Trainee (m/f/d) - Sales / Marketing

Trainee (m/f/d) – Mondi Uncoated Fine Paper Graduate Programme (18 Months) This Trainee role requires personal presence in Wormer, The Netherlands (with international assignments across Europe) Start Your International Career with Mondi Uncoated Fine Paper. Are you ready to develop into a future business leader in one of the world's leading sustainable paper companies? Our 18‑month Mondi Uncoated Fine Paper Graduate Programme offers ambitious graduates the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in Business Development and Sales. You will build a comprehensive understanding of the paper industry while contributing to meaningful projects that support our customers, mills, and sustainability ambitions. You will work closely with experienced managers, participate in cross-functional projects, and develop an international network across Mondi's European operations. Your Development Journey During the programme, you will focus on two key business functions: 1. Business Development Identify new market opportunities and growth segments Opportunity to participate in new product developments for our mills in Europe and South Africa Support strategic market analyses and business planning Assess commercial opportunities within existing and emerging channels Contribute to strategic initiatives supporting Mondi's growth ambitions Ownership lead and sampling process 2. Sales Europe Work with distributors, merchants, converters, printers and key channel partners Learn account management and commercial negotiation techniques Support budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis Develop customer strategies and market development plans Gain understanding of pricing, margin management, and value-based selling Supporting the introduction of new products to existing and new customers and markets What You Will Gain Deep understanding of the paper and packaging industry Exposure to international business and cross-functional collaboration Mentoring from experienced leaders and subject matter experts Participation in real business projects with visible impact Access to learning and development opportunities through Mondi Academy Opportunity to build a strong internal network across Europe Potential career opportunities within Sales and Business Development, upon successful completion of the program. What We Are Looking For ( All the criteria below are mandatory.) Background and Expertise Master's or Bachelor degree in Sales, Marketing, or related fields Fluent English and Fluent in at least one additional language: French, German, Italian or Spanish Recent graduate in Sales or Marketing OR Having maximum 2 years of professional experience in Sales or in Marketing related fields in an international environment International exposure (through studies, internships, or exchange programs) Skills and Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Entrepreneurial mindset and commercial curiosity Excellent communication and presentation skills Ability to work independently and in multicultural teams High degree of flexibility and willingness to travel internationally What We Offer Structured 18‑month development program International exposure across Mondi operations Meaningful projects with real business impact Mentoring, coaching, and leadership development Strong focus on personal development and career growth Opportunity to become part of a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper We strive to create a culture that inspires our people to reach their full potential. Going the extra mile – for colleagues and customers – our people drive our passion for performance and are the key ingredient of Mondi’s success. Be part of our future. Do you want to know more about Mondi? We are a global leader in packaging and paper, contributing to a better world through innovative solutions that are sustainable by design. Our global team of 24,000 people works across 100 production sites in more than 30 countries. Our strength lies in our diversity. We are dedicated to creating a team that reflects the diversity of the world we operate in. We encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups, including women, visible minorities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and people with disabilities. Even if you don't meet all the listed qualifications, we still want to hear from you. We believe in your potential and are committed to supporting you as you grow and learn at Mondi. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, please reach out to the contact person listed above. Only CVs uploaded onto our online career platform will be taken into consideration. With your application, you will be redirected to our recruiting platform. After creating an account, you will receive an activation link. If you do not find the email in your inbox, please check your spam folder or add the address no-reply@mondigroup.com to your “safe list” or address book.