Stage - Sales Controlling Waters

Location: Assago

Degree (or in progress) in Economics, Finance, Management Engineering, or related fields

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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

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