Manager Public Affairs

Ahold Delhaize; Zaandam; Hybrid; EUR 80,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package 80–91k EUR

Bonuses

Pension plan

20 vacation days + 12.5 days flex

Travel card

Laptop & smartphone

Job summary

Ahold Delhaize is seeking a Manager Public Affairs to operate at the intersection of politics, society and business, shaping the company's voice in policy discussions in the Netherlands. You will join the Public Affairs team and work with regulatory affairs, sustainability, and communications to position Ahold Delhaize with policymakers and industry associations.

You will monitor developments, craft PA strategies, and advise senior leadership while building relationships with key Dutch

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Public Affairs in the Dutch Parliament or government.
• Strong network within politics, government and key stakeholder organizations.
• Experience in lobbying and policy influencing at national and EU levels.
• Excellent written and verbal English and Dutch communication skills.
• Strong strategic thinking to translate complex policy issues into clear messages and actionable steps.

Responsibilities

• Advise on public affairs related to government, politics, regulators and stakeholders.
• Develop and communicate PA positions and strategies.
• Monitor policy changes and assess impact.
• Represent Ahold Delhaize in policy discussions in the Netherlands.
• Provide strategic policy advice to senior leadership and engage with stakeholders.
• Organize meetings with politicians and officials.
• Position the company as a trusted partner with Dutch stakeholders.

Skills

Public Affairs

Networking

Lobbying

Communication (EN/Dutch)

Strategic thinking

Job description

Manager Public Affairs

Do you want to work for one of the world’s largest retailers? In this role, you will operate at the intersection of politics, society, and business, ensuring Ahold Delhaize’s voice is heard in key policy discussions.

About Ahold Delhaize

We’re Ahold Delhaize, one of the world’s largest food retail groups and a leader in both supermarkets and e-commerce. Together with our 17 strong local retail brands in the United States, Europe and Indonesia, we make a meaningful difference in the lives of our brands’ customers, our people and the world around us. We offer a highly dynamic, international work environment in which our associates thrive.

Your new work environment

We offer a highly dynamic, international work environment. As Manager Public Affairs, you will be part of the Public Affairs team, working with specialists in regulatory affairs, sustainability, and communications to position Ahold Delhaize among key policymakers and industry associations. You will monitor and respond to political, societal, and regulatory developments—both short- and long-term—that impact our business.

With increasing regulatory pressure, you will analyze policy changes, assess their impact, and help shape Ahold Delhaize’s position. You will support public affairs strategies that align with business objectives, engaging with government bodies and industry associations to represent our interests in key discussions. Important topics for Ahold Delhaize include, for example, affordable and healthy groceries, as well as issues related to a good business climate.

In this role, you will report to Marlijn Winkelman, VP Public Affairs.

Key responsibilities of your role

You will advise Ahold Delhaize on public affairs related to government, politics, regulators, and broader stakeholder management.

Public Affairs strategy

• Support and execute Ahold Delhaize’s Public Affairs (PA) strategy.

Position development

• You not only identify relevant political, societal and regulatory developments, but also take the initiative to develop and communicate Ahold Delhaize’s positions and strategies.
• Analyze policies and legislation; develop PA strategies
• Draft and create position papers and letters for politicians and other stakeholders

Proactive monitoring & engagement

• Monitor political and societal developments affecting Ahold Delhaize’s strategy and reputation.

Policy representation

• Represent Ahold Delhaize in policy discussions in the Netherlands.

Stakeholder management

• Provide strategic policy advice to senior leadership.
• Engage stakeholders internally and externally, keeping board members informed on public affairs strategies.
• Maintain strong relationships with key Dutch stakeholders.
• Organize meetings and working visits for politicians, government officials or other stakeholders.
• Position Ahold Delhaize as a trusted and influential partner internally and externally.

What’s in it for you?

Aside from what we ask of you in this role, we also have a great deal to offer you: plenty of growth opportunities and various cross-brand career options; flexible working hours; a hybrid working model (we ask you to spend at least 50% of your working time at the office); and the chance to drive meaningful change on a global scale. You can look forward to a good work-life balance, and the chance to work in an inclusive environment that wholeheartedly encourages growth and welcomes you just the way you are.

Plus:

• A gross annual salary between €80K to €91K including holiday pay based on full-time employment
• Attractive bonuses
• A first-rate pension plan
• 20 vacation days and the option to buy an additional 12,5 days from your personal ‘flex budget’)
• Travel expenses or an NS travel card
• A laptop and smartphone

"At Ahold Delhaize, you have the opportunity to make a real impact. We operate in a dynamic landscape, constantly balancing the interests of our brands, customers, and society. This role is strategic, fast-paced, and highly relevant in today’s world."

Requirements

We think you’ll be best geared for success if you meet the following requirements:

Professional experience

• At least 5 years of experience in Public Affairs, in the Dutch Parliament or within the government
• A strong network within politics, government, and key stakeholder organizations
• Experience in lobbying and policy influencing at both (inter)national and EU levels
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, in English and Dutch
• Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate complex policy issues into clear messages and actionable steps

Additionally, we value a proactive, entrepreneurial, and results-driven mindset. You are skilled in balancing different interests and excel at building relationships across various levels.

At Ahold Delhaize we broadly define diversity as being inclusive of thoughts and skills, generational differences, LGBTQ+, gender, race and ethnicity, disabilities, nationalities and more, and we accept all people for who they are.