Merchandising intern

Join Coty’s In-Store Excellence team in the Amsterdam Hub as an intern supporting the day-to-day operational execution of the Consumer Beauty business across EDM and Benelux markets. You will work closely with stakeholders across the organization, supporting merchandising execution, preparing materials, and helping ensure that in-store projects are delivered smoothly and on time. This internship offers hands-on experience in merchandising operations, trade marketing, and cross-functional collaboration in an international environment.

About the role

Coty is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented intern to join the In-Store Excellence team in the Amsterdam Hub. In this role, you will support the day-to-day operational execution of the Consumer Beauty business across EDM and Benelux markets. You will work closely with several stakeholders across the organization, supporting merchandising execution, preparing materials, and ensuring that in-store projects are delivered smoothly and on time. This internship offers hands-on experience in merchandising operations, trade marketing, and cross-functional collaboration in an international environment.

Responsibilities

Operational & Merchandising Support

• Support the preparation and follow-up of Service Rounds (planning, materials, tracking updates)
• Assist in building planogram briefing presentations (PPTs)
• Check and validate planograms and artworks to ensure consistency with guidelines
• Create assortment lists per planogram and support product selection accuracy

Data, Reporting & Administration

• Maintain and update IN/OUT product lists
• Review and check different operational documents to ensure accuracy
• Support PPT preparation for kick-offs, retailer meetings, and internal updates
• Prepare and structure information for internal and external communication

Market & Execution Support

• Manage and follow up on Etos Meldingenformulier (notifications form)
• Support translation of artworks, claims, and materials into Dutch
• Assist in ensuring correct execution of guidelines across markets

Ad-hoc & Office Support

• If needed, support artwork creation / simple adaptations
• If needed, support product ordering via NRO process
• Handle package preparation and shipping from the office
• Provide general team support on day-to-day operational needs

Profile

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor or Master (Business, Marketing or similar)
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills
• Hands-on, proactive and willing to take ownership of tasks
• Comfortable working with Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team
• Fluent in English and Dutch

Required skills

• Ownership & reliability: You take responsibility for your tasks and follow through
• Attention to detail: You ensure accuracy across multiple documents and processes
• Proactive mindset: You anticipate needs and support before being asked
• Team player: You collaborate easily and support others with a service mindset

What you will learn

• End-to-end view of in-store execution and merchandising processes
• Strong exposure to Consumer Beauty merchandising and retail execution
• Exposure to international markets (EDM & BNL)
• Experience working with cross-functional teams (Sales, Marketing, Finance, Agencies)

Benefits

• Great opportunities to work in a dynamic international team and support end-to-end projects
• Internship allowance, NS business card (if you were not eligible for a student public transport card), staff discount of Coty products, access to Coty Academy
• Convenient office location near Amsterdam Zuid station with in-house events
• First-hand knowledge about the beauty industry

About Coty

Coty is one of the world’s largest beauty companies with an iconic portfolio of brands across fragrances, color cosmetics, skincare, and body care.