Retail Consultant

Sia; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary

Yearly bonus

Mobility options

Pension plan

Home-working allowance

26 days holiday per year

Learning opportunities

Strong community

Job summary

Sia in the Netherlands seeks a Strategy & Transformation Consultant who collaborates with senior business stakeholders to shape initiatives across marketing, corporate strategy, product, merchandising, pricing, commerce, and operations. You will work across functions in agile, multi-disciplinary teams, connecting dots between business and numbers to deliver lasting impact for retailers and consumer brands.

The role offers an attractive salary, yearly bonus, mobility options, a pension plan,

Qualifications

• About 2 years of experience in consulting, corporate strategy, or a strategic role in a retail or consumer goods company.
• Strong analytical skills and a good sense of prioritisation.
• Interest in data and AI topics and the ability to quickly build expertise in these areas, excited about helping clients seize opportunities.
• A fast learner who thrives on diverse challenges and changing environments.
• You can switch between strategic vision and operational detail and speak both business and numbers fluently.
• Fluent in French or Dutch and English.
• A good understanding of the retail/consumer goods ecosystem is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Define and shape brand positioning, portfolios, and go-to-market models.
• Support transformation programs: omnichannel strategy, pricing optimisation, category development, operational redesign.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses to bring actionable insights to clients.
• Contribute to project framing, client interviews, benchmarking, and the co-creation of recommendations.
• Operate in agile, multidisciplinary teams, often with exposure to C-level management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Prioritisation

Data & AI interest

Fast learner

Business & numbers fluency

French or Dutch & English

Retail/consumer goods knowledge

Job description

Job Description

Shape the future of Retail & Consumer Goods.

At Sia, we work with leading retailers and consumer brands to design their future — from high-level strategy to hands‑on implementation. As a Strategy & Transformation Consultant, you’ll work with senior business stakeholders to define and deliver initiatives across marketing, corporate strategy, product, merchandising, pricing, commerce, and operational models.

This is a multi‑tool role where business curiosity, strategic thinking, and bring the transformation to life. Your focus is not limited to one function — instead, you’ll help clients connect the dots across departments and deliver lasting impact.

• Work on strategic challenges: from defining brand positioning or portfolio strategies to reshaping go‑to‑market models
• Support transformation programs: omnichannel strategy, pricing optimisation, category development, operational redesign
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative analyses to bring actionable insights to clients
• Contribute to project framing, client interviews, benchmarking, and the co‑creation of recommendations
• Operate in agile, multidisciplinary teams, often with exposure to C‑level management

Projects span a wide range of topics — brand strategy, innovation, customer journeys, trade terms optimisation, category growth plans, and more — always tailored to what drives value for the client.

Qualifications

You have the following qualifications:

• About 2 years of experience in consulting, corporate strategy, or a strategic role in a retail or consumer goods company
• Strong analytical skills and a good sense of prioritisation
• You have a strong interest in data and AI‑related topics, the ability to quickly build expertise in these areas, and you’re excited about helping our clients seize the opportunities they offer.
• A fast learner who thrives on diverse challenges and changing environments
• You can switch between strategic vision and operational detail — and speak both business and numbers fluently
• You are fluent in French or Dutch and English
• A good understanding of the retail/consumer goods ecosystem (brands, retailers, channels, consumer trends) is a strong plus

Your benefits

Your development is our priority. Whether it’s through challenging projects, inspiring colleagues or personal growth, we invest in your success, every step of the way.

• An attractive salary that grows with your experience and performance.
• A yearly bonus based on your individual and team results.
• Sustainable and practical mobility options, whether you prefer to travel by train, bike, or your own vehicle.
• A solid pension plan and additional benefits to support your well‑being.
• Freedom in where you work, from home, at the client’s office, or in one of our inspiring hubs in Amsterdam or Maastricht, including a home working allowance to make remote work comfortable.
• 26 days of holiday per year, with the opportunity to earn extra days as your seniority grows.
• Plenty of learning opportunities, from mentoring and training programmes to international projects that broaden your perspective.
• A strong community, where connection matters – we organise regular social and sports activities to celebrate successes together.

Additional Information

We are unable to provide a work permit for this position

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.