Do you want to finish your education with a degree project that makes a real difference? At Billerud, you will have the opportunity to work with current issues in a future-oriented and sustainable industrial environment. Here you combine your theoretical knowledge with practical insights and at the same time contribute to the development of processes, products or ways of working that affect our entire business. 

We now offer a master thesis project within stock management, where you will investigate the current state of stock management and suggest an improved framework and processes supporting improvement of stock levels.  

As a degree project with us, you will: 

• Collaborate with tutors and experts in the field.
• Collect and analyze data from real-world processes or systems.
• Perform tests, observations or modelling work depending on the focus of the project.
• Participate in the daily work of the business to understand the big picture.
• Present and summarize results that can form the basis for development or decisions going forward.
• We would like you to contribute with your own thoughts, ideas and perspectives during the work. 

 
More information about the specialization area 
The objective of this Master Thesis is to analyze ways of working and processes regarding stock from an academic and practical perspective considering stock management principles, financial targets planning parameters such as lead time, demand variability and service levels. The analysis should also cover what decisions and actions that are main drivers of stock increase and decrease. The thesis scope also includes defining and categorizing different types of stock and setting sustainable target levels. Expected outcome from the thesis is a suggested stock management framework including practical methods, KPIs and decision rules that support correct stock levels while maintaining service levels and operational stability. 
 
Scope: 30 credits 
Period: Spring 2027 
Placement: Solna 
 
At Billerud, we put Safety First. Together we take great pride in our responsibility to contribute to a safe work environment. Please read more about our Safety First initiative here. 

We are looking for someone who: 

• Studying a Master’s within Supply Chain Management or Logistics. 
• Wants to translate theory into practical and real issues.
• Is analytical, curious and driven.
• Work in a structured way and can plan your time well.
• Likes to collaborate and thrives in an environment where dialogue and problem solving are a natural part of everyday life.
• Previous experience from industry is meritorious but not a requirement. 

We are looking for someone who takes initiative, acts independently and does what is necessary to keep the process going, even when everything is not completely mapped out.  
You are determined and continue to drive the work forward even when disruptions occur. At the same time, you are humble, responsive, and collaborate well, where you both receive and share knowledge. You are a problem solver who quickly sees causes, thinks holistically, and finds better and more effective solutions. 

Our values are important to us and we believe that you as an applicant recognize yourself in our values: ‘Care for each other’ and ‘We do what we say’.

If you want to know more about the degree project, you are welcome to contact Philip Hallenberg, S&OP Manager at Philip.hallenberg@billerud.com.

Welcome with your application! 

Billerud is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates. 
 
The assignment is suitable for those who want to: 

• Working with a real challenge linked to the development of industry.
• Test and apply your theoretical knowledge in practice.
• Explore analyses, methods or techniques relevant to your education.
• Contribute new perspectives and ideas that develop our business for a sustainable future.

Our recruitment process includes: interviews, recruitment tests, reference checks and passed alcohol and drug tests.