Operations Leadership Traineeship (HBO)
Application Deadline: Wednesday 28th January @ 9am
In a nutshell:
About to graduate and ready to make an impact in a fast-paced, innovative environment? Join us to shape the future of online grocery shopping!
During this Operations Leadership Traineeship, we’ll coach you to become a confident and inspiring Supervisor in our Fulfilment and Distribution Centers in The Netherlands.
As a Supervisor Trainee at Picnic, we will train you to manage daily operations and help you develop your leadership skills as an Operations Supervisor leading a team of over 100 people each day.
This two-year traineeship will offer you the chance to experience a fast-evolving operation where technology meets teamwork. You will also have the opportunity to work at various types of locations (manual, semi automated and automated) and even at an international Fulfilment Centre (e.g., Paris, Berlin, Hamburg), sharing insights and learning from global teams.
This traineeship includes four growth-focused rotations:
What you’ll do:
About you
You are a HBO/ Bachelor degree graduate with a specific interest in logistics and supply chain
You have 0-2 years of full-time work experience
You gained your first leadership experience with for example a board year, committee work, internships or voluntary projects
You're fluent in English.
You're ready for a hands-on, operationally-focused role
You do not shy away from early morning or weekend Supervisor shifts
You're eager to make an impact and grow in an innovative company
You have an EU working permit
Picnic Perks
You'll receive a competitive compensation package, including:
25 vacation days per year to recharge your batteries
The option to lease a car
Breakfast and lunch (or dinner at the FC) as well as delicious snacks and drinks available at all Picnic locations
A flexible company pension plan called “Doenpensioen” at a.s.r.
Picnic laptop and smartphone
An awesome scale-up atmosphere with the freedom to drive your own projects and the opportunity to have an impact!
The chance to work in an international environment with motivated team members & legendary company events
Many internal learning and development possibilities as well as professional soft skill & leadership trainings at a specialized external party
Important dates
Start Traineeship: 6th April 2026
Final application deadline: Wednesday 28th January @ 9am
Traineeship Selection Days: Between 23rd to 27th February 2026
The Selection process
Apply with your resume (CV) and your video pitch
Instructions video pitch:
Introduce yourself in a short video in English and let us know why you are the best match for this position! Please share a link to the video with us (YouTube, WeTransfer, Drive etc.).
- Keep it short and spontaneous, max. 2 minutes
- No fancy editing skills required: Grab your phone or webcam and let's do this!
- Introduce yourself and tell us why you should be one of the Operations Leadership Traineeship participants
- Explain to us why you are motivated to work in a warehouse environment!
- E-mail us if you have any questions regarding the video
Online assessment and video pitch (if you hadn't sent it already)
Virtual interview with a Recruiter
Selection Day
Do you have any remaining questions? Feel free to contact recruiter Kate via email (kate.conboye@teampicnic.com) or LinkedIn.
FAQ's:
What is the location of this Traineeship?
For this program, you will receive a full-time job offer based one of our warehouses in The Netherlands (Utrecht, Rotterdam, Eindhoven, Zwolle, Heerenveen, Geldermalsen)
How long in advance should I apply?
The earlier you submit your application, the faster you’ll know if you are selected for the selection days
What shall I do if I am in my final year of studies but I will not graduated by April 2026?
Earlier or later start dates may be possible. We’ll discuss together which start date suits you best if you are not yet finished your final year.
