Internship Sourcing | Business Improvement & Project Management – CHO Herengracht Amsterdam | 32-40h
Internship Sourcing | Business Improvement & Project Management – CHO Herengracht Amsterdam | 32-40h
€550 per month
Key Skills
Job Description
The goal of this team is to ensure innovation and supply at the right price, with sustainability and quality as our guiding stars in product development. Are you ready to join them with your expertise? Share your talents Our Sourcing, Quality & Regulatory (SQR) team ensures that we are the best supplier for our customers & the best customer for our suppliers by securing availability, quality and compliancy of Rituals products worldwide Share your talents You will be part of the SQR Business Improvement Team, driving long-term strategy and leading cross-functional projects within the SQR department. While operational teams keep the business running, we help managers and teams step back, envision future goals, and build the capabilities needed to reach the next level of maturity. As an Intern for Project Management, your work plays a key role in driving Rituals’ growth by supporting our project managers in delivering projects, strategic programs and process improvements that drive cost savings, optimize product lifecycle management, and elevate quality and compliance management. In addition, you will be responsible for leading a small project end-to-end, ensuring its successful execution and completion. Responsibilities You will be exposed to key aspects of project management, including planning and tracking of projects and participating in stakeholder meetings. This way, you can develop a solid understanding of project management fundamentals, such as planning, coordination, and execution across different phases of a project. You will learn how to effectively use project management tools, communicate with stakeholders, and adapt to shifting priorities in a professional environment. Guidance You will be supported with a clear task structure, hands-on experience, and regular feedback throughout your involvement in projects within our department. You will be supported in gaining confidence, taking ownership of tasks, and understanding how structured project work drives business success. Bring all of you Please note we can only accept applications from candidates who are actively enrolled in their study for the full duration of their internship. HBO / WO student in Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering or Business Administration (enrolled during internship). Strong data fluency (Excel & PPT mandatory; familiarity with other systems is a plus). Analytical and research mindset, able to turn data into insights. Clear communication skills (English required; Dutch/other EU languages a plus). Interest in the retail FMCG sector Structured, detail-oriented, and eager to learn. Comfortable working in cross-functional and international teams. Curious, proactive, and motivated to contribute to a fast-growing global brand. At Rituals, we are committed to care for everyone and strive to create a diverse workplace where all employees belong and have equal opportunities to succeed. Read more about our commitment here Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Rituals (NL) a Guide With Our Benefits Rituals offers a varied intern role (full-time) within a young team with enthusiastic colleagues at our head office in the heart of Amsterdam. The salary offered is in line with market conditions and you will be given the opportunity to make the fullest use of your talents. The organization offers you an ambitious and pleasant international working environment. A compensation of €550,- based on 40 hours Unlimited access to the ‘’Rijksmuseum’’ Discount on your OneFit or ClassPass subscription 20% discount on our products MacBook Pro Two holidays per month based on 40 hours Intern Rootcamp & trainings The opportunity to participate in a variety of activities, from running the Amsterdam Marathon to company festivities Fresh fruit, free snacks and healthy lunches Benefits of working at Rituals Unique opportunities for personal and professional growth Staff discount on Rituals products Attractive bonus Flexible working hours tailored to your personal rhythm Company & team events
Core Responsibilities
Support project managers in delivering projects, strategic programs, and process improvements focused on cost savings, product lifecycle management, quality, and compliance. Lead a small project from start to finish while contributing to project planning, tracking, and stakeholder meetings.
Requirements
Applicants must be enrolled in an HBO or WO program in Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, or Business Administration for the full internship. They should have strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, analytical and research abilities, clear English communication, and a structured, proactive approach; interest in retail FMCG and comfort working in international cross-functional teams are also expected.
Benefits
- Rijksmuseum Access
- OneFit or ClassPass Subscription Discount
- 20% Product Discount
- MacBook Pro
- Two Holidays per Month
- Intern Rootcamp and Training
- Company Activities and Events
- Fresh Fruit
- Free Snacks
- Healthy Lunches
- Personal and Professional Growth Opportunities
- Attractive Bonus
- Flexible Working Hours
About Rituals (B Corp™)
Industry: Personal Care Product Manufacturing
Company size: 10,001+ employees
Founded in 2000 in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, Rituals was the first luxury brand to combine home and body products. To date, we've opened 1000 stores in 36 countries and have become a renowned wellbeing destination. Led by our philosophy, The Art of Soulful Living, we're committed to helping consumers on their journey to personal wellbeing, providing tips, inspiration and products to reconnect body, mind and soul. As a certified B Corp™ we believe in sustainable wellbeing, with collections that are good for people and good for the planet. This is supported by our three pillars: Clean, Conscious, and Caring. Clean: 79% of our personal care products contain >90% natural origin ingredients, and by 2023 all formulas will meet this standard. Conscious: we make sustainable choices; every collection has refill options, and we plant, protect, or restore a tree for every refill sold. Caring: we proudly support social initiatives including Tiny Miracles, a pioneering foundation that helps break the poverty cycle by providing life-changing work for underserved communities in Mumbai, India. This philosophy of sustainable wellbeing is embedded into our company culture. Our people are open minded, customer first oriented, and energetic. If you want to hear more, then keep an eye out on our vacancies, and we hope to have you join us in our offices or stores.