Junior Business Development Manager Intern - China

Short Intro and About the Job

Would you like to kick-start your career within an international FMCG company with exciting opportunities for growth? This is your chance! Join us as a Business Development V.I.E in the HORECA channel across Shanghai and East China, and thrive in a dynamic, multicultural environment.

By your side, all over the world, for over 100 years! Danone enriches people's daily lives through 26 brands of delicious products that allow consumers to enjoy themselves while caring for their health and the well-being of their loved ones. With more than 100,000 Danoners operating across 26 countries, Danone continuously creates and develops iconic products found in kitchens, supermarkets, restaurants, cafés, healthcare facilities, and pharmacies worldwide.

As a B Corp certified company, Danone's ambition is not to be the best company in the world, but a better company for the world. We strive to bring health through food to as many people as possible while offering the best experience to both our consumers and employees. 

This position falls under the V.I.E. scheme. To be eligible, you must be a citizen of an EU country and be under 29 years old. For more information about the V.I.E. program, please visit the Business France website.

As part of this role, you will contribute to the development of the evian business within the HORECA channel across Shanghai and East China. You will conduct regular market visits to strengthen relationships with key accounts, support distributors in prospecting new customers, and continuously gather and update market intelligence. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the development and execution of the HORECA growth strategy across Shanghai and East China.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with key accounts, distributors, and business partners.
• Conducting regular market visits to identify new business opportunities and monitor market trends.
• Supporting distributors in prospecting and acquiring new customers.
• Collecting, analyzing, and reporting market intelligence, competitor activities, and consumer insights.
• Tracking business performance and providing recommendations to support growth initiatives.
• Collaborating closely with internal sales, marketing, and commercial teams to ensure the successful execution of business development plans.

About You

We are looking for someone with the following profile:

Education & Technical Skills

• Have gained relevant experience in the FMCG industry through internships, academic projects, or professional experience.• Have lived in China for at least one year or possess a strong understanding of Chinese culture (applicants must not currently be living or working in China)

Abilities:

• Action- and result-oriented: pragmatic, flexible, fast learner and entrepreneurial mind set
• Strong organizational skills: able to prepare, present, and follow up on plans; ability to anticipate
• Open-minded attitude, good listener, self-motivated
• Good communication & influencing skills
• Ability to easily adapt and leverage a truly international and multi-cultural environment to effectively engage people
• Able to work in a team and at a distance, with autonomy
• You do not hesitate to make suggestions and ask questions

Competencies:

• Strong analytical skills
• Business acumen
• Extensive knowledge of Excel, Essbase, SAP, PowerPoint
• Be able to communicate in Chinese Mandarin

Are you eligible for a V.I.E?

V.I.E is a Business France device allowing Europeans to work internationally for a designated company.

• You must be aged 18 to 28
• You must have completed national service obligation.
• You must be a citizen of the European Economic Area.
• You must have never worked in the country in which you wish to do your VIE.

What are the contractual advantages of the V.I.E?

• Business France handles everything for volunteer’s contract.
• Business France handles the whole care insurance for volunteers (sickness; maternity invalidity; work accidents).
• There are no taxes and charges on salary. There are no unemployment benefits and retirement contribution.
• You will be granted with 2,5 days off per month.
• Your gratification is fixed according to the Business France grid.

About Us, We offer and What's next

Evian Volvic Alpro International (EVAI) is the international business unit behind the worldwide success of evian, Volvic, and Alpro, bringing premium healthy hydration and plant-based nutrition to more than 90 markets across the globe. Operating in 13 locations and powered by a culturally diverse team of more than 30 nationalities, EVAI offers an international playground. We are creating, nurturing and scaling up business geographies leveraging a large distributor network, powered by a sales & marketing force that activates locally, with a high level of autonomy, excellence in execution and entrepreneurial thinking. As part of Danone, we combine the agility of a lean organisation with the scale and purpose of a global group - offering broad opportunities for growth, leadership exposure, and meaningful impact supported by functional teams acting as strong business partners. Join EVAI and shape the future of iconic brands in a business where your voice matters, your potential is nurtured, and your impact is real.

Why you should choose this V.I.E experience at Danone?

• A rewarding personal experience

Making the choice to do a V.I.E can turn out to be a great opportunity. This is your chance to challenge yourself and to discover more about a new country. You will be part of the Danone community, working for some of the best-known brands in the world. Our objectives are to make sure that you will come as you are, ready to innovate and to bring your perspective. We, as a company, bring a great importance in creating an inclusive working environment. We will consider all applicants to our offers. As a B-Corp certified company, Danone meets the highest verified standards of social and environmental performance, transparency, and accountability. One Planet One Health by You.

• Be part of the international V.I.E community

We will always make sure that you will feel great in your host country. You will be part of the V.I.E community group where you will be regularly informed about any news concerning the community. This will enable you to get in touch with the international

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