Do you want to be part of building a world-class Global Business Services organization and enable FrieslandCampina to thrive in the global market through speed, scalability, and technological expertise?

As a GDBS trainee, you will work in an international environment, collaborating with colleagues across the globe. During this three-year traineeship program, you will contribute to transformative projects such as driving commercial effectiveness, implementing cutting-edge business applications, and supporting decision-making through business intelligence and predictive analytics solutions.

Please note that in order to participate in our Traineeship Program, you need to have a completed Bachelor's or Master's degree before the start date (1st of March, 2027). Ongoing university studies are not required during the Traineship, which serves as our Graduate Program. 

What we ask:

Hard requirements:

• 0-2 years of work experience (PTP/Procurement operations or purchasing experience in an international environment is an advantage)
• Strong academic background from a relevant university
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a Supply Chain/Procurement/Business/Finance related field (completed degree before the 1st of March, 2027)
• Interest in/exposure to competitive bidding (RFQ/RFP) and supplier & requester interactions
• Experience with Coupa and/or Autonomous Sourcing tool or any other sourcing tool is an advantage
• Fluency in English

Personality & Mindset:

• Reflective, adaptable and eager to learn
• Collaborative mindset
• Structured execution, priorization and SLA focus
• Open to relocation (domestic/international)
• Relevant extracurricular, internship or work experience that shows leadership potential
• Analytical capability
• Comfortable working in digital tools; rapid learning of Autonomous Sourcing tool workflows
• Ability to handle pressure in fast-paced environments

What we offer:

• Two challenging roles in your home country, each lasting 18 months, where you can contribute to business priorities and build broad GDBS experience
• An extensive virtual learning journey together with a global cohort of trainees from different countries and functions
• A strong trainee community where you can build an international network and learn from peers across the business
• A fast start to your development by strengthening your business acumen, supply chain expertise and leadership capabilities

Vacancy description:

As a GDBS Trainee in our global PTP team, you will contribute to FrieslandCampina's global business services organization, gaining hands-on experience across procurement and end-to-end Procure-to-Pay processes. Through rotations within GDBS, you will develop a broad understanding of how sourcing, purchasing, process excellence, and service operations support business performance across a global organization.

During the traineeship, you will work on improving operational processes, supporting stakeholders across different markets, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement and PtP landscape. You will gain exposure to digital procurement tools, process governance, supplier interactions, and cross-functional collaboration while building a strong foundation for an international career.

Example rotations include:

Tactical Buying Specialist
Support the execution of competitive sourcing events for tail spend categories, working closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers across different markets. You will help manage the end-to-end sourcing process, from validating purchase requests and identifying potential suppliers to coordinating RFQs, evaluating bids, and supporting award decisions. Along the way, you will gain hands-on experience with procurement systems and digital sourcing tools, learn how to balance cost, quality, and compliance considerations, and develop strong stakeholder management and analytical skills in a fast-paced global environment.

PtP Process Specialist:
Contribute to the continuous improvement and standardization of Procure-to-Pay processes across FrieslandCampina's global organization. You will work with operational and process experts to analyze performance, identify improvement opportunities, support process documentation and governance activities, and help drive initiatives that enhance efficiency, compliance, and user experience. Through close collaboration with cross-functional teams, you will gain insight into how global business services operate and how process excellence supports business performance at scale.

Whether your passion lies in procurement, process excellence, operational improvement, or global business services, this traineeship offers a unique opportunity to accelerate your career while making a meaningful impact across FrieslandCampina's international procurement and PtP organization.

You will join a global trainee cohort with talents from different functions, countries and backgrounds. Together, you will be part of an energetic learning community where you can exchange ideas, share experiences and build a strong network across FrieslandCampina. In your day-to-day role, you will be supported by your team and line manager, while the broader trainee community gives you the opportunity to learn from different perspectives and discover how our business comes together across the globe.