Global Graduate Program Commerce

Global Graduate Program

Explore our world, Explore your Future

Are you ready to embark on an adventurous journey and explore the world of HEINEKEN? We are excited to announce the launch of our Global Graduate Program – designed to fast track your career and develop you into a future leader at one of the world’s most renowned brands.

About the Program:
Our Global Graduate Program (GGP) is a three-year path which consists of three rotations, each lasting six months, and will take place within your chosen area: Commerce. After the rotations, you’ll have the opportunity to spend the next 18-months working in a role within your home operating company in Vialonga, Sociedade Central de Cervejas e Bebidas

• Rotation 1: Set off in the HEINEKEN operating company of application in Vialonga, Sociedade Central de Cervejas e Bebidas. Here, you’ll gain a solid foundation in your specific function and an understanding of our operations, strategy, and culture.
• Rotation 2: Continue in Vialonga, Sociedade Central de Cervejas e Bebidas of application with a cross-functional assignment, widening your perspective and understanding of different business areas and how they interconnect.
• Rotation 3: Broaden your horizons with an international assignment, enhancing your global mindset and cultural adaptability.
• Landing Role: Now you’ve got all the tools, it’s time for you to apply what you’ve learnt in a management position within your country of application in Vialonga, Sociedade Central de Cervejas e Bebidas. Every day will bring a chance to continue with your growth and development.

A Handful of (Program) Highlights:

• A Great Graduate Community: Join a vibrant network of graduates from around the world, sharing experiences and learning together.
• Support and Mentorship: Learn from former graduates and senior leaders who will guide and support you on your path.
• Extensive Learning Journey: Engage in a thorough learning and development program designed to help you become your best self.
• A Vast Range of Assignments: Experience a variety of assignments that will challenge and inspire you, giving you a broader understanding of our business.

Commerce

Experience the world of Commerce through two exciting journeys: Marketing and Sales. This is your chance to learn, grow, and make an impact alongside some of the most iconic brands in the Portuguese market.

In Marketing, you will contribute to the development of brand strategies, support product initiatives across categories such as beers, waters, and ciders, and help bring ideas to life alongside global teams and local consumers. From market research to brand experiences, this area is where creativity meets strategy to create meaningful connections with people.

In Sales, you will explore how our brands reach customers and consumers everywhere, while contributing to initiatives that strengthen brand visibility and activation at the point of sale. This area drives commercial strategy and ensures our products are available, visible, and brought to life through impactful brand activation. It’s about building relationships, delivering excellence in execution, and creating value every day.

Who We’re Searching For:

• Ambitious Individuals: Passionate about building a meaningful career in one of our key functions.
• Open and Adventurous: Ready to embrace new challenges and explore diverse experiences.
• Leadership Potential: Prepared to take initiative, lead projects, and drive change.
  
  

What You Will Learn:

• The HEINEKEN Way: Gain an exclusive insight into our strategic direction and contribute to its execution.
• Project Leadership: Take the lead on projects that drive our business forward.
• Stakeholder & Change Management: Develop the skills needed to manage stakeholders and lead effective and meaningful change.

Criteria & Conditions

• We’re on the lookout for curious minds who know how to plan smart, stay organized, and thrive in a team that’s all about collaboration and good vibes.
• If you love turning numbers into stories and have passion to work with data analysis and statistics predictive model our GGP might be your next big move.
• You’re a recent graduate, with no more than one year of experience in Marketing, Trade Marketing, Sales Analysis or similar areas.
• You hold a Bachelor’s or master’s degree in management, Economics, Marketing or Information Management.
• You speak fluent Portuguese and English, and you’re confident working with Excel (yes, that's mandatory) and curious about Power BI
• Work Rights: The right to work in the country of your program is essential.
• Travel Flexibility: Global exploration can’t happen from home! We require all Explorers to be fully globally mobile.

Your Future at HEINEKEN

So your three year program is over. What now? Upon successfully completing the program, you will have the opportunity to transition into a management role in either your home country or one of our global Operating Companies. Your learning journey doesn’t end here — we offer programs to ensure you continue developing and growing as a leader. Join us and become a leader of tomorrow.

The journey of a lifetime starts with just one step. Are you ready to Explore the world of HEINEKEN? Apply now.

How to Apply & the Selection Process

1. Application Submission:
   1. Upload your CV and cover letter through our application portal. Application period is from September 22th September until 20th of October.
2. Online Assessments:

Take the online assessments. They will be based on situational behaviour scenarios, so no need to prepare anything in advance. A cognitive test is also part of the online assessment. [Starting 21th of October)

3. Interviews:
   1. Upon completing the online assessments, we will be in touch to let you know if your application has been successful. You will then be invited for two interviews. We’re aiming to hold these around [November 2025].
4. Assessment Centre:
   1. Then it’s time for the in-person assessment centre, where you will participate in various activities and evaluations. We’re planning this for November 2025
5. Hiring & Onboarding: Start date 1st of March 2026

Disclaimer:
You can complete the Online Assessment only once. If you apply to multiple GGP positions within the same country, you may receive several invitations, but the assessment is identical and accessible only a single time.Your result will be linked to the first position you applied for and visible only to recruiters for that specific role (e.g., GGP Finance, GGP Commerce).To avoid confusion and ensure your results align with your preference, we recommend applying to only one GGP position per country.

Joining HEINEKEN

Upon successfully completing all stages, you will receive an offer to join HEINEKEN’s Global Graduate Program. Cheers, and best of luck!

“Embracing and celebrating diversity is core to HEINEKEN’s purpose of “brewing the joy of true togetherness to inspire a better world. We believe that people as diverse as our brews – including and not limited to gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religious belief, 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 champion a culture of belonging that provides fair and equal opportunities for all.”