Logistics Intern - February 2027

Hunter-Douglas---Talent-Programs; Rotterdam; Hybrid; EUR 5,600 - 8,900; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Monthly allowance €650

Job summary

Hunter Douglas in Rotterdam, Netherlands offers a Logistics Internship focused on supply chain analytics. You will analyze transport activity across European operations, build performance data, and identify opportunities to reduce freight costs while contributing to the FY27 logistics roadmap.

The role requires pursuing an HBO, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in business, supply chain, or related fields, with strong Excel and data skills and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and quantitative thinking.
• Experience working with large or incomplete datasets.
• Good understanding of Excel and data analysis.
• Fluent in English; Dutch a big plus.

Responsibilities

• Build and validate a historical shipment database for Mermet EU and Hunter Douglas Scandinavia.
• Analyze transport activity, freight spend and service performance.
• Define and calculate KPIs covering freight cost and carrier performance.
• Identify cost and service drivers across lanes, carriers and shipments.
• Quantify improvement opportunities and develop data-backed business cases.
• Help create and present the FY27 transport improvement roadmap to logistics leaders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Excel

English communication

Problem solving

Education

HBO

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

SQL

Data visualization tools

Data modelling

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

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
• Coordinate the monthly Supply Chain newsletter and drive improvements
• Work with the Supply Chain Data Scientist on AI initiatives to enhance internal communication

Who You Are

• Currently pursuingan HBO , Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, or a related field
• Eligible fo r 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

Wha t We Offer

• Hands-on experience in aglobal supply chain environment
• Exposure tostrategic projects and senior stakeholders
• Opportunity to contribute toinnovation and AI-driven initiatives
• A collaborative and international work culture
• Monthly allowance of €650

This is a hybrid position, requiring an on site presence at our Rotterdam office for 4 days per week. Can you commit to attending our Rotterdam office 4 days per week?

Do you have the right to work in The Netherlands, without requirement for sponsorship?