Heineken HQ restructure to affect 400 jobs

Core Insights - Heineken is restructuring its global headquarters in Amsterdam, impacting around 400 jobs as part of a new five-year strategy called EverGreen 2030 [1][2] - The restructuring aims to create a more agile, simplified, and connected organization focused on growth and innovation [1] - More details on the strategy will be revealed at Heineken's capital markets event in Seville on October 23 [2] Job Impact - The restructuring will affect 400 jobs, in addition to 200 roles in the Digital and Technology department that have been undergoing transformation since October of the previous year [2] Business Services Expansion - Heineken plans to expand its Heineken Business Services unit, establishing global capability centers anchored in new technologies [3] - The global headquarters will become a more focused strategic center, with some roles relocating to the business services unit and others being made redundant [3] Digital Transformation - The company is broadening its multi-year Digital Backbone program, integrating over 40 digital platforms to simplify processes and enhance data utilization [4][5] - This initiative aims to enable faster innovation and improve responsiveness to consumer trends and market shifts [5] Leadership Perspective - Heineken's CEO emphasized the need to accelerate digital transformation and focus on market competitiveness amid geopolitical and economic pressures [5][6] - The company is committed to supporting its employees through the transition with care and respect [6]