Stage - Sales Controlling Waters

Position Snapshot

• Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages Italy – Assago (MI)
• Degree (or in progress) in Economics, Finance, Management Engineering, or related fields
• Nestlé welcomes people with disabilities
• Full-time internship (6 months) – We offer a monthly allowance of €900, free access to the company canteen, free access to a partner gym near the office and a company laptop
• A dynamic, people‑focused environment that encourages autonomy, trust, and a results‑oriented way of working
• Start date: June 2026

 

Position Summary

We are looking for a talented intern to join the Finance team of Nestlé Waters & Premium Beverages Italy, focusing on sales controlling.

In this role, you will support the analysis of commercial performance and profitability, contributing to key business decisions while gaining hands-on experience in reporting, planning, and variance analysis within a leading FMCG company.

You will work in a structured and international environment, with dedicated mentoring and strong exposure to cross-functional teams, developing your analytical, business, and problem-solving skills in a dynamic and results-driven context.

 

A day in the life of...

• Contribute to the preparation and analysis of sales reporting, gaining insights into volumes, revenues, and margins
• Monitor business performance across channels, customers, and product categories, identifying relevant trends
• Take part in monthly closing activities (actuals), supporting the accuracy and reliability of financial data
• Support planning cycles, including budget and forecast, contributing to the overall financial roadmap
• Analyze variances vs. budget/forecast, highlighting key drivers and areas of improvement
• Work closely with the Sales team to track promotions and commercial investments
• Perform pricing and profitability analyses to support informed business decisions
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of dashboards and reporting tools (Excel, Power BI)

 

What will make you successful

• Degree (or in progress) in Economics, Finance, Management Engineering, or related fields
• Excellent knowledge of Excel (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis)
• Good command of the English language
• Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail
• Proactive attitude, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Good interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Interest in sales and finance roles within FMCG environments
• Academic or project experience in controlling and/or data analysis is considered a plus
• Knowledge of Power BI or other data visualization tools is a plus
• Familiarity with accounting principles and P&L concepts is a plus

Our Selection Process

Step 1:

Meeting with HR – Talent Acquisition → Motivational and Attitudinal Assessment 
An introductory conversation focused on your motivations, your academic and extracurricular experiences, and your interest in sustainability-related topics and corporate management.

 

Step 2:

Meeting with the Business (Reference Tutor / Line Manager) → Role & Business Case

Together with the Manager, you’ll dive deeper into the Sales Controlling role and business context, working on a case study focused on financial and commercial data analysis. This step is designed to assess your analytical thinking, curiosity, and result-driven mindset, as well as your ability to interpret data and translate it into actionable business insights.

 

Step 3:

Feedback 
You will receive feedback at the end of the process, regardless of the outcome.