YOU & AHEAD

At ahead, we’re transforming how millions of people snack - and building a brand people genuinely love along the way. As we continue to grow in the Netherlands, social media will be key to strengthening our community and driving long-term loyalty.

As part of our Netherlands Expansion team, you’ll play an active role in expanding our influencer marketing network across the Netherlands. You’ll research, connect, and build relationships with creators, help structure partnerships, and support our deal-making process from first outreach to campaign handover.

YOUR TASKS

• Creator Outreach: Identify and contact new creators in the Netherlands who fit the ahead brand
• Relationship Building: Support authentic relationships with influencers, agencies, and managers
• Deal Support: Assist in preparing proposals, gathering insights, and tracking negotiations
• Pipeline Management: Keep our creator database and partnership pipeline updated and organized
• Market Research: Track Dutch influencer trends, pricing, and Creator Economy developments
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with our Influencer Marketing Team and Expansion teams to ensure smooth campaign setups

YOUR PROFILE

• Currently studying in Marketing, Communication, Business, or a related field
• Passion for social media, influencers, and brand storytelling
• Strong communication skills in Dutch and English (spoken & written)
• Organized, self-driven, and eager to learn how growth and partnerships work in real life
• Plus: You already follow your favorite Dutch creators on Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube and have a sense of what makes great content

AND WHY AHEAD?

Working at ahead is more than just a job - it’s your opportunity to develop as a professional and as a person, while shaping the future of snacking. Our mission is to make low sugar the new standard, and we pour that ambition into every product we create. You’ll become part of a team where international talent, startup drive, real impact, and true ownership come together.

• Hypergrowth Environment: If you're looking for greenfield, creative freedom, and real impact, you're in the right place. We're a team that is scaling fast - with purpose
• Great Workspace: A central office in the heart of Hamburg near the Alster, top equipment (MacBook), snacks, drinks, plenty of ahead products - and yes, a ping-pong table. We’re also pet-friendly, so you can always bring your furry friend along
• Amazing Team: Young, international, ambitious - inspiring colleagues who collaborate, support each other, and genuinely enjoy working together
• Career Growth: Develop through cross-functional projects, structured feedback cycles, and a steep learning curve in a dynamic, high growth environment. We offer a fair, attractive salary with role-dependent bonus opportunities
• Great Benefits: Fuel yourself with ahead snacks, drinks, and merch - we’ve got you covered. On top: a €50 monthly allowance to spend as you like - Urban Sports Club, mobility options, or vouchers from your favorite brands (IKEA, MediaMarkt, Lego and more)
• Vacation Days: Enjoy 28 vacation days plus two extra days off on December 24 (Christmas Eve) and December 31 (New Year’s Eve)
• Events & Offsites: Regular after-work hangouts and legendary annual team offsites you won’t forget

This role is based in our Hamburg or Berlin office, with the flexibility of up to 2 home office days per week, or remote work from Amsterdam, as well as the option to work from abroad for agreed upon periods. If this resonates with you, you can dive into the next steps as outlined below!
YOUR NEXT STEPS WITH US

Let’s get started! Here’s what the application process looks like:

Send us your resume and a few reasons why you want to be a part of ahead.

1. We will get back to you as soon as possible to schedule an interview.
2. After our initial meeting, you’ll work on a case study to give you a sense of the tasks you’ll be handling.
3. Meet our team and the founders, Johannes and Philip, during the interview process and case study presentation.
4. If both sides are happy, you can start as soon as possible!

Just reach out to us for a chat!Disclaimer

ahead GmbH is an equal opportunity workplace and is devoted to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.

About us

At ahead, we’re building the snack brand for a new generation – one that loves chocolate, cookies & gummies, but doesn’t love what sugar does to their bodies.
We use cutting-edge food tech to reinvent childhood favorites: no added sugar, no empty carbs – just full taste, better ingredients, and zero compromise.
The result? Everyday indulgence that actually fits your lifestyle.
Let’s make low-sugar the new normal. And fun again.
We’re growing fast, expanding across Europe, and looking for smart, driven, curious minds to join us.
If you’re ready to change how millions of people snack – for good – we’d love to meet you.