Key Skills

Job Description

About The Job Are you ready to kick-start your career in Global Procurement? Do you want to work on real projects in a multinational FMCG environment while deep diving into one of Danone’s strategic raw materials? Join Danone as our next Procurement Intern – Fruit Preparations, starting January 2027, and gain hands-on exposure to global sourcing, strategy deployment and value creation in an international, cross-functional and fast-paced environment. As part of the Global Procurement – Fruit Preparations team, you will work closely with senior buyers and category managers and contribute directly to the execution of European and Global sourcing strategies. This internship offers real responsibilities, not just observation. You will be fully embedded in the team, involved in ongoing projects, and exposed to suppliers, factories and key internal stakeholders across Europe and beyond. You will develop a strong understanding of how procurement drives competitiveness, innovation and sustainability in a global organisation. This role is best suited for students looking for a high‑impact, demanding internship. Your Main Responsibilities Include Project Management & Business Support Lead and support cross-functional projects at European and global level (productivity, optimization, process improvement). Drive continuous improvement initiatives and identify business opportunities for the Fruit Preparations category. Act as an interface between multiple stakeholders (Procurement, Quality, R&I, Supply Chain, Operations). Support operational activities such as Supplier performance tracking, Follow-up of action plans, Monitoring project/recommendation implementation. Strategy & Sourcing Support the definition and deployment of the European Sourcing Strategy, working closely with country teams. Get exposed to tenders, negotiations and supplier selection processes Prepare analyses and materials to support strategic decision-making. Help align and engage stakeholders around category priorities and sourcing roadmaps. Data Analytics & Digitalization Support the development of dashboards, reports and analytical tools to improve visibility and performance tracking. Contribute to data structuring and management for the category. Propose and test new ideas leveraging digital tools and Artificial Intelligence to enhance data analytics and procurement efficiency. Market Intelligence Support buyers in understanding market dynamics, supplier landscape and business needs. Participate in market analysis to identify trends, risks and opportunities impacting the category About you You are proficient with Microsoft Office (Powerpoint & Excel), SharePoint & PowerBI are a plus. You are AI‑savvy and curious about digital and data-driven innovation. You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. You are proactive, curious and able to work autonomously on projects. You have strong communication and interpersonal skills and enjoy working with diverse stakeholders. You thrive in a multicultural, international and fast-changing environment. You are eager to learn, challenge yourself and take ownership. Key Requirements Enrolled as a Bachelor’s or Master’s student in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain, Economics, Engineering or a related field for the entire duration of the internship. Resident of the Netherlands with a valid BSN number. Non-EU citizens must have a valid Dutch residency permit. For non-EU citizens, your university must sign a three-party agreement with Danone. Available to start in January 2027 for a minimum of 6 months, 5 days per week. Able to work from our Danone Place Amsterdam office at least 3 days per week. About us At Danone we are committed to our mission “bringing health, through food to as many people as possible”. Working together to make sure that our brands, like Hipro, Nutricia, Alpro, Activia, Nutrilon and Evian, create real benefits for people, communities and the planet. You will be part of one of the largest Certified B Corps™ in the world. Being B Corp means to be part of a select movement of companies verified to be meeting the highest standards of social and environmental criteria and using business as a force for good. One Planet. One Health. We offer A competitive gross internship allowance of 650 euros per month (based on a full-time internship); Home working allowance of 2.45 euros per day; A public transport travel card covering all office-related travel; Career advice opportunities such as workshops, seminars, networking events; International environment with 140 different nationalities in Danone NL; Active Internship community with 100+ interns across the Netherlands. In the Netherlands we also offer a hybrid working environment which enables each team to meet our people's desire for flexibility. You can work from one of our People Hubs in Hoofddorp, Utrecht and Rijswijk or you can work from home. We put people at the center of everything we do. Bring your unique perspective, ambitions and ideas to the table – the impact you could make might surprise you. We are committed to embrace diversity, nurturing an inclusive workplace where every individual is valued; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is deeply embedded in Danone's DNA. What's Next It’s simple – hit the “apply” button before the application deadline of 29 October 2026. In order to comply with GDPR we can’t process your personal data without your given consent, so please apply directly via this website. Good luck! We can’t wait to meet you. Need more information? Please contact Eugenia Bouzas, Campus Talent Manager, via [email protected] all applications will be considered for a vacancy without discrimination based on ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, disability, or any other protected status.

Core Responsibilities

Support European and global sourcing strategies for the Fruit Preparations category, including cross-functional projects, supplier performance monitoring, and market analysis. Develop analytics and reporting tools, contribute to digitalization initiatives, and coordinate with procurement, quality, research and innovation, supply chain, and operations stakeholders.

Requirements

Applicants must be enrolled in a relevant bachelor's or master's program throughout the internship, live in the Netherlands with a valid BSN, and be available for at least six months starting January 2027, five days per week. Candidates should have strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and be able to work from the Amsterdam office at least three days per week; non-EU citizens also need a valid Dutch residence permit and a university-signed three-party agreement.

Benefits

• Home Working Allowance
• Public Transport Travel Card
• Career Advice Workshops
• Seminars
• Networking Events
• International Work Environment
• Internship Community
• Hybrid Working Environment