Stage Assistant International Sales Area Manager Confectionery

<p><strong><span>Go and check the Nestlé Youth Entrepreneurship Platform: </span></strong><span><a><strong>www.nestleyouthentrepreneurship.com</strong></a></span></p> <p><strong><span>#VisitNestlé #NestléneedsYOUth #Innovation #YEP</span></strong></p> <p><strong><span> </span></strong></p> <p><strong><span>Position Snapshot</span></strong><span> </span></p> <ul> <li><span>Nestlé in Italy, Milan HQ</span></li> <li><span>Undergraduates or graduates </span><span>in </span><span>Economics, Statistics, Engineering, Business Administration <span>or related fields</span></span></li> <li><span>Nestlé welcomes people with disability</span></li> <li><span>Fluent in both Italian and English, while Spanish or Portuguese can be a plus </span></li> <li><span>Full-time internship (6 months)</span></li> <li><span>Start date: </span><span>December 2025</span></li> </ul> <p><em><span>Are you passionate about the FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) and eager to make your mark in the international sales arena? Are you keen in working with confectionery products and want to contribute to the growth of a prominent player in the industry? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!</span></em></p> <p><strong><span>Position Summary</span></strong></p> <p><span>The candidate will have the opportunity to support the International Sales Team working in the Confectionery Business operating on the Brands Perugina® and Baci Perugina®. The candidate will support the International Sales Team in the definition, planning, execution and monitoring of commercial plans in the assigned area.</span></p> <p><strong><span>Job Overview </span></strong></p> <p><span>As Assistant International Sales Area Manager, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Area Manager in developing the business, making country analysis, executing go-to-market strategies, and establishing successful partnerships with key business partners. </span></p> <p><span>This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the dynamic world of confectionery sales and contribute to our global business. </span></p> <p><strong><span>Deliverables</span></strong></p> <ul> <li><span>Coordinate exchange of information and sales materials with our distribution partners and customers (samples, product certifications, product images, catalogues …); </span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span>Support International Sales Area Manager in coordinating with distribution partners the local commercial plans monitoring execution and budget;</span></li> <li><span>Support the International Sales Area Manager on the forecast &amp; orders activity, performance data analysis, providing actionable insights to enhance sales productivity and revenue generation;</span></li> <li><span>Support the International Sales Area Manager in developing and executing a proper Brand support package for our distribution partners (i.e. Digital assets, POS materials etc.);</span></li> <li><span>Conduct comprehensive country analysis, including market research, industry trends, competitor insights, consumer behavior trends, to identify new opportunities for growth;</span></li> <li><span>Support International Sales Area Manager in developing and implementing go-to-market strategies tailored to each country, taking into consideration local market trends and consumer preferences;</span></li> <li><span>Prepare professional presentations for business partners, stakeholders, and internal teams, communicating key strategies and progress updates effectively;</span></li> <li><span>Engage with cross-functional teams, such as Marketing, Customer Development Team, Supply Chain, to ensure a coordinated approach to market penetration and growth;</span></li> </ul> <h2><strong><span>What will make you successful</span></strong></h2> <ul> <li><span>Undergraduates or graduates </span><span>in Economics, Statistics, Engineering, Business Administration or related fields;</span></li> </ul> <ul> <li><span>Highly organized, problem-solving, analytical and quantitative mindset;</span></li> <li><span>Curiosity and a strong interest in the FMCG industry, particularly in the confectionery;</span></li> <li><span>Excellent communication and presentation skills, with proficiency in both English and Italian;</span></li> <li><span>Strong analytical mindset and data-driven decision-making abilities;</span></li> <li><span>Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, dynamic environment;</span></li> <li><span>Ability to work collaboratively in a multicultural environment, capable of developing effective relationships with all stakeholders; </span></li> <li><span>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.);</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span>Join our team and play your role in developing our Brands. If you are ready to embark on an exciting journey in shaping and developing a global business, we encourage you to apply!</span></p> <p><span>To apply, please submit your updated resume and a cover letter outlining y