Dr. Rob Broekmeulen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rob Broekmeulen is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Operations, Planning, Accounting Control at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). His research interests encompass various aspects of operations management, particularly within retail supply chains focusing on perishable goods. His expertise includes retail operations management, food production, and inventory control, as well as warehouse management. Notably, he has developed innovative concepts that utilize excess shelf space to alleviate workload in retail supply chains. One of his significant contributions is the Estimated Withdrawal & Aging (EWA) inventory control policy for perishables. This policy enables retailers to order the appropriate quantities at the right times to achieve target service levels while minimizing waste. The ongoing challenge for retailers is to provide an expanding variety of products in a cost-effective and sustainable manner. Through the development of new concepts and algorithms, Broekmeulen aims to reduce waste and enhance operational efficiency.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Wageningen University •

Worked in the Department of Mathematics for four years.

Senior Researcher

— Present

Agrotechnological Research Institute •

Focused on developing new concepts for supply chains in vegetables and fruits.

Courses

Demand & Supply Chain Management Warehouse Operations Management

Requirements for Eindhoven University of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.4
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:65
Reading
Required:65
Writing
Required:65
Speaking
Required:65
Overall
Required:70
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or science discipline Specific subject knowledge related to the chosen program (e.g., Calculus, Linear Algebra) Maximum 15 ECTS deficiency for international applicants
Application Checklist
  • Certified copy of Bachelor's degree and transcript
  • Authenticated English/Dutch translation of documents
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Motivation Letter
  • Two letters of reference
  • Summary of Bachelor thesis/dissertation
  • Concise course descriptions of relevant subjects
  • Copy of passport
  • Proof of payment of application fee (EUR 100)
Specialization Notes

Specific departments like Industrial Design require a portfolio. Programs like Data Science and AI require a GRE-General test for certain international backgrounds.