WORKING AT JDE IN THE NETHERLANDS
DISCOVER THE LOCAL FLAVOURS
We have offices all over the world, offering a coffee and tea for every cup.
If you’re looking to build a career in the coffee and tea industry, you’ve come to the right place.
In our offices in Utrecht and Joure, everyone has the opportunity to unleash the possibilities of coffee and tea across a wide range of functions including sales, marketing, finance and manufacturing. JDE's headquarters is also based in Amsterdam and Utrecht.
Our determination, drive, and global impact makes us unique.
PEOPLE STORIES
Our people have been raising the bar since day one, thinking fast and acting even faster to make an impact that’s felt around the world. We love dialogue and value debate. We challenge and support each other – it’s how we grow. And our fast-paced, focused, and positive energy keeps us moving forward.
CHARLIE ZINKEN
BRAND MANAGER PICKWICK
“There is always a possibility to pitch your ideas if these can strengthen the brand! I like that you are actually running a small company within JDE.”
GINETTE REINDERS
PRODUCTION ENGINEER COFFEE FACTORY UTRECHT
“We need each other! With different backgrounds, experiences, educational levels and knowledge of the company and machines, you achieve new insights. That is how we make the best decisions.”
RAOUL GROBBEN
KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER HEALTH CARE & EDUCATION
“Creativity, a winning mentality and courage make you stand out in Sales! I often ask myself: what would I do if it were my own company?”
JORIS OP DE COUL
FINANCIAL PLANNING & CONTROL SPECIALIST
“The fact that every single day millions of people in the Netherlands enjoy a cup of D.E. coffee or Pickwick tea, makes me proud to work for JDE. Every morning when I ride my bike to work, I can smell the coffee!”
JOSEPHINE BIJLOOS
HR BUSINESS PARTNER PROFESSIONAL
“I am very proud to work for JDE because of the high performance culture and the energetic and driven professionals that I work with.”
JAN VAN INGEN
IMPLEMENTATION SPECIALIST PROFESSIONAL
“As Implementation Specialist I make sure all coffee machines are placed with our biggest clients. I have grown a lot because of the many chances I got at JDE!”
CECILE KERSTENS
KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER RETAIL
“JDE is focussed on ‘learning by doing’; when trust is given, you develop and grow incredibly fast!”
PETER POIESZ
DEDICATED TECHNICIAN COFFEE FACTORY JOURE
“As a team you achieve a lot more! By working together you achieve your goals faster.”
ELINE VAN HOEK
COMMERCIAL CONTROLLER RETAIL
“The Graduate Program brought me a lot. I developed my personal work style and I know how to collaborate with others in the best way.”
WHAT’S IN THE CUP FOR YOU?
A BLEND OF EXPERIENCES
Working in the world’s largest pure-play coffee company means big ambitions, and big ambition means big responsibility.
The world of coffee is constantly changing, driven by shifts in how we live our lives. This dynamic environment is where you have an opportunity to learn, grow and flourish no matter your role.
We approach opportunities with a view to learn fast. In our world there is no executive floor: you have access to everyone and exposure to meaningful experiences, enabling rapid personal growth.
Working at JDE Peet’s is hands-on, giving you an opportunity to leave your mark.
BOOST YOUR CAREER
OUR DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
At JDE, you get the freedom and space to develop yourself and to do what you are good at. Within our various talent programs, our goal is clear: to let you and your career flourish.
SALES ACADEMY
The JDE Sales Academy is an applied sales traineeship of 1.5 years that prepares you for a successful career in sales. During your training in the Sales Academy, you will invest in yourself by working in telesales to learn and perfection your sales skills before entering the field. You grow rapidly: from cold calls to retention calls, and from making appointments for the field service to selling face-to-face in our Experience Center.
Do you have a Bachelor’s or Master’s-degree? Have a look at the vacancy of the Sales Academy to find out more about this program. Within the Sales Academy we only have room for the best sales talents. Real winners that perform- in a competitive environment and that consider it a sport to turn a 'no' into a 'yes'.
GRADUATE PROGRAM
The JDE Graduate Program is a program for ambitious University Graduates: a unique development program of 1.5 years that enables a kickstart within your JDE-career.
Your personal development and growth in your new role are the key elements of the Graduate Program. You’ll follow the program next to your job so that you can start immediately with what you have learned. You work on a solid foundation for your further career within JDE thanks to a well-considered blend of ingredients: a development plan, peer to peer sessions, workshops, assignments and coaching from your manager and a permanent external coach. You follow the program together with your colleagues from the different disciplines, so that you build a solid network and have a deeper understanding of their work. We tend to start a new group every year and aim for a group of at least 8 participants.
Have you obtained a Master’s degree and do you have a maximum of 1 year work experience? Apply to one of our starter jobs to start your career with JDE’s Graduate Program!
OUR HIRING PROCESS
START YOUR JOURNEY
Here’s an overview of our typical hiring process, though everyone’s journey may be slightly different depending on the role you apply for.
YOUR APPLICATION
Interested in a career opportunity at JDE? Go for it, apply and tell us about yourself.
INTERVIEW
We do our best to give you quick feedback. Let's meet - virtually or in person. We'll hold competency-based interviews to find out your skills, previous experience and fit for JDE. Remember, this is a two-way conversation. It's a chance for you to ask us questions, too.
ASSESSMENT
You may be asked to complete an online assessment to help us determine your fit as a future JDE associate.
OFFER
Here's where we welcome you to join us. Get ready to step up, confront the status quo and unleash your possibility.