Placement Student- UK Logistics Centre Analyst

Cummins Inc; United States; Remote; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc is seeking an enthusiastic Analyst Placement Student to join the Logistics team at Daventry. The placement starts Summer 2027 and focuses on building Power BI reporting capabilities, applying Lean, 5S and Six Sigma to drive continuous improvement, and collaborating with stakeholders to turn insights into projects.

This role is ideal for candidates pursuing an Analysis/Supply Chain/Logistics/Planning degree, with strong Excel/PowerPoint skills and knowledge of Power BI.

Qualifications

• Pursuing or studying towards an Analysis/Supply Chain/Logistics/Planning degree.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Excel and PowerPoint; Power BI knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop Power BI reporting capabilities.
• Apply Lean, 5S and Six Sigma to enable continuous improvement.
• Use common processes and information systems for quantitative analysis and data interpretation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify improvement areas and translate to projects.
• Support or lead projects that optimize operational efficiency.
• Design and maintain digital tools to increase efficiency and stakeholder experience.

Skills

Power BI

Lean

5S

Six Sigma

Data analysis

Excel

Machine Learning

PowerPoint

Education

Analysis/Supply Chain/Logistics/Planning degree

Tools

SQL

Job description

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.
  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.