Sourcing Associate Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the sourcing associate position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for analytical support and input for forecasts, capacity planning, various procurement requests (RFI, RFP, RFQ, etc.), negotiations, procurement strategies, cash delivery, order optimization, and other procurement tools.

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:

• Advanced knowledge of PPM4
• Experience and knowledge of offset and large format printing
• Successful negotiation skills with substrate and print suppliers
• Basic knowledge of paper and synthetic substrates
• Experience using Excel and Google sheets
• Manage product development life cycle for inception of Sketch to production ready garments fto meet GTM calendar deadlines for seasonal styles and Chase special programs
• Create and manage WIP report for development tracking and Proto garment delivery Pattern, sew-by, tech pack, graphic artwork sheets, wash standards are ready for 1st proto delivery
• Partner with the Design team for product development approvals, ie trim approvals, artwork approvals Communicating approvals to vendors in a timely time frame

I would like to submit my application for the sourcing associate opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for final contract updates to GPO membership in advance of contract expiration to allow for timely purchasing system updates.

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:

• Proficiency in Microsoft suite, including Word, Power Point and Excel
• Maintain MOQ / LCL and Document fees policies for each product season in collaboration with development
• Product qualification for Packaging and Shaft band labels
• Experience in price-cost analysis and supplier negotiations is helpful
• Working knowledge of manufacturing, planning, and procurement systems
• Fluent in English and Spanish or Italian
• Strong understanding of third party Contract Manufacturing & Medical Device supply/commodity markets
• Experience working in/with Pharma/Biotech companies preferred (mid-sized Biotech strongly preferred)

Please consider me for the sourcing associate opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for advance notification to user departments regarding contract termination and make recommendation for renewal or alternate options.

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

• Initial Costing and partner with internal teams to engineer products within cost parameters
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure upstream inputs align with vendor communication and GTM deadline dates
• Experience with Denim washes / laundries
• Experience with Import communication
• Experience with Ariba Sourcing and Contracting
• Strong computer skills in business software
• Highly inquisitive, intuitive and will have a strong analytical background
• Fresh graduates/entry level applicants are welcome to apply

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for leadership oversight and executive decision support for related technology projects that may have impact to Mercury product strategy including projects related to ServiceNow, Archer, Ariba, other procurement tools, etc.

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:

• Leadership experience supporting IT areas such as Infrastructure, Operations, Application Development
• Experience in strategy and negotiations of enterprise-wide IT Professional Services and Telecom agreements
• Experienced leader within a fortune 100 company
• Experience with technical solutions to sourcing activities/workflow management
• Creative and proactive approach
• Proficiency in managing contract development and compliance
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications, including Word, Power Point and Excel
• Knowledge and proficiency with SAP, Ariba and other management and financial information systems

Please consider me for the sourcing associate opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In my previous role, I was responsible for actionable insights to procurement and the business using multiple data sources, which deliver significant business value.

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

• Basic understanding of supplier management and sourcing principles
• Strong analytic and computer related skills
• Prior procurement/purchasing related internship preferred
• Purchasing certificates preferred
• Develop and implement business and operational strategies based on organization goals and business needs
• Work with Operations Leadership to set and / or approve policies around sourcing and data collection
• Craft or fulfill reporting mechanisms and forums to educate and inform business partners
• Evangelize Filing and Sourcing capabilities to improve opportunities for scalable, sustainable, and lean methodologies for data acquisition