Industry Immersion Fellowship - Supply Chain Efficiency Through Warehouse And Logistics Optimization

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future. If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match.

About The Program

The Industry Immersion Fellowship at Volvo Group is a unique program that enables university faculty and post-doctoral researchers to gain hands-on industry experience by working full-time with our technical team at Volvogroup.

About Role

Project Objectives:

• Analyze current warehouse and logistics operations to identify improvement areas.
• Apply lean methodologies and process improvement tools to reduce inefficiencies.
• Optimize warehouse layout and material flow for better productivity.
• Improve dealer order patterns to align with demand planning and reduce logistics costs.
• Design and pilot milk-run concepts to improve transportation efficiency.
• Develop and recommend sustainable logistics solutions that support environmental goals.
• Deliver regular reports and final recommendations for long-term implementation.
  
  

Expected Outcomes

• Improved supply chain efficiency and reduced logistics costs.
• Practical recommendations for sustainable warehouse and transport practices.
• Scalable solutions for inventory accuracy and order pattern management.
• A detailed final report and presentation of findings to stakeholders.
  
  

Required Skills & Background

• Currently pursuing a PhD/ Ph.D Completed Research Scholars in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Strong analytical and research skills with ability to handle large data sets.
• Knowledge of lean methodologies and process improvement techniques.
• Familiarity with warehouse management systems, ERP, and logistics optimization tools.Interest in sustainable logistics practices.
  
  

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Who We Are And What We Believe In

We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group’s leading brands and entities.

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.

Group Trucks Operations encompasses all production of the Group’s manufacturing of Volvo, Renault and Mack trucks, as well as engines and transmissions. We also orchestrate the spare parts distribution for Volvo Group’s customers globally and design, operate and optimize logistics and supply chains for all brands. We count 30,000 employees at 30 plants and 50 distribution centers across the globe. Our global footprint offers an opportunity for an international career in a state-of-the-art industrial environment, where continuous improvement is the foundation. As our planet is facing great challenges, we - one of the largest industrial organizations in the world - stand at the forefront of innovation. We are ready to rise to the challenge. Would you like to join us?

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