Merchandising intern

IN-STORE EXCELLENCE INTERN

AMSTERDAM HUB (Consumer Beauty focus | EDM & BNL)

ABOUT THE ROLE

Coty is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Intern to join the In-Store Excellence team in the Amsterdam Hub.

In this role, you will support the day-to-day operational execution of our Consumer Beauty business across EDM and Benelux markets. 

You will work closely with several stakeholders across the organization, supporting merchandising execution, preparing materials, and ensuring that in-store projects are delivered smoothly and on time.

This internship offers hands-on experience in merchandising operations, trade marketing, and cross-functional collaboration in an international environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational & Merchandising Support

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  Support the preparation and follow-up of Service Rounds (planning, materials, tracking updates)

  
  


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  Assist in building planogram briefing presentations (PPTs)

  
  


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  Check and validate planograms and artworks to ensure consistency with guidelines

  
  


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  Create assortment lists per planogram and support product selection accuracy

  
  

Data, Reporting & Administration

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  Maintain and update IN/OUT product lists

  
  


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  Review and check different operational documents to ensure accuracy

  
  


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  Support PPT preparation for kick-offs, retailer meetings, and internal updates

  
  


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  Prepare and structure information for internal and external communication

  
  

Market & Execution Support

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  Manage and follow up on Etos Meldingenformulier (notifications form)

  
  


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  Support translation of artworks, claims, and materials into Dutch

  
  


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  Assist in ensuring correct execution of guidelines across markets

  
  

Ad-hoc & Office Support

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  If needed, support artwork creation / simple adaptations

  
  


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  If needed, support product ordering via NRO process

  
  


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  Handle package preparation and shipping from the office

  
  


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  Provide general team support on day-to-day operational needs

  
  

YOU ARE A COTY FIT

· Currently enrolled in a Bachelor or Master (Business, Marketing or similar)
· Strong attention to detail and organization skills
· Hands-on, proactive and willing to take ownership of tasks
· Comfortable working with Excel and PowerPoint
· Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team
· Fluent in English and Dutch

REQUIRED SKILLS

· Ownership & reliability: You take responsibility for your tasks and follow through
· Attention to detail: You ensure accuracy across multiple documents and processes
· Proactive mindset: You anticipate needs and support before being asked
· Team player: You collaborate easily and support others with a service mindset

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

· End-to-end view of in-store execution and merchandising processes
· Strong exposure to Consumer Beauty merchandising and retail execution
· Exposure to international markets (EDM & BNL)
· Experience working with cross-functional teams (Sales, Marketing, Finance, Agencies)

OUR BENEFITS

· With this full-time internship for 5-6 months (40 hrs/week) at Coty, you will gain:
· Great opportunities to work in a dynamic international team and support end-to-end projects
· Internship allowance, NS business card (if you were not eligible for a student public transport card), staff discount of Coty products, access to Coty Academy
· Convenient office location (near Amsterdam Zuid station) with lots of fun in-house events
· First-hand knowledge about the beauty industry

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

· Our recruiter will contact you as soon as possible
· A telephone/online introductory meeting follows
· A first online/in-person interview
· You will receive a proposal with the terms of employment

PERIOD

This internship is full-time (40 hours per week), for a duration of 6 months and starts from September 2026 to February 2027. You will receive an internship allowance and NS Business Card if you do not have a student public transport card. The internship can be combined with a thesis (to be managed alongside working hours).

ABOUT COTY

Coty is one of the world’s largest beauty companies with an iconic portfolio of brands across fragrances, color cosmetics, skincare, and body care.

At Coty, we celebrate the entire human kaleidoscope and cultivate a culture of fearless kindness. Therefore, we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer