Logistics Intern - February 2027
€650 per month
Key Skills
Job Description
Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
Duration: Internship (minimum 6 months)
About Hunter Douglas
Hunter Douglas is the global market leader in window coverings and architectural products. With a strong focus on innovation, operational excellence, and collaboration, we are committed to delivering high-quality solutions while continuously improving how we work across our global supply chain.
The Role
Are you interested in supply chain, transport analytics and turning complex data into practical business improvements?
Join Hunter Douglas as our Logistics Intern and work on a real EMEA logistics project. You will analyse transport activity across selected European operations, build reliable performance data and identify opportunities to improve service and reduce freight costs.
This is not an internship where you simply observe. You will work with operational data, develop transport KPIs and help build business cases that can contribute directly to our FY27 logistics improvement roadmap.
Key Responsibilities
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During your internship, you will:
- Build and validate a historical shipment database for Mermet EU and Hunter Douglas Scandinavia
- Analyse transport activity, freight spend and service performance
- Define and calculate KPIs covering freight cost, shipment consolidation, carrier performance and additional transport costs
- Identify key cost and service drivers across lanes, carriers, customers and shipment frequency
- Quantify practical improvement and savings opportunities
- Develop clear, data-backed business cases
- Help create an FY27 transport improvement roadmap with priorities, expected impact and recommended next steps
- Present your findings to logistics leaders and other stakeholders across EMEA
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- Coordinate the monthly Supply Chain newsletter and drive improvements
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- Work with the Supply Chain Data Scientist on AI initiatives to enhance internal communication
Who You Are
- Currently pursuing an HBO, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, or a related field
- Eligible for an internship through your university
- Strong analytical and quantitative problem-solving skills
- Confidence working with large or incomplete datasets
- A good understanding of Excel and data analysis
- An interest in transport operations, logistics performance and process improvement
- The ability to translate analysis into clear business recommendations
- A structured, proactive and independent way of working
- Strong communication skills and professional fluency in English
- Experience with SQL, data modelling or visualization tools is an advantage
- Fluency in English (Dutch is a big plus)
What You Bring
- Strong analytical and quantitative thinking
- Ability to work with data and derive meaningful insights
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work with diverse teams
- Ability to prioritize, manage tasks, and meet deadlines
- Structured and detail-oriented approach
What We Offer
- Hands-on experience in a global supply chain environment
- Exposure to strategic projects and senior stakeholders
- Opportunity to contribute to innovation and AI-driven initiatives
- A collaborative and international work culture
- Travel compensation
- Monthly allowance of €650
Apply now!
Core Responsibilities
Build and validate shipment data, analyze transport activity and performance, develop logistics KPIs, and identify practical opportunities to improve service and reduce freight costs. Create data-backed business cases and contribute to the FY27 transport improvement roadmap, while coordinating the monthly Supply Chain newsletter and supporting AI initiatives.
Requirements
Applicants must be pursuing an HBO, bachelor's, or master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, or a related field and be eligible for an internship through their university. They should have strong analytical skills, Excel and data-analysis knowledge, professional fluency in English, and the ability to turn data into clear recommendations; SQL, data modelling, visualization tools, and Dutch are advantages.
Benefits
- Travel Compensation
- Monthly Allowance
About Hunter Douglas - Talent Programs
Industry: Consumer Goods
Company size: 10,001+ employees
Hunter Douglas is the world’s leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major producer of architectural products, trusted in millions of homes and commercial buildings worldwide. Driven by a commitment to innovation, we develop high-quality, proprietary solutions that combine design, performance, and sustainability - continually raising the standard for growth, efficiency, and customer experience across our industry. Innovation at the Window Innovation has defined Hunter Douglas since the creation of the aluminium blind in 1946. Today, our award-winning solutions enhance everyday living through intelligent light control, energy efficiency, motorisation, child safety, and acoustic comfort. By combining advanced technology with exceptional design, we create products that customers trust and love. Architectural Innovation For over 60 years, we have partnered with the architecture and design community to bring ambitious ideas to life. Our solutions - including sun control systems, suspended ceilings, ventilated facades, and translucent materials - balance aesthetics, comfort, and sustainability while meeting real-world challenges with precision. Our Culture Built on an entrepreneurial foundation, our culture is guided by the belief that “Business is People.” We foster an environment of transparency, accountability, and merit-based growth, where individuals are empowered to think entrepreneurially and take ownership. Across disciplines, our teams collaborate to continuously improve - driving innovation, performance, and long-term success.