PLACEMENT STUDENT – Transportation Analyst
We are looking for an enthusiastic Transportation Analyst Placement Student to join our team specializing in Logistics for our Corporate/CBS segment in UK, Sandwich. 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.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Involvement and support in all Major Global and Cross Business Unit projects, ensuring data integrity of all reports, understanding and developing reporting capabilities for supply chain KPIs.
- Coordinating with stakeholders to analyse and interpret KPIs in order to identify areas for improvement and action plans, measuring carrier performance through the use of KPIs and assessment scorecards.
- Development of Supply Chain Analytics to make operational performance and trends visible.
- Utilizing existing business systems to provide analytics and reporting that are capable and repeatable.
- Financial reporting and tracking of spend and project savings.
- Development of supply chain models for scenario analysis.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
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We are looking for a wide range of applicants studying towards a Supply Chain, Logistics or Data/Statistics related area.
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Strong skills with Microsoft applications such as Excel and PowerPoint are required, knowledge of Power BI would also be advantageous although not essential.
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Ability to interpret data, innovating to solve problems.
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Good team player and able to manage workload effectively.
CLOSING DATE: (Thursday, 12th November 2026 11:59pm)
Placement Student- Transportation Analyst employer: Cummins
Cummins is an excellent employer for aspiring Sales and Marketing professionals, offering a supportive apprenticeship programme in Darlington, UK. With a focus on employee growth, you will gain invaluable skills and experience within a major global organisation, while enjoying a collaborative work culture that champions continuous improvement and customer engagement. The opportunity to study at Darlington College alongside hands-on experience ensures a well-rounded foundation for your future career.
