Master Thesis: Improving Spare Parts Phase-In Planning under Demand Uncertainty
Logistics, Sales & Operations · Supply Chain & Transport · Logistics Management
In short
Are you a master's student in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Data Science, or Applied Mathematics? Volvo Group is looking for two students to conduct a master's thesis on improving spare parts phase-in planning under demand uncertainty. The project involves analyzing demand patterns, evaluating data and methods for initial stocking decisions, and balancing inventory costs and availability.
Responsibilities
- Examine current spare parts phase-in planning practices and analyze historical introductions and subsequent demand.
- Evaluate how available data and analytical methods can support demand estimation and inventory decisions when demand history is limited.
- Investigate approaches to balancing the costs and risks of excess inventory and insufficient parts availability.
- Compile and present research findings and practical recommendations.
Requirements
- Motivated master's student studying Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, or another relevant field.
- Interest in demand planning, inventory management, and using data and analytical methods to solve complex business challenges.
Benefits
- Opportunity to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future.
- Work with next-gen technologies and collaborative teams.
- Gain an improved understanding of demand patterns and uncertainty during spare parts phase-in.
- Evaluate data and methods that can support initial stocking decisions and subsequent inventory adjustments.
- Develop practical recommendations for improving phase-in planning while balancing inventory costs and parts availability.
- Write a detailed report outlining research, methodology, findings, and recommendations.
Skills
Demand PlanningInventory ManagementData AnalysisAnalytical Methods
#Supply Chain Management#Logistics#Industrial Engineering#Data Science#Applied Mathematics
About Volvo Group
The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its headquarters in Gothenburg, employs about 100,000 people, has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets.\n\n
Company
Volvo GroupJob Posted
56 minutes ago
Expires
in 1 week
Employment Type
Temporary
Work mode
On Site
Experience Level
Student
Locations
Göteborg, Sweden
Qualification
Master
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