Junior (sports) partnership liaison (expert)

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Job title: Junior (sports) partnership liaison (expert)
Location: Maastricht, the Netherlands

In this role, you provide essential project, communication, and event support to the Group Communications Partnership & Innovation Manager for dsm-firmenich's sports partnerships. You bridge internal teams, external partners, and product development experts to ensure seamless activation and strong stakeholder engagement. Designed as a launchpad for early-career professionals, this role gives you the opportunity to accelerate your growth, broaden your cross-functional exposure, and build a strong network across the organization.

Your key responsibilities

* Support partnership projects, assist in the execution and coordination of partnership-related projects, ensuring smooth activation across campaigns and initiatives
* Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders, act as a day-to-day liaison between internal teams, external partners, sports organizations, and product development experts to maintain clear information flow
* Develop & deliver communication materials, support the creation, refinement, and timely delivery of communication assets for global partnership campaigns
* Support events & activations, contribute to event planning and provide on-site support to ensure successful activation and stakeholder engagement
* Monitor & rreport on campaign progress, track activation outcomes, monitor media coverage, and prepare updates for internal teams and senior leadership
* Maintain documentation & project timelines, handle administrative tasks including documentation, timeline tracking, and preparation of reports and progress summaries

We offer
* Sustainability Commitment: Be part of an organization where sustainability isn't just a headline but is embedded in our strategy and processes, enabling you to make a meaningful impact on the world
* Inspiring Innovation: Join a company with a rich history of groundbreaking scientific innovation and a future brimming with opportunities to collaboratively create with our customers
* Inclusive Community: Join barrier-free communities within our organization where every employee is equally valued and respected, regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity. Embrace the strength of diversity
* Nurturing Growth: Cultivate your potential in an environment that encourages and supports curiosity, fostering an open mindset for continuous personal and professional development
* Well-Being Priority: Experience a culture that places safety and well-being at its core, caring for both your physical and mental health
* Empowered Flexibility: Enjoy a flexible work environment that empowers you to take ownership of your work, driving accountability and fostering a healthy work-life balance

You bring

* Master's Degree in Nutrition & Health or a closely related field
* Experience in communications functions is preferred
* Fluency in English, strong written and spoken communication skills
* Strong interpersonal & communication skills, ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders
* An approach which demonstrates initiative, problem-solving ability, and openness to a dynamic work environment
* Excellent organizational skills & attention to detail, ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain structure, and execute tasks accurately

About dsm-firmenich
At dsm-firmenich, we don't just meet expectations - we go beyond them.
Join our global team powered by science, creativity, and a shared purpose: to bring progress to life.
From elevating health to making fortified food and sustainable skincare, the impact of your work here will be felt by millions - every single day. Whether it's fragrance that helps you focus, alternative meat that's better for the planet, or reducing sugar without losing flavor, this is where you help shape the future of nutrition, health, and beauty for everyone, everywhere.
And while you're making a difference, we'll make sure you're growing too. With learning that never stops, a culture that lifts you up and the freedom to move across businesses, teams, and borders. Your voice matters here. And your ideas? They're essential to our future.
Because real progress only happens when we go beyond, together.

Our application process
Interested in this position? Please apply on-line by uploading your resume in English via our career portal (www.dsm-firmenich.com/careers). Due to privacy regulations, we can only actively interact with applications via our career portal.
If you have any questions, please contact Ruslana Lohina-Kazimierczak, Talent Acquisition Business Partner (ruslana.lohina@dsm-firmenich.com).
Please note that applications for this position will be accepted until January 28th. Early submission is encouraged, as review will begin on a rolling basis.

Inclusion, belonging and equal opportunity statement
At dsm-firmenich, we believe being a force for good starts with the way we treat each other. When people feel supported, included, and free to be themselves, they do their best work - and that's exactly the kind of culture we're building. A place where opportunity is truly equal, authenticity is celebrated, and everyone has the chance to grow, contribute, and feel they belong.
We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we're serious about making our hiring process as fair and inclusive as possible. From inclusive language and diverse interview panels to thoughtful sourcing, we're committed to reflecting the world we serve.
We welcome candidates from all backgrounds - no matter your gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes you, you.
And if you have a disability or need any support through the application process, we're here to help - just let us know what you need, and we'll do everything we can to make it work.

Agency statement
We're managing this search directly at dsm-firmenich. If you're applying as an individual, we'd love to hear from you. We're not accepting agency submissions or proposals involving fees or commissions for this role