Business Development Graduate

ASICS EMEA; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym membership

Product discounts

Calm app

Runkeeper Go

Wellness programme

OpenUp Access

Work abroad four weeks

Hybrid work model

Job summary

ASICS EMEA is seeking a graduate to join the Central Commercial Team at the EMEA headquarters in Hoofddorp, Netherlands. The 12-month fixed-term role blends data analysis with hands-on coordination across sales enablement, account management and category management.

You will engage in strategic meetings, prepare materials and templates, and support events with stakeholders across European markets, gaining exposure to commercial topics and cross-border collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Management, Economics, Finance or a related field.
• 6 months of professional experience (or internships) in commercial, retail or sports.
• Very good written and spoken English, with professional communication.
• Good command of MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint for analysis and templates.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare data analysis and reporting to support internal strategic meetings and commercial projects.
• Prepare and improve Excel and PowerPoint templates and presentations.
• Support strategic meetings by preparing materials, attending discussions, following up actions and sharing information with multiple stakeholders.
• Support the organisation and execution of events, coordinating practical arrangements.

Skills

Bachelor/Master degree

Commercial internship

Excellent English

MS Office: Excel/PowerPoint

Organization & prioritisation

Attention to detail

Autonomy

Affinity with sports/retail

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business/Management/Economics/Finance or related

Tools

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Be part of a movement that moves the world

At ASICS, we’re more than just a brand; we're a movement. A movement of movement, propelled by the belief that motion strengthens the body and uplifts the mind. Our name itself, an acronym for "Anima Sana in Corpore Sano" (a Sound Mind in a Sound Body), encapsulates this commitment. Since taking our first step in Japan in 1949, our journey has been about more than just reaching the finish lines or clocking the fastest times. It's about the joy of moving and it's open to all.

If you're inspired to move yourself and the world toward a brighter, more inclusive future, we're looking for you.

Here at ASICS, we welcome diversity in our people, their backgrounds and life experiences. So, you could be the right person for this role regardless of your age, nationality, religious beliefs, or gender identification.

Your role in our shared journey

Located at our EMEA headquarters in Hoofddorp, Netherlands, you’ll join the Central Commercial Team for EMEA. You’ll support a multifunctional team responsible for sales enablement, data analysis, account management and category management. Your role will combine analytical work with hands‑on coordination. You’ll gain exposure to strategic meetings, commercial topics and colleagues across European markets.

This is a fixed-term graduate position for 12 months.

Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Prepare data analysis and reporting to support internal strategic meetings and commercial projects.
• Prepare and improve Excel and PowerPoint templates and presentations
• Support strategic meetings by preparing materials, attending discussions, following up actions and sharing information with multiple stakeholders.
• Support the organisation and execution of events, coordinating practical arrangements

You Have The Following Skills

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, ideally in Business, Management, Economics, Finance or a related field.
• 6 months of professional experience (or internships) ideally in commercial, retail or sports
• Very good written and spoken English, with clear, professional communication and confidence collaborating with senior colleagues and other departments.
• Good command of MS Office, particularly Excel for accurate analysis and PowerPoint for clear presentations and reusable templates.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage varied requests, coordinate practical arrangements
• An analytical mindset and strong attention to detail
• Curiosity, initiative and autonomy
• Affinity with sports or retail

Life at ASICS

When you join ASICS, you become part of something special. Here, your voice matters, your growth and wellbeing are important. We believe in fostering an environment where every step forward is celebrated, where diversity fuels our journey, and inclusion strengthens individuals. And together and as individuals we can inspire more people to move for body and for mind.

Benefits

We're dedicated to ensuring that every team member experiences the joy and benefits of movement. To support your wellbeing, we offer:

• Access to office gym and sports membership discount.
• Exclusive 50% discount on ASICS and ONITSUKA TIGER gear.
• Unlimited access to the Calm app for better sleep and mental fitness.
• Complimentary premium subscription to our Runkeeper Go app.
• A comprehensive wellness programme consisting of exercise and educational sessions.
• Professional support and meditation classes are available through OpenUp Access.
• Working abroad for four weeks every year.
• Work model: Hybrid, with 50% of days working from the office.