Develop a methodology to quantify Vanderlande's circular revenue
€550 per month
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Develop a methodology to quantify Vanderlande's circular revenueJob Description
Assignment type: Graduation
Start date: February 2026
Assignment duration: 6 months
Location: Veghel
Education level: Bachelor / Master
Desired study: Industrial engineering & management, business administration, international business
Language: Dutch / English
Description of assignment
At Vanderlande, we are dedicated to embedding sustainability into our core strategy, customer propositions, and global service offerings. To track our progress and accelerate our sustainable transition, we need clear visibility into how much of our revenue is truly circular. Currently, an objective, standardized methodology to evaluate revenue streams against circular economy criteria and translate them into a key performance indicator (KPI) is missing.
In this impactful graduation project, you will take on the challenge of designing and validating a calculation methodology to quantify circular revenue at Vanderlande. By exploring international frameworks, defining assessment criteria, and building a scoring model, you will help establish a solid data foundation. Your findings will directly shape how Vanderlande measures, governs, and reports its sustainable progress moving forward.
Department description
You will join the global Sustainability team, responsible for shaping and driving Vanderlande's overarching sustainability program.
Because circularity touches every aspect of our operations, you will work closely with colleagues across various disciplines, including R&D, Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Data Analytics.
Tasks/responsibilities
- Research international circular economy standards and frameworks (such as CTI and GCP).
- Develop clear assessment criteria and a scoring model to classify Vanderlande's revenue categories.
- Create, test, and validate a reliable calculation methodology for circular revenue at company level.
- Identify data requirements and map out the necessary operational and financial data streams.
- Deliver a comprehensive implementation roadmap including governance, reporting guidelines, and strategic recommendations.
Your profile
- Strong affinity with sustainability, circular business models, and data analysis
- Analytical mindset with the ability to build data models and translate complex insights into clear frameworks
- Proactive, curious, and comfortable collaborating with cross-functional teams
- Strong communication skills in English
- *Mandatory enrolment to a Dutch Education System & resident of The Netherlands
What we offer
- A monthly internship allowance (based on a 40-hour work week):
Bachelor: €500 per month
Master: €550 per month - Full commuting allowance, including public transport, depending on whether you have access to free public transport or not
- On-site health center with gym
- Active employee communities and initiatives
- Excellent company restaurant and barista coffee bar
Contact
Do you recognize yourself in this challenging profile? Are you looking for an internship in our organization? Please fill out the application form and upload your resume and cover letter. For more information, contact us by e-mail: [email protected].
Core Responsibilities
You will design and validate a calculation methodology to quantify circular revenue at Vanderlande by exploring international standards. This involves mapping data streams, defining assessment criteria, and creating an implementation roadmap for sustainable reporting.
Requirements
Candidates must be enrolled in a Dutch education system, reside in the Netherlands, and be pursuing a Bachelor or Master degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or International Business. Strong analytical skills and an affinity for sustainability and data modeling are required.
Benefits
- Internship allowance
- Commuting allowance
- On-site health center
- Gym
- Employee communities
- Company restaurant
- Barista coffee bar
About Vanderlande
Industry: Automation Machinery Manufacturing
Company size: 10,001+ employees
Vanderlande is the long-term partner of choice for the world’s leading airports and distribution operators – delivering automation solutions, operational software, and lifecycle services that drive performance, reliability, and sustainable growth. Vanderlande empowers the world’s most demanding airports and distribution operations to move faster, smarter, and more sustainably. As a trusted long-term partner, Vanderlande designs, delivers, and manages end-to-end logistics automation — combining best-in-class mechanical systems with cyber-secure operational software and data-driven services that keep mission-critical infrastructure performing at its peak. Serving the world’s top 50 airports and the largest parcel and e-commerce distribution networks globally, including partnerships with industry leaders such as UPS, DHL, FedEx, and GeoPost.Vanderlande brings unmatched operational intimacy to every engagement. Customers choose Vanderlande not only for the longevity and reliability of its solutions, but for its proven commitment to project delivery: when challenges arise, Vanderlande leans in. Founded in 1949 and part of Toyota Industries Corporation, Vanderlande combines seven decades of engineering excellence with a forward-looking approach to digital innovation and sustainability — continually reducing the energy footprint of its systems and making responsible choices across its global supply chain. With nearly 10,000 employees and revenues approaching €3 billion, Vanderlande operates across Europe, the Middle East, North America, and Asia-Pacific, delivering solutions that move people, goods, and possibilities forward.