We are seeking a student pursuing a degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Operations Management, Analytics and/or Data Science or Industrial Engineering. The Smiths Group paid Internship's anticipated start date is January 17, 2021.

• The intern will work closely with the Smiths Indirect Sourcing and Procurement (SISP) Team, Supply Chain, Logistics Managers, and other key stakeholders to help analyze logistics data to identify opportunities for systemic improvements and logistics optimization. They will look to use data to test theories, discover opportunities and track results.
• Responsible for creating PowerPoint slides to describe challenges, propose solutions and give updates on a regular basis
• Will be asked to follow up & drive actions with individuals across the globe
• Standardize work documentation - Prepare and document the work analysis into standard templates
• Assist the Logistics Buyers in activities related to data collection and report development for logistics sourcing projects
• Utilize data analysis to integrate improvements in a supply chain and logistics environment to create data models, evaluate simulations, perform cost studies, and develop strategies for the future
• Intern presentations of work at end-of-term to division management

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

• Supply Chain, Finance, Operations Management, Data Science, and/or Industrial Engineering students enrolled in a 4-year accredited college program, with minimum sophomore year completed by summer of 2021
• Strong analytical aptitude: do not have to be an expert, but comfortable with data and willing to learn
• Familiarity of Logistics and Financial concepts as it relates to Supply Chain/Procurement, willing to learn
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to take work direction as a learning opportunity
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point)
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, rapidly changing environment
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to management and cross functional team members

At Smiths we apply leading-edge technology to design, manufacture and deliver market-leading innovative solutions that meet our customers' evolving needs, and touch the lives of millions of people every day. We are a FTSE100, global business of around 23,000 colleagues, based in 55 countries. Our solutions have a real impact on lives across the planet, enabling industry, improving healthcare, enhancing security, advancing connectivity and supporting new homes. Our products and services are often critical to our customers’ operations, while our proprietary technology and high service levels help create competitive advantage. We welcome colleagues with a curious mind, who are happy with responsibility, enjoy a challenge and are attracted by the idea of working at a business with an almost 170 year history of innovation, and five global divisions, all experts in their field.

Smiths Group plc is a global entity with 5 distinct trading Divisions. Smiths Business Information Services, commonly known as "BIS," is Smiths Group's internal IT organisation, supporting the Group's business divisions and corporate centre. Key priorities include delivery of all day to day IT services, development of new IT solutions and services and helping colleagues protect the company’s information assets.