Procurement Intern Procurement Intern

At Nespresso, we believe that we can elevate the world of coffee to drive a positive impact and be a force for good. We place our people at the heart of our success – all 14,000 of them. To achieve this, we live by four behaviors. We Inspire, we Care, we Act, and we iNnovate. Want to be part of this exciting journey? Join the Nespresso team- Reimagine what coffee can be. Reimagine what you can become.  

Position Snapshot 
Location: Romont and Vevey, Switzerland
Company: Nespresso
Act. Rate: Full-Time 
Type of contract: Internship, 6 months  
Start date:
Deadline for applications:

What we offer at Nestlé
International, diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment: Read more about our Nestlé Community
Opportunities to have an impact and contribute to your team's success
Endless learning opportunities and enriching experiences
Strong mentorship for your professional growth 

Position Summary  
We are looking for a Procurement Intern to join our Category procurement team, reporting directly to the Group Manager. You will collaborate with Category managers to support the implementation of sourcing strategies. Your role will include liaising with stakeholders across multiple functions to prepare for sourcing events and assessments. It will involve activities such as negotiation and tender preparation, analyzing spending and market trends, preparing presentations, managing the Procure2Pay platform, and onboarding new suppliers.

A Day in the Life of a Procurement Intern

• Contribute to defining strategy on allocated categories for cost reduction and business evolution
• Provide the Global Category Manager with information and requirements gathered
• Proactively understand business needs within the assigned scope for functional requirements
• Carry out data retrieval and analysis as directed, identifying improvement opportunities
• Interface with suppliers to assist in development or switch out activities, as directed by Category Manager
• Work with Category Managers to integrate sourcing plans into local budgets
• Support the Business Continuity Plan with prioritized material lists for risk analysis

What will make you successful

• Master's degree student or recent graduate in procurement, administration, supply chain management, logistics, finance, or economics
• Knowledge of procurement principles and practices
• Familiarity with supply chain management components, including logistics and supplier relationship management
• Ability to analyze market trends and financial data to make informed decisions
• Communication and negotiation skills for effective interaction with stakeholders
• Proficiency in data analysis tools, such as Excel. Knowledge of procurement software is a plus
• Fluent in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills

Nespresso is committed to the accessibility of its recruitment process. If you require an adaptation during the recruitment process, please do let us know so we can support you effectively. All information will be treated confidentially. 
 
At Nespresso, we've built a culture of care and inclusion, making sure everyone can be their bold selves, while growing with the company. We innovate, dare to try, learn and scale up in a fast paced, digital and connected environment. With a diverse workforce made up of over 90 nationalities across 58 countries, you can be a part of an innovative culture, where supportive people help each other. One where anyone is encouraged to challenge the status quo and have an impact on the future for one of the biggest sustainable companies. Whatever your role, you'll find you can drive real change and spread your enthusiasm. Join the place where you can thrive, you feel, you belong, you are inspired to be and do your best.