Internship – Global Procurement
“This internship has enhanced the skills I gained from my studies and provided valuable opportunities at a prestigious company. The unique role at Heineken offers unlimited scope and the freedom to shape the position, setting it apart from other internships. I’m confident I’ll apply these lessons in all areas of my personal and professional life.”– Paolo Pretorius (previous intern, now Packaging Category Buyer Heineken Global Procurement)
The internship
This internship is unique in its broad potential, offering opportunities for you to make an impact. You will have the flexibility to shape your role based on your interests and skills, allowing you to explore various directions within Global Procurement. This hands-on experience will help you discover your passions and develop key skills that are essential for your growth.

The role will involve:

• Executing category sourcing strategies incl. supporting supplier negotiation preparation, running supplier tenders & eAuctions
• Tracking and reporting of procurement performance
• Running Leadership team meetings
• Conducting market research
• Supporting the teams in analyzing data, project management and process improvements in the form of automation and potential AI opportunities
• Supplier and various Operating Company engagement across the Globe
• Other Buyer activities

During your internship you will get the opportunity to get to know HEINEKEN as a company, also outside your department. We give you the trust and freedom, so you can work like a real entrepreneur. We like to bring the outside world inside and therefore we embrace new, fresh ideas with enthusiasm. Of course, always with the guidance that is right for you.
The department
You will be part of the Global Procurement department, working closely with the Strategic Sourcing Director for Marketing and Business Services as well as the five category leads within the department (covering all expenditure in Marketing, Point of Sales Material, IT, Real Estate, Facility Services, Professional Services, HR, Travel, Fleet). This function is integral to HEINEKEN’s success, and the role offers significant opportunities to contribute to high-impact initiatives.

The terms of employment

• Your starting date is as soon as possible
• The internship is fulltime
• The duration of the internship is 5 or 6 months (in consultation with your internship supervisor)
• It is a practice-oriented internship
• You will be based in Amsterdam
• During your internship, you have the flexibility to work from home in a hybrid environment: 3 days a week office minimum
• You will receive an internship fee of €650 gross pm based on 40 hours per week
• You will enjoy 2 vacation days per month
• If you do not have a student OV product, your commuting expenses will be fully reimbursed

The unique you!

• Analytical, strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable working independently on tasks, taking ownership and at the same time being a team player
• Microsoft Office Skills
• Ability to process and analyze data effectively
• General interest in problem-solving and innovation
• Willingness to learn, adapt and grow in a fast-paced environment
• Ambitious and career driven

We believe that everyone has unique talents and are therefore looking for you!

Conditions of HEINEKEN

• You are enrolled at an educational institution.

a. In the case of non-EU nationality, you must be registered as an intern with a Dutch educational institution, from which we receive proof of enrollment for the current academic year from you.

b. In case of EU nationality, you may also be registered as an intern at educational institutions outside the EU.

• Living in the Netherlands during internship (HEINEKEN does not facilitate housing).

Interested?
Great! For more information about this vacancy or about the application process, please contact werkenbijheinekennederland@heineken.com or you can apply right now.
Are you unsure if there is a perfect match? If so, we would still encourage you to apply!
Working at HEINEKEN
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• Executing category sourcing strategies incl. supporting supplier negotiation preparation, running supplier tenders & eAuctions
• Tracking and reporting of procurement performance
• Running Leadership team meetings
• Conducting market research
• Supporting the teams in analyzing data, project management and process improvements in the form of automation and potential AI opportunities
• Supplier and various Operating Company engagement across the Globe
• Other Buyer activitie