Internship - Global Paper Packaging Procurement

Internship - Global Paper Packaging Procurement - September 2025

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

You will be working closely with the Global Category Manager for Paper Labels to run a large transformation program:

• Connect with Operating Companies to gather information and data
• Work closely with other HEINEKEN departments to steer on progress
• Analyse business cases and follow up
• Part of the transformation is setting up a regional tender. You will support the Category Manager

If you like to get responsibility than this is the place to be! Next to being part of the full E2E transformation program you will learn more on the core procurement processes.

During your internship, you will get the opportunity to get to know HEINEKEN as a company, also outside your department. We give you the trust and freedom, so you can work like a real entrepreneur. We like to bring the outside world inside and therefore we embrace new, fresh ideas with enthusiasm. Of course, always with the guidance that is right for you.

The department

You will be part of the Paper Packaging team within HEINEKEN Global Procurement. It is a dynamic team, which consists of 4 people overlooking and being responsible for sourcing all Paper packaging for more than 70+ operating countries.

It is an interesting market, which you will be part of as Paper Packaging is THE packaging solution.

The growing consumer consciousness and shifting consumer preference for sustainable packaging, along with the stringent regulations imposed by several environmental protection authorities on plastic use, are the major factors expected to drive the paper packaging market. 

The terms of employment

• Your starting date is 1st of September 2025
• The internship is fulltime (in consultation 4 days a week possible)
• The duration of the internship is 6 months (in consultation with your internship supervisor)
• It is a practice-oriented internship
• You will be based at Schiphol
• During your internship, you have the flexibility to work 2 to 3 days from home (on fulltime basis)
• You will receive an internship fee of €650 gross pm based on 40 hours per week
• You will enjoy 2 vacation days per month (based on fulltime)
• If you do not have a student OV product, your commuting expenses will be fully reimbursed

The unique you!

• Business/Procurement understanding
• Proficient at PowerPoint, SharePoint, Excel, Power BI
• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal in English
• Excellent analytical skills
• Flexible and adaptable, able to deal with time pressure & stress
• Ownership mindset
• Team player and gets energy in working with different nationalities/cultures

We believe that everyone has unique talents and are therefore looking for you!

• WO education
• Curious about Procurement

Conditions of HEINEKEN

1. You are enrolled at an educational institution.
1. In the case of non-EU nationality, you must be registered as an intern with a Dutch educational institution, from which we receive proof of enrollment for the current academic year from you.
2. In case of EU nationality, you may also be registered as an intern at educational institutions outside the EU.
2. Living in the Netherlands during internship (HEINEKEN does not facilitate housing).

Interested?
Great! For more information about this vacancy or about the application process, please contact werkenbijheinekennederland@heineken.com or you can apply right now.

Are you unsure if there is a perfect match? If so, we would still encourage you to apply!

Working at HEINEKEN

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.

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