Chain-Oriented Collaboration with Product Suppliers
Overview
| Company Name / Department | Haskoning |
| Contact Person | Jack Pool |
| Location | Hybrid – main office in Amersfoort, but we also have offices in Eindhoven, Delft, Amsterdam. |
| Optional remote work | Yes, at least two days per week at the office. Preferably, three days per week. |
| Travel expenses (own account or reimbursed by the company) | Own account |
| Housing arranged by company | No |
| Housing expenses (how much per month, own account or subsidized by the company) | Not applicable |
| Internship compensation | € 750 per month |
| Study program | Operations Management & Logistics or Innovation Management |
| Start date | September 1st 2026 |
Company Description
Haskoning is an international consultancy and engineering firm that is committed to enhancing society together. With over 140 years of engineering expertise and a focus on digital technologies, sustainable solutions and design knowledge, we are dedicated to creating a positive impact on the world through our work.
One of the markets we are active in is Industry and Buildings. Here, we actively contribute to reshaping the industry, ensuring it continues to bring health, prosperity, food and goods to society while using and re-using resources with minimal environmental impact. In addition, we develop flexible and sustainable buildings that can effectively meet present and future needs.
As part of Haskoning, the Supply Chain & Logistics team (former Districon) provides specialized knowledge in the field of Supply Chain & Logistics. We believe that applying the right technology enables our customers to improve their supply chain processes and planning. With over 85 highly educated consultants and 4 offices across the globe we support customers in a variety of sectors.
One of the focus areas of Haskoning is warehouse design with a large robotics and automation factor. Through data, industry expertise and business understanding, we create process driven warehouse layout designs.
Project Description
In highly automated warehousing environments, seamless collaboration with product suppliers is essential to maintain operational efficiency and avoid disruptions. Unlike traditional setups, highly automated warehouses rely on precise inbound flows, accurate master data and standardized packaging to keep systems running smoothly. When suppliers operate in isolation, it often leads to fragmented processes, bottlenecks, delays and damages that compromise throughput. The research aims to identify best practices for creating an integrated supply chain approach where suppliers, logistics teams, and system operators work as one cohesive network. Key areas of focus include defining clear responsibilities for data accuracy, delivery scheduling, Total cost of ownership, and handling exceptions such as peak volumes or system downtime. The desired outcome is a governance framework that outlines communication protocols, escalation paths, and performance metrics aligned with warehouse automation requirements.
Goal of the Project
Governance framework that outlines communication protocols, escalation paths, and performance metrics aligned with warehouse automation requirements.
Deliverables
1. Documented knowledge gathering, incl market assessment and academic research
2. Supporting report
3. (Optional) Presentation to a group of companies
Essential student knowledge
Supply Chain & physical logistics understanding
More information: escf@tue.nl
