Future Leaders Graduate Program - Analytics

Real ownership. Real impact. Build from day one.

Are you an ambitious graduate ready to tackle complex, real‑world challenges at the intersection of data, strategy and tech?

The Future Leaders Graduate Program – Business Analytics

At Picnic is a two‑year launchpad for exceptional talents. From day one, you join a business team, own a business topic, and become an expert in your field.

At Picnic, we’re building the future of grocery. Using cutting‑edge technology and data‑driven innovation, we challenge the status quo and build the world’s smartest, most customer‑focused supermarket.

We move fast, think big, and turn bold ideas into tangible impact.

Tricks of the trade

• Lead with ambition: bring your relentless determination, creativity, and grit; take the driver’s seat and redefine the grocery shopping experience for millions.
• Steep learning curve: own real problems, test ideas, learn from mistakes, and start again. Blend hands‑on training with immediate execution at a pace that accelerates your growth.
• Solve real‑life puzzles: spot opportunities, use forefront technologies, and own the outcome end to end. Build the solution yourself, not just make slides.
• Innovate across borders: collaborate with teams across the Netherlands, Germany, and France, tackling challenges that redefine how Picnic operates on a European scale.
• High‑performance environment: work alongside the best teams in analytics and tech, people who set a high bar and expect you to do the same.

From learning to leading

In the first six months, you’ll own a business‑critical project from start to finish, supported by mentorship, learning sessions, and regular feedback.

Strengthen leadership abilities such as project management, storytelling, stakeholder communication, giving & receiving feedback, while sharpening skills in Python, SQL, Excel and PowerPoint.

As your scope grows, so does your responsibility. Scale the initial project or take on new challenges in the same domain – the pace is yours to set.

Where you’ll make an impact

From day one, you’ll be embedded in a business team, taking ownership in one of the following domains:

• Consumer – drive growth through pricing, supplier strategy, and market strategy. Shape successful market entry into new cities; decisions influence millions of customers.
• Tech – work at the intersection of product and infrastructure, building scalable systems that power operations, building software and algorithms used by millions.
• Logistics – build the backbone of Picnic: robotic fulfilment, demand forecasting, route optimisation across Europe and more.

Your superpowers

You don’t wait for permission. You see a problem, build the solution, and bring people with you before anyone asks. You’ve probably already started something: a project, a product, a business, an initiative that didn’t exist until you made it happen.

• About to graduate (or recently graduated) a Masters in a quantitative field: e.g., mathematics, econometrics, engineering, or similar.
• Experience in high‑performance environments: consulting, fast‑growth startups, or competitive internships and know what it means to raise the bar.
• Show an entrepreneurial mindset: build, improve, and take ownership without being asked.
• Think like a builder: hands‑on, curious, and driven to challenge the status quo with practical solutions.
• Already gained basic knowledge in PowerPoint, Python, SQL, Excel or alternative coding languages.
• EU citizenship or valid EU working permit required.

Many strong candidates (particularly women) talk themselves out of applying because they don’t tick every box. If this excites you and you believe you have what it takes, apply. We only hire when we find the right match.

Why Picnic?

• Grow as we grow. We’re scaling quickly across countries and millions of customers – this is just the start. Grow your impact as we grow; we invest in your path but the driver’s seat is always yours.
• Work with other innovators: energised team that builds, wins, and celebrates together.
• Kickstart your career: earn a competitive salary and step into a program designed to launch your long‑term future at Picnic.

When are you joining?

• Fall Edition 2026 – Start dates: September, October.
• Earlier or later dates can be arranged, please indicate your preference in the application question.
• Spring Edition 2027 – Start dates: February, March.
• Earlier or later dates can be arranged, please indicate your preference in the application question.

Location: Full‑time in Paris, with periodic trips to the Netherlands and Germany.

There is no deadline: our aim is to find the most ambitious people. We onboard talents on a monthly basis, so whether you join in April or August, you’ll always have a group of people sharing the ride.

Picnic Perks

Health and Transportation

Through our partnerships with Malakoff Humanis and OpenUp, you can enroll in our company health insurance plan, access professional psychologists, workshops, and practical tools. If you commute via public transport, we reimburse 50 % of your subscription cost.

Food

While we have no on‑site cafeteria, you receive meal vouchers worth €11 per day. A small kitchen stocked with snacks and refreshments is also available.

Personal and Professional Development

Develop your skills through exciting projects, a dynamic environment, and training programs offered by Lepaya.

All the rest

You get 25 days of paid vacation plus additional rest days (RTT) based on the number of days worked in the year. Picnic provides a laptop, a phone, and a paid SIM card.

Access to exclusive deals and perks through our Works Council (CSE) and partner Swile (gift cards, concert tickets, cinema discounts and more).

FAQ

Do I need a quantitative background?

It is a strong advantage but not a hard requirement. If your internships and projects show real hands‑on ownership and data‑driven thinking, we’ll consider your application. You need a Master's degree, basic knowledge of Python or SQL, and relevant work experience.

Does the program include rotations?

No. We believe depth creates ownership and ownership creates impact. Instead of rotating across teams, you’ll go deep in one area, build real expertise, and gradually expand your scope as your impact grows.

In what language should I apply?

English. Please include your CV and Master's degree transcript or other relevant test scores (e.g., GMAT).

What are the long‑term opportunities after the program?

This program is a fast track into a high‑impact career at Picnic, an entry point for a long‑term future. Career paths here are varied – some grow vertically, building deep expertise and a team around them; others move laterally. What they share is real ownership, real impact, and a career they shape themselves.

We only hire when we find the right match. That’s why our selection process is intentionally highly selective.