frequently asked questions
About Ahold Delhaize
We are a company that encourages growth and development so everyone can reach their full potential. We give people the chance to gain new skills and build the right capabilities for the future. With challenging opportunities across the globe to learn and try new things, great teammates and supportive leaders, we all get the individual support we need to develop personally and professionally.
You can find an overview of the local career sites through this link.
We offer our colleagues flexibility in the way of working. At the same time, teamwork and collaboration are an important part of how we work, so we value face to face interactions. Our office policy is to spend at least 50% of the working time each month at the office. Most teams have set team days on which everyone based in the same location will come to the office.
We’re a supportive team, that welcomes everyone just the way they are. We work hard but we have fun together and make lasting friendships. Together, we have the courage to take risks and innovate – because we are dedicated to serving customers’ changing needs.
At Ahold Delhaize, we believe that what’s healthy and sustainable should be accessible and available to all. That’s why our approach is to make every choice our customers make, the better choice. From sourcing locally and ensuring farmers and other producers get a fair deal, to working with our distributors to improve product transparency in the overall food supply chain. For more information on our sustainability journey, view Read more
Application process
After sending in your application, we will review all CV’s and cover letters. We’ll update you on the outcome of your application within 14 days. Normally, the recruitment process consists of a screening call by the recruiter, followed by 2 interviews and an assessment.
For most opportunities at HQ, we ask you to take a cognitive test and a personality test. Both assessments are digital so you can easily do them from home in your own time. Including preparation, the tests take about 3 hours.
At the bottom of the vacancy is the email address of the recruiter who you can contact.
Usually, the first interview takes place online through Microsoft Teams. The second interview will take place at our headquarters in Zaandam.
Find more information about job alerts through this link.
You can find an overview of all jobs at the ‘careers’ page in MyHR Connect. Good to know: some jobs are only open for internal candidates. Those job will only be posted on the internal careers page.
Yes, you can still apply. However, we recommend to add a motivation letter to your application, to inform the recruiter about your relevant experience. Make sure to describe why we should include you in the selection, even though you don’t match with all the criteria. If you have any questions, you can always contact the recruiter before applying.
For certain positions, Dutch language skills are required. Generally, vacancies that are written in English are open for non-Dutch speakers. Check the requirements in the vacancy for more information on the preferred language.
Want to work in one of our stores, Home Shop Centers, Distribution Centers or have questions on this topic? Make sure to reach out to our collegues through werkenindeoperatie@ah.nl
Preparation
Your CV should include your personal details (remember to include a phone number!), your education, your recent work experience and other information you’d like us to know. Make sure to include all relevant responsibilities (preferably using 4-8 bullet points per career step). Also, mention your main achievements and projects you participated in.
Your cover letter should include your motivation for the position you’re applying for. Tell us why you’d like to be part of Ahold Delhaize and why you’re interested in this specific position. Include your relevant experience, and let us know how can we help you develop your personal and professional goals.
During a job interview, we want to get to know the real you. Help us understand what makes you happy, what gives you energy (and what not) and where you want to develop yourself, personally and professionally.Furthermore, carefully read through the job description and prepare examples that show us your knowledge and experience on important topics. Make sure that you are up to date on relevant information of Ahold Delhaize: catch up with recent news articles and read through our c...
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Privacy
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