MARKETPLACE
Marketplace Manager
HOURS: 38 / 40h a week
LOCATION: Region Utrecht
Marketplace Manager – Reshape the future of beauty in e-commerce! MDV, one of the leading cosmetics distributors in Europe, we’re not just distributing beauty – we’re redefining it. Representing some of the most innovative and iconic beauty brands – including Beautyblender, Peter Thomas Roth and RoC Skincare – we’re on a mission to bring game-changing products to beauty retailers everywhere. We’re now looking for a Marketplace Manager to own and scale our fast-growing marketplace presence with a strong focus on Amazon and emerging platforms like TikTok Shop. This is your chance to make a real impact, shape our fast-growing e-commerce channel, and help take our brands to new heights.
WHERE
You will be working from our Scherpenzeel HQ office – where energy meets collaboration (and yes, our warehouse is right there too. Flexible work-from-home options are part of the deal but this role thrives on being close to the action.
WHAT WE OFFER
• A portfolio of global indie beauty brands
• An international working environment
• An entrepreneurial and hands-on team
• A varied, high-paced, and autonomous role
• Excellent remuneration and holidays
• Flexible working (WFH vs in the office)
• Dutch pension scheme
• Additional employee perks & benefits via Aleo with companies like Zalando, Train More, Basic Fit, and many more.
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Marketplace Manager to lead the management and development of our online marketplace accounts. In this role, you will work closely with the Marketing & Sales team to ensure our product listings are optimized, content is engaging, and accounts operate at peak performance. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for e-commerce and a desire to run a fast-growing channel.
1. STRATEGIC MARKETPLACE MANAGEMENT
- Own end-to-end marketplace strategy with a strong focus on Amazon (EU & global). 
- Define growth roadmaps for key product categories, driving revenue and market share expansion. 
- Oversee portfolio management, ensuring product launches, pricing, and positioning are aligned with brand and commercial goals. 
2. ADVANCED PRODUCT & CONTENT OPTIMIZATION
- Lead the creation and enhancement of premium A+ Content, Brand Stores, and video assets. 
- Develop advanced SEO strategies to maximize organic ranking and share of voice across marketplaces. 
- Continuously improve content performance via A/B testing, keyword optimization, and conversion analysis. 
3. PERFORMANCE LEADERSHIP & ANALYTICS
- Set KPIs and regularly review marketplace performance (sales, RoAS, traffic, conversion rates). 
- Leverage data dashboards to identify growth opportunities, diagnose challenges, and propose actionable solutions. 
- Present performance insights and strategic recommendations to senior leadership. 
- Monitor chargebacks, overbilling and other related fees. 
4. ADVERTISING & CAMPAIGN OVERSIGHT
- Own Amazon Advertising (PPC, DSP) and promotional strategy to maximize ROI and category visibility. 
- Plan and execute seasonal campaigns, Prime Day strategies, and promotional events across marketplaces. 
- Collaborate with marketing teams to align paid strategies with broader marketing plans. 
5. COMPLIANCE & OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
- Ensure all marketplace activities meet Amazon’s policies, compliance standards, and operational best practices. 
- Drive inventory planning and demand forecasting in collaboration with supply chain and operations teams. 
- Implement process improvements to streamline listing, reporting, and campaign management. 
6. MARKET & COMPETITOR INTELLIGENCE
- Lead competitor benchmarking and category analysis to identify emerging trends and 
- white-space opportunities. 
- Drive innovation in marketplace strategies, anticipating algorithm and policy shifts. 
- Support new product development decisions with market insights and data-backed recommendations. 
REQUIRED SKILLS
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related fields (HBO/WO level). 
- 5+ years’ experience managing Amazon and multi-marketplace accounts with proven track record of growth. 
- Deep knowledge of Amazon Seller Central, Vendor Central, and Amazon Advertising. 
- Strong analytical skills with advanced Excel and marketplace analytics tools (e.g., Helium 10, Channelengine, Amvisor). 
- Strategic thinker with excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills. 
- Fluent in Dutch and English (written and spoken). 
- Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to thrive in fast-paced, scaling environments. 
SOUNDS GOOD?
Interested in this internship and do you meet the above qualifications ? Send your CV with photo and motivation to robin.dekort@mdveurope.com
 
                        