Master thesis proposal – Supplier relationship management

Master thesis proposal – Supplier relationship management

  • Erp (NL)
  • fulltime site.employment_type_intern

From 1 February 2025, we are looking for a student to fulfil the master thesis, with the aim of making an in-depth analysis of the concept of Supplier Relationship Management, its development over time, and the optimal approach for a specific group of suppliers at Van den Bosch. We want to combine the theoretical insights from the literature with the practical experiences of the company in order to design and implement an effective and efficient Supplier Relationship Management model.

A strategic procurement approach is essential for companies looking to grow in a competitive market. Instead of just looking at costs, companies should also consider the value their suppliers can provide in terms of quality, innovation, sustainability and risk management. To realise this value, it is important to apply Supplier Relationship Management, which focuses on building long-term and mutually beneficial partnerships with suppliers. By maintaining these relationships, companies can benefit from increased efficiency, flexibility and growth opportunities.

You will provide guidance to the Procurement Category Manager and develop a stable framework for Supplier Relationship Management within Van den Bosch, combined with a proposal for which categories and suppliers this could be feasible.

Master thesis proposal – Supplier relationship management
Your profile
  • You are a master's student with interest or experience in Procurement and/or Logistics Management
  • You live near Erp or are willing to travel there (at least two days a week)
  • You can work well independently and dare to take initiative
  • You are fluent in English. Dutch is a plus
Our offer
  • An instructive and varied internship for 32-40 hours per week
  • An internship remuneration of €500 per month
  • Professional guidance and feedback
  • A lot of freedom and responsibility
  • After a good impression and successfully completed internship, the possibility of being considered for a job at our company

This is Van den Bosch

  • Dynamic, young and international teams
  • Plenty of room for development and growth
  • Leading the way together through innovation and digitisation
  • Work and private life always in balance
  • Named ‘World-class workplace’ in 2023

About us

Are you the master thesis proposal – supplier relationship management we are looking for?

Get in touch with our hr business partner Allisha Theuwis and share your motivation and cv. Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.

(+31) 413 - 217 217
Allisha Theuwis