiatives with commercial priorities and business objectives. Acting as the main marketing liaison for local sales and commercial teams, the position bridges global brand vision with local retail execution.

Your responsibilities:

• Adapt and implement global brand strategies through relevant, high-impact local activations across the Benelux region.

• Execute Trade Marketing activations across Wholesale and Concession channels in line with commercial targets and sales goals.

• Ensure brand image consistency and visual execution standards across Wholesale and Concession channels in the region.

• Monitor, analyze, and optimize campaign Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to continuously improve performance, campaign effectiveness, and ROI.

• Act as the primary marketing point of contact for local sales teams, key account managers, and field staff.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with retail partners and local commercial stakeholders.

• Support the management and monitoring of the Benelux Trade Marketing budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and a strong focus on ROI and commercial impact.

• Partner with internal departments (Visual Merchandising, Supply Chain, Art Team, and Finance) to support regional business plans and product launches.

Your profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or a related business field.

• Initial experience in a Trade Marketing department, ideally within the retail, fashion, or lifestyle industry.

• Highly organized, pragmatic, and structured with a strong hands-on, problem-solving mindset.

• Full professional proficiency in Dutch and English (written and spoken); knowledge of French or other regional languages is an advantage.

• Proficient with digital tools and productivity suites (MS Excel, Word, Google Workspace and social media tools).

• Strong interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to teamwork and stakeholder management.

What We Offer:

• A competitive salary, including an 8% holiday allowance.

• 30 vacation days per year based on full-time employment.

• Hybrid working opportunities, with Monday to Thursday in our Hoofddorp office and Friday as a fixed work-from-home day.

• A net travel allowance of €0.23 per kilometer or an NS-Business Card for commuting.

• A solid pension scheme via Zwitserleven.

• A 20% employee discount on Fossil products, up to a maximum of €500 per calendar year.

• A wearable models program ("draagmodellen"), allowing you to pick from a selection of watches and jewelry up to €600 in retail value twice a year (from the Fall and Spring collections).

At Fossil Group, we embrace purpose and take every opportunity to work together to make the world a little better. We’re committed to fostering a culture of inclusivity and collaboration, where all employees are encouraged to contribute their unique selves and perspectives as valued members of our team.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in all employment practices without regard to age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

If you need any accommodations during the interview process, just let us know at careers@fossil.com.