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

METRO AG

Job Description

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 .


    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


    • 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

    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.
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