At METRO, we’re more than a global food wholesaler. We are ONE METRO: a diverse team of over 84,000 colleagues across 34 countries, united by one mission: enabling our 15 million customers to create meaningful moments in hospitality and independent trade. 

We shape the M with passion, commitment, and growth mindset. This means taking on responsibility, making our company your company and creating a business together that remains true to its roots but always seeks new solutions.

About our programme:

Our traineeship programme is designed to bring you fast-track into a senior expert role in your chosen field. As a trainee, you will have the chance to work in specialized areas, exciting projects and gain exposure to different departments and leaders. In addition, you can complete an assignment in one of our METRO countries abroad, providing a truly international experience.

During your stint in the Corporate Strategy Department, you will accompany strategic projects with high impact on our operational entities. You will support in market research, create analysis and apply quantitative and qualitative modelling to prepare decisions on the matter. Further on, you will support the transformation initiatives und thus learn high-impact project leadership with advanced stakeholder management aligning regions and functions. During your stint in our Food Service Distribution function, you will develop an industry-exclusive expertise around strategic and operational delivery excellence, including transportation planning and fleet structure, route profitability and related technological infrastructure. From a corporate perspective, you will join our seasoned experts in supporting our international wholesale entities by evaluating their local strategies and leveraging best practices. 

Further details on our programme:

• 18 months duration starting on 1 October 2026 
• International assignment in a METRO country 
• Constant functional and skills training 
• Unlimited contract
• Networking events

What you need to bring to the table to be eligible: 

• A master's degree in business/economics with a specialization in strategy, logistics, or a related field with very good grades 
• Relevant internships in above mentioned area, ideally in multi-national corporations or strategy consulting 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to oversee complexity 
• Ability to learn quickly, adaptability to new and changing environments, open and pro-active personality  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills towards various target groups 
• Advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office 365 
• Fluency in English (min. B2); other European language skill is a plus

Additional information: 

In return, we offer an unlimited contract right from the start, a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work in teams of highly motivated and experienced professionals. 

To apply, please submit your resume and a motivational letter for your chosen work field, and why you would be a good fit for this programme.  

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career opportunity and are ready to take your first step into the world of business, we encourage you to apply for our trainee programme. Join METRO and start your journey as a Corporate Trainee today! Shape the future of METRO together with us!

What we offer:

• Work-life balance: Flexible working hours with the option of mobile working in agreement with your line manager, 30 days of holidays. 
• Training: A comprehensive training offer via our own training center or externally. 
• Well-being: Health days with lots of health checks and information about your well-being, company medical care including a range of preventive services, such as flu shots, OTHEB employee assistance program. 
• Exciting life on campus: Free gym and sports classes, Rioba coffee bar, canteen with discounted meals for employees, many campus events. 
• Discounts: discounted Jobticket as well as discounts in our wholesale stores and at many partner companies. 
• Comfort: Good transport connections, free parking spaces, JobBike.  
• Company pension plan: You will receive a contribution to your company pension.
• Family driven: Three daycare centers for children on campus, support of holiday camps for children of employees.