Logo-of-Ahold-Delhaize-hiring-for-jobs-in-Netherlands-on-GrabJobs

Director Corporate Strategy

Job Description - Director Corporate Strategy



Director Of Corporate Strategy


Shape the future of one of the world’s leading food retail groups by driving enterprise-wide strategy and transformation. In this high-impact role, you’ll work directly with senior leadership to define long-term direction, unlock growth opportunities, and deliver strategic initiatives that truly make a difference.


 



About Ahold Delhaize


We’re Ahold Delhaize, one of the world’s largest food retail groups. Together with our seventeen strong local retail brands in Europe, the United States, and Indonesia, we share a passion for delivering great food, value and innovations. By bringing ideas to the table and acting on them, you help create a healthier tomorrow. Together, we make better choices accessible for millions of people every day.


 





Your new team


As Director Of Corporate Strategy, you will be joining our Strategy team at Group level. You will collaborate closely with Executive Committee members, regional and functional leaders, and cross-functional teams across our international organization.


You’ll be part of a dynamic, fast-paced, and collaborative environment where strategic thinking meets execution, and where your work directly influences the future direction of the company.


 



Key focus areas of your role


Drive Group strategy development and execution
You will lead the development of Ahold Delhaize’s 4–5 year Group strategy cycle and ensure alignment across brands, regions, and functions. You’ll connect strategic priorities with financial planning and drive execution through the annual strategic planning cycle.


Lead high-impact strategic initiatives
You will co-create functional strategies and lead enterprise-wide transformation programs that unlock growth and improve long-term profitability. You will ensure structured program management and guide teams toward successful delivery.


Shape strategic storytelling and insights
You will translate market, consumer, and competitor trends into actionable insights, helping the organization adapt and stay ahead. In collaboration with Investor Relations and Communications, you’ll help craft compelling strategic narratives for external stakeholders.


Enable leadership decision-making and capability building
You will design and facilitate senior leadership workshops, decision-making forums, and strategic discussions. In addition, you will mentor team members and contribute to building a strong strategy community across the organization.


 



What’s in it for you?


At Ahold Delhaize, we create a caring culture where you feel safe and supported. Being part of our family of brands comes with cross-cultural teamwork, international exposure, and opportunities to grow across functions and geographies.


We value your well-being, both at work and beyond, and encourage a flexible, hybrid way of working with meaningful in-office collaboration.


Plus:



  • A gross annual salary in the range 108.000 - 120.000 EUR 

  • Attractive bonuses

  • A first-rate pension plan

  • 20 vacation days with the option to buy an additional 12.5 days

  • Travel expenses or NS travel card

  • A laptop and smartphone

  • If needed, an electric lease car


 



The ingredients you bring


We believe this role comes to life when you bring the following experience:



  • 8+ years of experience in strategy consulting within retail or a similar industry

  • Proven track record in leading large-scale strategic programs with measurable business impact

  • Strong experience working with senior stakeholders and managing multiple workstreams

  • Advanced strategic thinking and ability to translate complex insights into clear recommendations

  • Experience facilitating senior leadership workshops and decision-making processes


Aside from this, a strong sense of ownership, curiosity, collaboration, and a structured, results-driven mindset will take you far.










Apply now! 


Are you keen to join the Corporate Strategy team? Even if you don’t tick all the boxes, but you still believe you have the personality and skills that make you a suitable candidate, we strongly encourage you to reach out to us. Apply now via the button on this page, or feel free to contact Damjan Bugarski, Talent Acquisition Specialist via [email protected] if you have any questions.


At Ahold Delhaize and our local brands, 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.




Original job Director Corporate Strategy posted on GrabJobs ©. To flag any issues with this job please use the Report Job button on GrabJobs.
Share Job
Share Job

Similar Director Corporate Strategy Jobs in Netherlands

GrabJobs is the no1 job portal in Netherlands, connecting you to thousands of jobs fast! Find the best jobs in Netherlands, apply in 1 click and get a job today!

Mobile Apps

Copyright © 2026 Grabjobs Pte.Ltd. All Rights Reserved.