Company Description
METRO is a leading international food wholesaler which specialises in serving the needs of hotels, restaurants, and caterers (HoReCa) as well as independent merchants (Traders). Around the world, METRO has approx. 15 million customers who benefit from the wholesale company’s unique multichannel mix: customers can purchase their goods in one of the large stores in their area as well as by delivery (Food Service Distribution, FSD) – all digitally supported and connected. In parallel, METRO MARKETS is being developed as an international online marketplace for the needs of professional customers which has been growing and expanding continuously since 2019. Acting sustainably is one of the company principles of METRO which has been listed in various sustainability indices and rankings, including MSCI, Sustainalytics and CDP. METRO operates in more than 30 countries and employs over 85,000 people worldwide. In financial year 2023/24, METRO generated sales of €31 billion.
At METRO, we have set ourselves ambitious goals with our “sCore” growth strategy which is closely accompanied by our Fundamentals. These shared values provide us with rules of conduct that are binding for everyone at METRO, in all countries and companies. Our commitment to wholesale is at the forefront of our mission, and we are constantly striving to improve. With our ONE METRO spirit, everyone stands together, bringing curiosity, determination, courage, drive, commitment, and trust. Find out more about METRO at careers.metroag.de.
Job Description
Start date: April 2025
Duration: 24 months
Working hours: 20 hours per week
In the Communication & Activation Global Own Brand team, you will be responsible for increasing the Own Brands visibility across countries, channels, and touchpoints.
You will follow up the development of the global communication packages and the tracking of the OB performance in countries.
What you can expect:
- You will support the Own Brand Communication Manager in designing and implementing sales & activation materials for key Own Brands (METRO Chef, METRO Professional, Rioba, Fine Life).
- You will coordinate marketing activities with external service providers (agencies, photographers), as well be part of internal cross-functional teams (Marketing, Sales Force, Digital team).
- You will work together with SoMe team for the content preparation of the different digital channels.
- Ongoing support of countries’ Own Brand teams.
Qualifications
What we are looking for:
- Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's degree program for a period of two more year in a relevant study field.
- Thinks outside the box, relishes brainstorming innovative communication strategies, and enjoys crafting engaging content for the brand portfolio.
- Knowledge of different communication methods and related customer behaviors, especially on digital touchpoints (SoMe and Websites) .
- Thrives in international environments and fosters seamless collaboration within cross-functional teams.
- Good with project management and communication with different internal/external stakeholders.
- Structured way of working self independently.
- Fluent in English¸ enabling effective communication and collaboration.
Additional Information
Why it is fun with us
- You are part of an international and experienced team with a high degree of personal responsibility and independence in a friendly, highly dynamic, and proactive environment.
- You will gain insight into the management holding of an international, listed retail group and work operationally on challenging projects
- We actively support you in your professional development and promote your potential through collegial coaching and advice.
- We offer you flexible home office solutions, employee discounts in our wholesale stores as well as an attractive compensation package.
Have we aroused your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your application in English.
METRO is an equal opportunity employer. We offer all qualified employees and applicants identical chances.
