Buyer Development Program: Innovation and Sustainability

Danone is seeking a Buyer Development Program intern in Hoofddorp, Netherlands, focusing on Innovation and Sustainability. The role involves supporting project managers on dairy ingredient projects, contributing to cost savings, and generating data reports. Ideal candidates are Master students in relevant fields with strong Excel skills and excellent communication abilities. The position offers a hybrid working environment, along with a competitive internship allowance and career development opportunities.
About Danone:
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We're a global company that operates in more than 130 markets worldwide. Our portfolio includes some of the most recognized consumer brands in the world, such as Evian, Alpro, Nutricia, Activia and Nutrilon. At Danone, we're committed to making a positive impact on society and the environment through our business practices.
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About This Role:
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This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to gain hands-on experience in a real-world setting. You will be working closely with our Global Cycles and Procurement Agriculture and Sustainability team to support senior buyers with day-to-day business, focusing on our partnership program within the category of dairy ingredients.
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Your Key Responsibilities:
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• Support project managers in working on 2 or 3 projects from the Innovation, Productivity and Sustainability program">
• Contribute to achieving cost savings through leading productivity projects">
• Track and communicate results to stakeholders (Global & Regional procurement, operations, quality, R&D and senior management)">
• Generate data reports from projects carried out by the team">
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About You:
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To succeed in this role, you should have proficient knowledge of Excel and be an analytical self-starter who is always looking for opportunities to learn and develop. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work autonomously while being a valuable team member are essential.
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Requirements:
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• Currently enrolled as a Master student pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Entrepreneurship, Data Science, or a related field">
• Proficient knowledge of Excel; PowerBi is a plus">
• Excellent Communication skills">
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects">
• Able to work autonomously while being a valuable team member">
• Fluent in English">
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What We Offer:
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In addition to gaining invaluable hands-on experience at a large multinational organization, we offer a competitive gross internship allowance, home working allowance, public transport travel card, hybrid working environment, career advice opportunities, international environment, and active internship community.