Data Analyst Co-Op; Procurement & Logistics; Undergraduate Students

The Procurement & Logistics Data Analyst Co-Op is designed for undergraduate students seeking hands‑on experience working with large, complex operational datasets in a mission‑driven public‑sector environment. Procurement & Logistics holds some of the MBTA’s most critical and information‑rich data, spanning contracts, vendors, purchase orders, invoices, vouchers, and inventory that collectively support daily transit operations and long‑term programs. As a result, there is a constant need for improved reporting, system validation, and process modernization to turn raw transactional data into meaningful insights.

Co‑Ops work directly with staff and leadership within Procurement & Logistics to support data‑driven decision‑making and improve how essential goods and services are planned, tracked, and delivered. The role offers exposure to real enterprise systems, imperfect data, and evolving business processes, providing an authentic analytics experience beyond classroom exercises. Co‑Ops are encouraged to think critically about how data can be structured, visualized, and automated to increase transparency, efficiency, and accountability across the organization.

This position requires the ability to manage multiple work streams simultaneously, collaborate with stakeholders across the MBTA, and communicate analytical insights clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences. While gaining exposure to state and federal procurement regulations in a live operating environment, co‑ops produce tangible analytical tools and improvements that are used by leadership and operational teams, directly contributing to stronger decision‑making and better outcomes for the MBTA.

• Support staff & leadership by conducting data analysis that informs strategic and operational decision‑making.
• Build, maintain, and enhance dashboards, reports, and visualizations (primarily in Tableau).
• Collect, clean, validate, and reconcile procurement and logistics data across multiple systems to ensure accuracy and reliability.
• Assist in maintaining and improving data pipelines and analytical tools, including compiling historical and current data to identify changes, trends, or anomalies.
• Analyze data pertaining to contracts, purchase orders, vendors, and procurement processes.
• Perform invoice, voucher, and payment data pulls from enterprise systems when automated solutions are unavailable.
• Support system validation and data quality efforts by comparing data between enterprise systems and documenting findings and recommended updates.
• Assist with documentation, process mapping, and modernization initiatives within Procurement & Logistics.
• Collaborate with Sourcing, Non‑Inventory, Inventory, and Compliance on projects.
• Participate in team / staff meetings, organization events, fieldwork, project teams, or other duties as needed.
• Additional responsibilities may include focusing on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendums or hiring manager for department or location specific functions.
• Provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experience.
• Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.

* The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and complexity of the work being performed by staff assigned to this job and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here‑in are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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