Internship - European Transportation Tenders Support Specialist

Internship Opportunity at HEINEKEN: European Transportation Tenders Support Specialist

HEINEKEN is looking for you!

Heineken is a world-renowned Dutch beer brand that has been around for over 150 years. It was founded in 1864 by Gerard Adriaan Heineken in Amsterdam and has since become one of the largest and most popular beer brands in the world with a presence in over 190 countries.

Every day we work with pride on our great products that you have certainly had in your hand at a party, during a work meeting or at home on the couch. HEINEKEN is much more than just beer. What about brands like Cristal Clear, Royal Club, Heineken 0.0, Amstel Radler and Birra Moretti. We actively work to create a pleasant work environment where everyone feels respected and has equal opportunities. Your personality, knowledge and skills are the success of our organization.

The internship

As an international beer company, Heineken transports ~650,000 shipments within Europe. Heineken Global Procurement (HGP) contracts more than 500 logistics providers around 56 production sites, cider mills, and breweries. The goods transported include raw materials for brewing, such as hops and barley, packaging materials, such as empty bottles or cans, as well as finished products.

As a European Transportation Tenders Support Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting sourcing activities across the EUR region. It will help HEINEKEN to optimize regional logistics cost. This position requires a strategic thinker with a passion for logistics optimization and a strong ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• To learn and understand existing tendering process across transportation category: lanes, suppliers, HEINEKEN requirements, etc.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align on tenders execution.
• Propose and implement improvements to the process, cost optimization.

During your internship, you will get the opportunity to get to know HEINEKEN as a company, also outside your department. We give you 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 terms of employment

• Preferred starting date is Sep ’25 (exact start in consultation)
• The internship is fulltime (in consultation also 4 days a week possible)
• The duration of the internship is 4/6 months (in consultation with your internship supervisor)
• You are registered at an educational institution
• It is a practice-oriented internship, but thesis opportunities can be discussed.
• You will be based in Schiphol (close to Amsterdam)
• You will receive an internship fee of €650 (WO)
• You will enjoy 2 vacation days per month (based on fulltime)
• If you do not have a student OV product, your commuting expenses will be fully reimbursed

The start of your internship

Together with a diverse group of interns from different departments, you will start your internship at HEINEKEN. Together you will be introduced to the organization. Don’t miss the drinks on Thursday to relax with your colleagues over a beer and some snacks.

The unique you!

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a related field.
• Interest in road freight or transportation management is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to drive continuous improvement.
• Proficiency in data analysis.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and departments.

Conditions of HEINEKEN

1. You are enrolled at an educational institution.
2. 1. 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.
   2. In case of EU nationality, you may also be registered as an intern at educational institutions outside the EU.
3. Living in the Netherlands during internship (HEINEKEN does not facilitate housing).

The company

HEINEKEN has been a market leader for more than 150 years. We have a family history and Dutch heritage that we are proud of. This pride is reflected in our entrepreneurship, and we take it with us in everything we do and where we go. We are brand builders and the indispensable link between the breweries and the perfect beer in people's homes or on the terrace.

Together we stand for our core values: passion for quality, enjoying life, and respect for people and the environment. We always advocate responsible alcohol consumption, feel closely connected to Dutch society and local communities, and constantly strive to improve our impact on the planet.

Embracing and celebrating diversity is at the heart of the purpose of HEINEKEN to "brew the joy of true togetherness to inspire a better world." We believe that people as diverse as our brews - including but not limited to gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, nationality, social background, disability, and thinking style - enrich our lives and strengthen our business. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, as we advocate for a culture of belonging that provides fair and equal opportunities for all.

Any feedback on this job posting? Please email werkenbijheinekennederland@heineken.com

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