As of the end of August I have now completed my placement at Cummins Inc. Darlington Engine Plant as an Account Representative for a portfolio of international customers. I had the privilege of being exposed to a wide array of responsibilities that enriched my skills and brought valuable insights into the world of operations and logistics. Large amount of responsibility: Managing a very large volume of engine orders across 40 unique customers, I represented a diverse array of clients spanning the entire globe with unique challenges to resolve ranging from military documentation to marine certifications, prominent customer names include Sennebogen, Sandvik, Epiroc, and Manitowoc. Communication: Being the primary contact for the SLP plant in Mexico allowed me to coordinate and plan shipments with the team on their site compiling DEP's requirements and delivering our expectations in a concise manner. Additionally, I greatly increased my written professional written proficiency with the creation of work instructions and the diverse networks and relationships I built throughout the year with people around the world. Smooth Operations, Timely Deliveries: Tracking international shipments between plants and providing consistent and reliable information by compiling information from various sources. This ensured the engines' on-time arrival to intended recipients, underscoring the importance of precision in global logistics. Innovations for Efficiency: Beyond operations, I dedicated myself to enhancing data tracking and refining existing systems. My contributions included creating macros, formulas, and entirely new documents from scratch. Notable implementations like the RER order board, automating of import calculations and the DBU WIP streamlined processes and boosted operational efficiency. Nurturing New Talent: My role extended to training new team members, facilitating seamless integration into the company culture. This allowed me to leverage my communication skills to transition newcomers and provide specialized training tailored to specific customer needs. As I reflect on this transformative experience, I'm excited to share that I've been invited to continue my journey with Cummins Darlington on a zero-hour contract. This incredible opportunity reaffirms my commitment to contributing to the company's success and harnessing my skills to drive operational excellence. I'm immensely grateful for the learning, growth, and impactful connections I've forged during this time. #CumminsDarlington #ProfessionalJourney #OperationsAndLogistics #ContinuousGrowth #OperationalExcellence
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I’m happy to share that I’ve obtained a new certification: Bloomberg Market Concepts from Bloomberg! Thanks to the University of Exeter for providing free access to the resources to complete this. An Inclusive Exploration: 📈 Portfolio Management Mastery: Gained insights into portfolio construction, risk management, and optimization strategies that drive investment success. 📈 Equity Options Unveiled: Delved into the world of equity options, learning how derivatives can be leveraged to manage risk and enhance returns. 📈 Commodities Insight: Explored the commodities market dynamics, understanding how supply, demand, and geopolitical factors shape these valuable assets. 📈 Bloomberg Terminal Proficiency: Navigated the Bloomberg Terminal, honing the skills to access real-time financial data, news, and analytics that inform strategic decisions. 💡 Key Takeaways: 🔍 Holistic Skill Set: Developed a comprehensive understanding of marketing's synergy with a range of financial elements, enabling strategic versatility. 🔍 Data-Powered Decision Making: Utilized the power of the Bloomberg Terminal for in-depth analysis and actionable insights, driving well-informed marketing strategies. 🔍 Practical Implementation: Applied knowledge gained from real-world case studies to effectively bridge marketing theory with finance applications. Huge appreciation to Bloomberg for curating an immersive learning experience that has empowered me to explore the dynamic intersection of marketing and finance. This certificate signifies my commitment to continuous growth and staying attuned to industry dynamics.
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Back in June I participated in the IEUK Investment banking and Asset Management Internship. During my week-long internship, I had the opportunity to gain insights into various aspects of the industry from experts with diverse backgrounds. One of my tasks was to evaluate the hypothetical acquisition of Hugo Boss by Ralph Lauren. To accomplish this, I conducted a comprehensive valuation of the company using a DCF (Discounted Cash Flow) analysis, to do this I had to make various assumptions on the future projected cashflows of the company. This was done from their own estimates on their annual reports and comparing these to the reports of their competitors. Additionally, I needed to find a sensible value that would be used for the cost of capital to make the projection of future cash flows and the valuation realistic. Once I had calculated the terminal value for the cash flows of the company, I was able to find an approximate value for this company and to ensure for safety I then evaluated various scenarios for the company with a sensitivity table to check how the valuation would change based on different costs of capital and if the growth rate changes. This all helped me arrive at an informed decision regarding the acceptance of Ralph Lauren's asking price. Once completing the DCF I compiled a detailed valuation document, outlining the key factors and financial projections involved in the analysis. And once comparing the evaluation with competitors. I concluded that although the share premium was good it was not enough when comparing to the projected growth. My contributions during the internship were well-received, and as a result, I was invited to a one-on-one session with a representative from UBS to further discuss my work and insights. Overall, the internship provided me with valuable experiences and allowed me to apply my financial analysis skills in a real-world scenario, which led to the recognition of my efforts and the opportunity for further engagement with UBS.
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Just completed the J P morgan virtual experience. Doing the DCF of a random company created lots of problems for me that I eventually managed to solve by reviewing the documents. Having used the information provided I was able to make estimates for the financials and then advise on an investment decision.
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1yCongratulations Michael, you've done an amazing job! Everything you've put your hand to has come off and you've come out of your shell so much since we first met! All the very best for the future, I have no doubt that whatever you end up doing you'll smash it!