Internship Global Paper Packaging Procurement

Heineken; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 6,700 - 7,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly internship allowance €650 gros

Hybrid work

Travel reimbursements

Schiphol base

Job summary

HEINEKEN Global Procurement offers an internship in Amsterdam starting February 2027 within the Paper Packaging category. You will build category handbooks, analyze costs, and develop business cases, gaining exposure to global packaging strategy.

You’ll work closely with a small team, receive guidance, and have space to bring your own ideas. Requirements include English proficiency, analytical ability, and a curious mindset; the internship runs 5–6 months with a hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Curious mindset and willingness to raise the bar.
• Proficient at PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, Power BI and AI tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Team player and energized by working with diverse nationalities/cultures.
• WO education.

Responsibilities

• Build category handbooks covering supplier markets, production processes, supply chains and packaging costs.
• Support sourcing projects by analysing what packaging should cost, from raw materials to production.
• Develop business cases for productivity and transformation initiatives.
• Contribute research and insights to our global Paper Packaging strategy.

Skills

Curious mindset

Excellent communication in English

Excellent analytical skills

Team player

Education

WO education

Tools

PowerPoint

SharePoint

Excel

Power BI

AI tools

Job description

Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands

Function: Procurement

Internship Global Paper Packaging Procurement – February 2027

HEINEKEN is looking for you!

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. 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

Working closely with the Category Leader Paper Packaging, you will:

• Build category handbooks covering supplier markets, production processes, supply chains and packaging costs.
• Support sourcing projects by analysing what packaging should cost, from raw materials to production.
• Develop business cases for productivity and transformation initiatives.
• Contribute research and insights to our global Paper Packaging strategy.

You’ll take ownership of your projects, with guidance from the team and space to bring your own ideas

The department

You’ll join a four-person Paper Packaging team within HEINEKEN Global Procurement, responsible for sourcing paper packaging for more than 70 countries. From labels to corrugated and multipacks, you’ll explore how materials, production processes and supplier choices influence cost and supply. It’s a small team with a global reach—and an opportunity to see how local business needs are translated into international sourcing decisions

During your internship, you’ll have every opportunity to get to know HEINEKEN as an organization, not just within your own team, but across departments. We trust and empower you to work with an entrepreneurial mindset. At HEINEKEN, we love bringing the outside world in and welcome fresh, new ideas with open arms. Of course, we’ll make sure you get the guidance that suits you.

Whatadayin theinternshipcouldlook like

Ever wondered how the labels, corrugated and multipacks on supermarket shelves come together? Start your day with the Paper Packaging team, then join a supplier call or explore how a smarter packaging design could reduce costs and create value for the business. After lunch with colleagues, you might test how AI could help prepare a negotiation or share your findings with procurement colleagues in another country. Bring your curiosity—we’ll help you turn fresh ideas into practical solutions.

We believe everyone has unique talents, which is why we’re looking for you! Energy, drive and the ambition to grow are what make the difference at HEINEKEN. In addition, you bring:

• Curious mindset and willing to raise the bar
• Proficient at PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, Power BI, AI tools
• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal in English
• Excellent analytical skills
• Team player and gets energy in working with different nationalities/cultures
• WO education

Conditions of HEINEKEN

• You are enrolled at an educational institution for the entire duration of your internship and can provide proof of enrollment for the current academic year during your onboarding.
• In the case of non-EU nationality, you must be registered as an intern with a Dutch educational institution.
• In case of EU nationality, you may also be registered as an intern at educational institutions outside the EU.
• You reside in the Netherlands for the entire duration of your internship. Please note that HEINEKEN does not provide housing.
• You are in possession of a valid citizen service number (BSN).

Our Internship Conditions

During your time as an intern at HEINEKEN, you’ll work in a dynamic environment where growing and learning are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we brew your future step by step. In addition, we offer you:

• A full-time internship (in consultation 4 days a week possible), starting on February 1, 2027
• The duration of the internship is 5 or 6 months (to be agreed upon with your internship supervisor)
• Your home office will be located at Schiphol (end of Q2 2027 Amsterdam tbc)
• At HEINEKEN, we work with a hybrid model, typically spending three days a week at the office and two days working from home
• You will receive a monthly internship allowance of €650 gross based on a 40-hour workweek
• You will earn 2 vacation days per month (based on a full-time internship)
• If you do not have a public transport student subscription, your commuting costs will be fully reimbursed

Interested?

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 Heineken 0.0, Apple Bandit, 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.