Job Description

Nutreco is a part of the SHV family of companies whose purpose is the courage to care for generations to come. Our solutions go beyond nutrition – we provide best-in-class advice and technology to help our customers produce more sustainable food to feed the world's growing population. Feeding the Future goes beyond a purpose – it’s our passion, and we are dedicated to working across the value chain to make it happen. Nutreco has two business lines: Skretting is a leading global provider of innovative aquafeed solutions, revolutionizing aquaculture for a sustainable future. Trouw Nutrition specializes in animal nutrition and is committed to advancing livestock health and productivity through cutting-edge solutions. Welcome to Nutreco - where your skills and expertise can shape a more sustainable future.

We are seeking an IT Vendor & Contract Management Intern to support our IT department in managing vendor relationships, ensuring compliance, and optimizing contract performance. This internship offers valuable insights into procurement, vendor negotiations, and the strategic role of contracts in IT operations.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with IT vendors and service providers
• Monitor and evaluate vendor performance and service levels
• Ensure compliance with contractual terms and service level agreements
• Develop and maintain vendor risk management processes
• Collaborate with internal teams to identify and address vendor-related issues
• Drive continuous improvement in vendor performance and cost-efficiency
• Prepare and present vendor performance reports to senior management.

What We’re Looking For:

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or master’s degree in IT, Business Administration, Procurement, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in M365 Tool Suite, like TEAMS, OneNote, Loops, Planner, Co-Pilot, etc. 
• Interest in IT contract management and vendor relations.
• A proactive and eager-to-learn attitude.
• Willingness to adapt and change with the IT landscape. Being a frontrunner.

Core Requirements:

• Enrolled as a student at a Dutch University during the whole internship period
• Ideally available to start in April 2025 for a minimum of 5 or 6 months
• You are fluent in English - spoken and written
• You are able to work from our office in Boxmeer (twice a week) the rest from home;

At Nutreco, we prioritize providing a seamless and engaging candidate experience. Rest assured; we endeavor to respond to all applications within 5 business days. While our typical hiring process spans approximately 4-6 weeks, please note that the timeline may vary depending on the specific role. For more information regarding this role, you can contact Eniola Apara at eniola.apara@nutreco.com  In case you do apply, we would like to thank you for sharing your ambition with us!