Manager, Sales Planning Cover Letter

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for guidance to category managers on strategy improvements and establishment of TCO models, “should-cost” models and other category management tools.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Relevant and demonstrable experience in SIOP or a similar cross functional leadership role
• Strong Commercial, Product and Marketing knowledge and acumen
• Demonstrable leadership experience in a matrix environment
• Experience with making decisions based on data and analysis
• Good working knowledge of ERP/MRP, Supply Chain Management principles, Master data management and SiOP IT packages/systems
• Experience in the financial services and/or insurance industry is preferred
• Strong computer skills, especially Excel, Access, Word and SQL
• Familiarity with general ledger accounting systems (Lawson/Hyperion)

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

Previously, I was responsible for analytics report to cross-functional development of BU long-term strategy (e.g., Shengli) and 3-year rolling strategic plan (SBP) to identify new emerging opportunities and business models to achieve 2020 Vision and beyond.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience in a supply chain leadership role with significant responsibility
• Experience with cloud based CRM
• Experience with SAP, SFDC, or other Food Service based software solutions
• Indepth understanding of how Sales integrates with Marketing, Finance, Supply Chain and the Business
• Considerable experience in Demand, Stock and Production Planning
• Experience in Sales and/or Logistics desirable
• Good understanding of P&L desirable
• Able to take responsibilities and make own logical decisions with minimal direction

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for insight and support to demand team on range changes and sku listings and support to third party sales teams.

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

• Relevant experience in aftersales operations management parts sales, workshop management
• Good knowledge of aftersales business
• Good communication and interaction skills with customers
• Knowledge and passion for industry-based sales, marketing and operational performance metrics
• Experience with BI tools and other software such as Microsoft Excel to transform data into insight
• Knowledgeable of common sales, marketing and operational performance metrics used in industry
• Experience with BI visualization tools and other software such as Microsoft Excel to transform data into insight
• Driving results-oriented solutions in a global cross functional environment with special focus on Europe, the Middle East, India, Russia and Africa

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

Previously, I was responsible for research based on vertical trade publications, sales round table discussions, third party research and client interviews.

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:

• Strong leadership skills including the management and development of direct reports, influencing skills with cross functional & external partners, strategic development, & selling strategy to Sr
• Knowledge of SAP Material Master and PO module
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and production planning/control
• Committed to continuous improvement and analytical problem solving
• Knowledge of the operating system, SAP, is highly desirable
• Considerable experience of FMCG environment across relevant trade channels including customer facing roles
• Category planning & activation exposure
• Experience executing product strategy and sales plans with a CPG company (4-6 yrs)

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the manager, sales planning position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for input for business decisions by producing detailed financial models and P&Ls incorporating assumptions, expectations, and known risks.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Understanding of Contract Manufacturing business with knowledge of Defense / Aerospace
• Experience creating and implementing plans, inclusive of budgets and followup on goals
• Experience leading and developing a team preferred
• Highly skilled in building valued partnerships with stakeholders, communicating effectively, influencing senior leaders, leading change, applying emotional intelligence, managing projects, and understanding analytics
• The delivery of the category GTN
• The category performance & forecast across channels (RE’s) and customers inclusive of Sales input to the IBP Process
• Deploy go to market plans and resource allocation for key launch initiatives and Big Bets across MT/TT/EMB
• Team player that is able to help others understand complex issues and is able to lead a diverse group to a common goal