Global Management Trainee

Join Our Global Management Trainee Program

We are JDE Peet's. We craft coffee for every cup and build brands for every heart.

JDE Peet's is the world's leading pure-play coffee company, serving approximately 4,400 cups of coffee per second in more than 100 markets. Guided by our 'Reignite the Amazing' strategy, we are focusing on brand-led growth across three big bets : Peet's, L'OR, and Jacobs, alongside a collection of 9 local icons; such as Douwe Egberts, Kenco, Pilao, Old Town, Moccona, Super, Gevalia, Friele, Marcilla. In 2024, JDE Peet's generated total sales of EUR 8.8 billion and employed a global workforce of more than 21,000 employees.

Start your journey with a cup of amazing and Join our Global Management Trainee Program! From day one, you'll dive into a world of opportunity, growth, and bold ideas.

WHAT'S IN THE CUP FOR YOU?

Ready to kick-start your career with purpose, passion, and a whole lot of coffee? At JDE Peet's, the Global Management Trainee Program is your invitation to join a bold, fast-moving world where you can make an impact from day one. Over 12 exciting months, you'll experience what drives our business from the inside out, rotating through key functions (sales, marketing, supply chain etc.) and international markets, leading a high-impact project, and working with global teams to tackle real business challenges. You'll grow quickly with support from senior mentors, sharpen your leadership skills, and build the confidence to shape what comes next.

Please note that the location you apply for will be where you complete your first market experience. The program includes internal mobility and multiple rotations during the 12 months, offering you a chance to explore different roles and markets within JDE Peet's. We offer a relocation package and visa sponsorship where applicable.

This program isn't just a start, it's a launchpad. So, if you're ready for bold ideas, real responsibility, and a cup of amazing every single day, join us.

Qualifications

To join our Global Management Trainee Program, here's what you'll need :

• You're on track to graduate (Bachelor's or Master's) in time for the program kick-off in September 2026 and ready to start full-time.
• You bring fresh perspective, with a maximum of two years full-time professional experience.
• You communicate fluently and confidently in English.
• You connect with our values and can thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced culture.
• You're adaptable, curious, and open to new experiences.
• You have a passion for global business and show strong cross-cultural awareness.

You've demonstrated leadership through :

Peet's Home Office is a Hybrid worksite, which requires any Home Office employees to work onsite a minimum of 3 days / week (Emeryville, California).

The target annual base salary range for this position is $70,000- $80,000. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including the applicant's qualifications for the position; years of relevant experience; specific and unique skills; level of education attained; certifications or other professional licenses held; other legitimate, non-discriminatory business factors specific to the position; and the geographic location in which the applicant lives and / or from which they will perform the job. Peet's offers a generous benefits package to full-time employees, which includes comprehensive health, dental and vision plans; a superior 401(k) plan, various paid time off programs; employee discount / perks; life insurance; disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; and an employee referral bonus program.

At Peet's, we believe in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, genetic information, uniform service, veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local ordinances.

Peet's is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please contact employeerelations@peets.com.