Analyst, Planning Cover Letter

I would like to submit my application for the analyst, planning opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for analysis to support decision-making, including presenting outcomes and identifying the key value drivers, benefits, sensitivities and risks, and financial and accounting implications.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience in putting recruitment, training, and attrition plan together
• Knowledge of WFM tool will be an added advantage
• Experience with SAP implementations and supporting SAP solutions
• Experience supporting SAP HANA, SAP BW and reporting applications preferred
• Expert understanding of planning concepts like statistical forecasting, proportion profiling, merchandising planning, assortment planning, new product forecasting techniques, aggregation/disaggregation other MRP and supply chain concepts
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and managing research projects, utilizing databases, integrating and translating information into high-value planning insights
• Proficient experience using secondary data sources, data visualization programs, contact management tools and digital/online survey research software programs
• Well-developed quantitative skills and statistical competencies

In response to your job posting for analyst, planning, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for support to Commercial departments, Supply, Procurement, Legal, Finance, HR, Zone People departments, external and internal audit in deep dive and costs analysis and in processes of budgeting, forecasting and monthly analyses.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Previous Route Planning experience preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational and decision making skills, to support this a developing proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• Technical knowledge of database structure and applications
• Strong working knowledge of AS400 database
• Understanding of planograms is an asset
• Experience in travel, hospitality, data analysis, planning or product management/development preferred
• Advanced Excel and technical skills
• Forecast half hourly customer contacts, AHT and shrinkage by business area using historical trends, seasonality and marketing plans

Please consider me for the analyst, planning opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for support in areas of interest deep dive analysis (drivers, segmentation, impact analysis, WHERE, WHO).

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• BS or BA in a quantitative field (e.g., Finance, Economics, Math, Operations Research, Statistics, Data Science, Management Science)
• Experience in time series forecasting multivariate statistical methods such as GLM, longitudinal analysis, classification, dimension reduction, clustering, categorical analysis
• Able to learn quickly and work in an ambiguous environment
• Knowledge of project management and business process mapping
• Good knowledge of excel is essential, additional knowledge of SPSS, R or Python is preferred
• Comfortable with ambiguity and have a trailblazer mentality
• Special expertise in branded consumer goods, preferably footwear or apparel
• Knowledge of Microsoft applications to include

I would like to submit my application for the analyst, planning opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In the previous role, I was responsible for support to business and systems management in addressing complex business issues, conducting feasibility studies and business cases, performing cost/benefit analysis, assessing risks, presenting implementing solutions, and identifying potential information technology vendors.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Previous audit experience is desirable
• Optimize Inventory Level and Express Cost
• Comfort developing structure around projects that are not well defined
• Proficient in Access, Excel, and Word
• Strong working knowledge of retail math, financial planning, and store planning
• Strong proficiency in Excel, including creating conditional formulas, vertical lookups and pivot tables
• Comprehensive computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint)
• Effective verbal and written communication skills (documentation, communication with peers and leadership)

I am excited to be applying for the position of analyst, planning. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for deep dive analysis of external industry events/incidents and assess if ETS can be exposed to those risks.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Basic Skills and Knowledge of SAP software
• Creating business documents using Microsoft Word
• Collaborating with multiple individuals and/or cross functional groups and/or teams
• Using the Florida Real-time Vehicle Information System (FRVIS) to issue motor vehicle credentials
• Identifying problems and making recommendations for change
• Using Florida Driver License Information System (FDLIS)
• Using Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and Visio
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel and SharePoint