Marc Dijkhuis
About Marc Dijkhuis
Marc Dijkhuis serves as the Trade Marketing Manager for Pet Benelux at Spectrum Brands, Inc. He has extensive experience in marketing and management across various companies, including roles at FARMEL Dairy Business and Jumper, and he has been the owner of Een zaak van Slim since 2019.
Current Role at Spectrum Brands
Marc Dijkhuis serves as the Trade Marketing Manager for Pet Benelux at Spectrum Brands, Inc. since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for developing and executing trade marketing strategies that enhance brand visibility and market penetration. He operates from Utrecht, Nederland, where he leverages his extensive experience in retail to drive growth and innovation within the pet product sector.
Previous Experience in Marketing Management
Before joining Spectrum Brands, Marc Dijkhuis worked as a Marketing Manager at FARMEL Dairy Business from 2019 to 2020. His role involved overseeing marketing initiatives and strategies for the dairy sector. Prior to that, he spent eight years at Jumper, where he held various positions including Marketing-Formulemanager and Winkelinrichtingen, contributing to the company's marketing and retail strategies.
Entrepreneurial Venture at Een zaak van Slim
Since 2019, Marc Dijkhuis has been the Owner of Een zaak van Slim. This venture reflects his commitment to innovation and his ability to stay ahead of market trends. Through this business, he focuses on delivering value to teams and stakeholders, utilizing his marketing expertise to create impactful narratives that resonate with consumers.
Educational Background and Marketing Expertise
Marc Dijkhuis studied at Alfa College Hardenberg, where he gained foundational knowledge in marketing. He further enhanced his expertise by completing a NIMA B - Business Marketing program at the Nederlands Instituut voor Marketing from 2020 to 2021. This educational background supports his focus on understanding the relationship between customers, suppliers, and partners to drive mutual growth.
Career Progression in Retail Marketing
Marc Dijkhuis began his career in retail marketing at Jumper, where he worked as a Winkelmedewerker from 2002 to 2005. He then progressed to roles with increasing responsibility, including Winkelinrichtingen from 2005 to 2009 and Marketing-Formulemanager from 2009 to 2017. His diverse experience in retail has equipped him with the skills necessary to develop strategies that enhance product differentiation and consumer engagement.