Placement Student- UK Logistics Centre Analyst

Cummins Inc; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc in Daventry is seeking a Placement Student to join the UK Logistics Centre Analytics team during a year-long placement starting Summer 2027. You will learn how a major global organization operates and contribute to data-driven improvements in logistics processes.

You will develop Power BI reporting capabilities, apply Lean, 5S and Six Sigma to drive continuous improvement, and collaborate with stakeholders to implement efficiency projects while building digital tools for the team.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an Analysis/Supply Chain/Logistics/Planning degree.
• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint; Power BI knowledge.
• Strong analytical skills with problem-solving mindset.
• SQL knowledge is a plus and beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Development of Power BI reporting capabilities and Lean/5S/Six Sigma for continuous improvement.
• Use common processes and information systems to analyze data and ensure data integrity in reports.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify improvements and translate into projects.
• Support and potentially lead projects that optimize operational efficiency.
• Use data analysis to identify improvement opportunities and quantify benefits.
• Design and maintain robust digital tools to increase team efficiency and operator experience.

Skills

Power BI

Excel

PowerPoint

Machine Learning

Analytical thinking

Education

Analysis/Supply Chain/Logistics/Planning degree

Tools

SQL

Job description

PLACEMENT STUDENT – UK Logistics Centre Analyst

We are looking for an enthusiastic Analyst Placement Student to join our team specializing in Logistics for our Corporate/CBS segment in Daventry. During your placement with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry.

This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year and will commence Summer of 2027.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Development of Power BI reporting capabilities. Use of Lean, 5S and Six Sigma to enable continuous improvement activity.


• Use Common processes, tools and information systems to enable quantitative analysis and interpretation of data, ensuring integrity of all data within reports.


• Collaborating with stakeholders and using common diagnostic tools to identify and understand areas for improvement and convert to improvement projects.


• Involvement and support in implementing and potentially leading Projects that optimize operational efficiency.


• Using data analysis to identify potential areas for improvements and quantifying the benefits of various improvement proposals (e.g., VSMs)


• Design, creation and maintenance of robust digital tools to be used by the team and internal stakeholders to increase efficiency and improve operator experience.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• We are looking for a wide range of applicants studying towards an Analysis/Supply Chain/Logistics/Planning degree.


• Excellent Microsoft Office skills required, including Excel and PowerPoint, Power BI knowledge, Machine Learning, SQL would also be beneficial although is not essential.


• Strong analytical skills are required with an ability to think innovatively in order to solve problems.


• Ability to work both independently and within a team with a willingness and enthusiasm to learn new skills.

CLOSING DATE: (Thursday, 12 th November 2026 11:59pm)