Events and Trade Show Specialist

Tradin Organic, the global front-runner in organic ingredients, started its journey 30 years ago with its HQ in Amsterdam. Today, we have grown to source, process, and supply over 150 delicious organic ingredients from 60+ origins worldwide, holding a diverse range of certifications. We offer a wide range of ingredients, from frozen fruit and vegetables, dried fruits, cocoa, sugar, pulses, seeds, nuts, oils, fats, fruit concentrates, sweeteners and more

Our full-service portfolio impacts and is built on an extraordinary supply chain of farmers, traceable sourcing projects, quality assurance, sustainability initiatives, and in-house processing facilities such as Crown of Holland and Suncomo. Tradin Organic has offices worldwide, fostering a vibrant and diverse environment.

We are a part of Acomo N.V. with headquarters in Rotterdam. Acomo N.V. is an international group with as its principal business the sourcing, trading, treatment, processing, packaging, and distribution of conventional and organic plant-based food products and ingredients. Acomo N.V. is listed at the Amsterdam Stock Exchange.

Together, we supply organic ingredients that taste good and do good. Join us in our mission to make organic everyone’s first choice.

For our office in the center of Amsterdam, The Netherlands, we are looking for a:

Tradeshow & Events Specialist (32 - 40 hours/week)
Location: Amsterdam (Office-based)

Are you a skilled events professional ready to take ownership of impactful trade shows and corporate events while continuing to grow in your role? As our Tradeshow & Events Specialist, you'll coordinate and execute both national and international trade shows, as well as internal and external company events. You bring solid hands-on experience and are eager to keep learning within a fast-paced team.

In this role, you'll collaborate closely with our Marketing team to ensure our brand is consistently represented at a high level. We're looking for someone who’s proactive, detail-oriented, and thrives when juggling multiple projects. You’ll be trusted to manage your own events while having the chance to develop further under the guidance of a more senior colleague.

This is a 32-hour position (4 days per week), based at our Amsterdam office. Flexibility is required to work during trade shows and events as needed.

Your Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate all operational aspects of national and international trade shows:

  • Registration, logistics, and on-site execution

  • Booth design and coordination with suppliers

  • Hotel and travel arrangements

  • Promotional materials such as signage, brochures, and giveaways

• Maintain and manage a detailed event and trade show calendar

• Act as a company representative and host during events

• Organize internal company events, such as team outings, celebrations, and staff meetings

• Coordinate internal and external meetings/conferences in collaboration with our hospitality/reception team

• Assist with post-event evaluations and improvement initiatives

Who You Are

• A medior-level event professional who takes initiative and responsibility, but also welcomes guidance and feedback

• Excellent at multitasking, with a structured and detail-focused approach

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; a natural collaborator

• Energetic, creative, and solution-oriented

• Able to adapt quickly to changing priorities and timelines

• Comfortable working independently and in close cooperation with others

What We Ask

• 5+ years of experience in event and/or trade show coordination

• Fluent in English (written and spoken) and other European language is a plus

• Experience with logistics, vendor management, and promotional planning

• Willingness to work flexible hours during events and travel as needed

• Based in or near Amsterdam and available to work on-site

• Valid driver’s license (B)

 What we offer

• An exciting role in a rapidly growing international company

• A position for 32 hours.

• 28 days holiday based on a 40 hour contract (possibility to buy 5 more - in line with our policy)

• A workspace right in the center of Amsterdam, next to Central Station

• Good working conditions and a pleasant and dynamic work environment

• Work-from-home flexibility in line with our policy

• Enjoy benefits through ALLEO – our benefits platform, with a monthly employer contribution

• Commuting allowance – in line with our policy

• A competitive remuneration package

• An informal and professional company culture of team spirit with a can-do attitude.

Where you will be working

Our company is rooted in passion, integrity, and sustainability for organic. And for everyone involved in it. We are a global, multicultural, purpose-oriented company, aware of our impact on people, food, and the environment. 

For us, it’s about working together, being responsible and entrepreneurial while having a blast doing it. It’s a dynamic, fast-paced environment supported by 30 years of expertise in the business. And still, we don’t stay stuck in our old ways – we encourage our employees to embrace our values, bring ideas to the table and go for it! 

We foster an inclusive, balanced, open environment to support and develop your work and skills while you make a real difference. 

We build bridges and create strong bonds across the entire supply and people chain, internally and externally. From the beginning – organic and beyond.

If you’re a passionate, driven individual looking for a new challenge and ready to be part of an exciting, growing company, apply now to join Tradin Organic!