Working Student Global Own Brand Communication & Activation (all genders)

METRO is a leading international food wholesaler serving hotels, restaurants, caterers (HoReCa), and independent traders. Around 15 million customers worldwide rely on our unique multichannel offering: shopping in our wholesale stores, delivery through Food Service Distribution, and digital solutions via METRO MARKETS.

Sustainability is a core principle of our business, recognized in several international rankings. With more than 85,000 employees across 30+ countries, METRO generated sales of €31 billion in the 2023/24 financial year.

Through our sCore growth strategy and the ONE METRO spirit, we are shaping the future of wholesale – together, with courage, curiosity, and commitment. Follow us on Instagram (metro_careers), Tiktok (metro_de) and find out more about METRO at careers.metroag.de .

Job Description

Start date: 01.02.2026

Duration: 12 - 24 months 

Working hours:  20h per week, 37,5h possible in the lecture free period

In the Communication & Activation Global Own Brand team, you will be responsible for increasing the Own Brands visibility across countries, channels, and touchpoints.

What you can expect:

• You will follow up the development of the global communication packages and the tracking of the OB performance in countries.
• You will support the Own Brand Communication Manager in designing and implementing sales & activation materials for key Own Brands (METRO Chef, METRO Professional, Rioba, Fine Life)
• You will coordinate marketing activities with external service providers (agencies, photographers), as well be part of internal cross-functional teams (Marketing, Sales Force, Digital team)
• You will work together with SoMe team for the content preparation of the different digital channels
• Ongoing support of countries’ Own Brand teams

Qualifications

• Thinks outside the box, relishes brainstorming innovative communication strategies, and enjoys crafting engaging content for the brand portfolio.
• Knowledge of different communication methods and related customer behaviors, especially on digital touchpoints (SoMe and Websites)
• Thrives in international environments and fosters seamless collaboration within cross-functional teams
• Good with project management and communication with different internal/external stakeholders.
• Structured way of working self independently.
• Fluent in English¸ enabling effective communication and collaboration

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• Work-life balance: Flexible working hours - up to 20 working hours/week - with the option of mobile working in agreement with your line manager, prorated holidays earned based on your contract and working time.
• Mentoring for the duration of your contract (max. 2 years).
• 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, discounts in our wholesale store, and many campus events.