Job Location: Alba
Company description
Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella®, Tic Tac®, Ferrero Rocher®, Raffaello®, Kinder Bueno® and Kinder Surprise®. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 40,000 dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them.
Diversity Statement
Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.
About the Role:
Are you ready to kickstart your career in Procurement?
We are currently looking for a motivated Master’s student to join our Procurement Supply Chain team for a 6-month Internship that promises real impact and professional growth.
As part of our Italian Business Unit, you’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams, gaining hands-on experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiation. This is more than just an internship — it’s a chance to dive deep into category management, contribute to key projects, and build a strong foundation for your future career.
Main Responsibilities:
The internship involves supporting category strategy and ensuring alignment with budget objectives, conducting market analysis, and evaluating supplier offers. It includes collaborating on purchasing policies and quality standards, tracking sourcing events and savings, and assisting with Purchase Orders and contract updates. The role also covers scouting and selecting suppliers based on cost, quality, and risk, while fostering sustainable supplier relationships. Additionally, the intern will support contract definition and risk mitigation, prepare negotiation scenarios with business and finance teams, and manage the contract lifecycle, including monitoring key performance indicators.
Who we are looking for:
The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Engineering or Business Management and demonstrates a dynamic, proactive attitude. Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills are essential to engage internal stakeholders effectively. The role requires the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, international environment, prioritize tasks, and implement corrective actions when needed. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, procurement platforms, and SAP ERP is expected, along with fluency in both English and Italian.
How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero:
Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. So, to be successful at Ferrero, you’ll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are - dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world.
