Working Student - Business Analyst Commercial

Picnic; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 16,531 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Startup‑friendly environment

Diverse, international team

Lunch & Learn sessions

Team trainings and development

Company ski trip and social events

Job summary

Picnic in Amsterdam is seeking a Working Student – Business Analyst Commercial. You’ll analyze data, identify opportunities, and support commercial strategies while balancing your Master’s program in a relevant field.

You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, build models for real-time improvements, and explain complex analytics clearly. Proficiency in SQL and Python is expected or will be learned, and English fluency is required. Minimum 16 hours per week for at least 4 months.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a Master’s program in a relevant field (Aerospace, Mechanical, Industrial, Automation or Production Engineering; Mathematics; Econometrics; AI; or equivalent).
• Passion for data analytics and business consulting.
• Comfortable in fast-paced environments.
• Ability to explain complex analytical concepts to stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills to translate plans into digestible information.
• Proficiency with SQL and Python or willingness to learn.
• Fluent in English (French is a plus) and EU citizenship.
• Available for minimum 16 h per week for at least 4 months.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data to identify opportunities and support strategies.
• Help drive operational improvements and build models for real-time decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions.

Skills

SQL

Python

Data analytics

English

Education

Master’s program (relevant field)

Job description

Working Student – Business Analyst Commercial

Location: Amsterdam

In a nutshell

As a Business Analyst Working Student at Picnic, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, tackling complex challenges with fresh, groundbreaking solutions. This role is all about driving impact—you’ll analyze data, help identify opportunities, and support strategies that push boundaries and redefine the grocery shopping experience. You’ll join a dynamic and collaborative team in a fast‑paced, innovative environment.

Tricks of the trade

• Solving real-life puzzles: Tackle critical business questions that shape Picnic’s business model every day.
• Enabling: Achieve operational excellence by approaching challenges with a data‑driven and analytical mindset.
• Building: Create and optimize models for real‑time improvements.
• Communicating: Work effectively with different teams to deliver impactful and sustainable solutions.
• Owning your projects: Take initiative by challenging the status quo and rethinking how things are done. Just because it’s been done that way doesn’t mean it’s the best way. Try us!

Your superpowers

• You are currently enrolled in a Master’s program in Aerospace, Mechanical, Industrial, Automation or Production Engineering; Mathematics; Econometrics; AI; or equivalent.
• Passion for data analytics and business consulting.
• You are comfortable in fast‑paced environments.
• You have the ability to explain complex analytical concepts in a comprehensible manner to various stakeholders.
• Your communication skills allow you to convert abstract plans into digestible information.
• Proficiency with SQL and Python or are excited to learn.
• You are fluent in both written and verbal English (French is a plus) and have an EU citizenship available.
• Available for minimum 16 h per week for a minimum 4 months, preferably more.

Depending on your performance, we can discuss further opportunities at Picnic!

Picnic Perks

• Every expert was once a beginner! You’ll have plenty of chances to grow, whether it’s through our casual Lunch & Learn sessions or team‑specific trainings. We’re especially keen on keeping great talent around: perform well as a working student, and we would love to explore transitioning you into a full‑time role.
• Make a difference. You’ll work in an awesome startup environment with the freedom to drive your own projects and create a visible impact. Our fully electric vehicles and sustainable business model mean you’ll also be contributing to making the world a better place.
• Teamwork makes the dream work. With more than 80 nationalities across 3 countries, you’ll be part of a diverse company with plenty of cool stuff to get involved with, from board game evenings to after‑work drinks to our company ski trip and more!
• Fresh lunch, coffee, and snacks. Our offices are equipped with fully‑featured coffee bars and a kitchen and chefs. They prepare delicious fresh and warm lunches every day so you can keep your energy up.
• Stay healthy. Mental health is important. As well as having the option to speak with Picnic colleagues who act as confidential advisors, our collaboration with OpenUp gives you easy access to professional psychologists, along with workshops and materials. There are plenty of sports communities and events to get involved with, from tennis to yoga to climbing!
• Attractive package. We offer competitive compensation and a pension plan that looks out for your future self.