Strategic Sourcing Manager Cover Letter

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for experienced mentorship and leadership to the sourcing/procurement teams as needed for contract negotiations strategies, sourcing strategies, supplier management, partner management, risk management, problem solving and resolution and change management.

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

• Able to solve difficult problems independently and in a team environment
• Able to manage multiple priorities and drive results
• Able to influence at all levels internally and externally
• Experience in global markets with experience in EU, India, and the Philippinespreferred
• History of strong influencing/negotiation skills and change mgmt
• Technology industry and/or prior management consulting experience preferred
• Excellent communication (verbal and written), problem solving, financial analysis, project management, negotiation/issue resolution, and leadership skills
• Extensive experience with financial systems that support the procurement function

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for procurement support ensuring Procurement representation and participation in all issues related to assigned Professional Services categories.

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

• Identify, initiate and deliver cost saving initiatives against agreed financial targets
• Utilise procurement process including RFI/RFQ’s
• Contribute effective procurement consultancy advice and assistance to both IT and the business
• Ensure contractual obligations are adhered to
• Proactively identify and effectively manage business risks
• Negotiate terms & conditions and pricing in conjunction with legal support
• Higher education in a business related field
• Experience in a previous IT procurement role

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for analysis of spend data and industry dynamics to prioritize and launch IT sourcing initiatives, across several sub-categories:.

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

• Skilled in MS Office Suite applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Certification in Six Sigma (BB or GB) or Lean Manufacturing
• Experience with Contract Manufacturing (CM) and Outsourced Design and Manufacturing (ODM) partners
• Strong analytical & arithmetic skills
• Strong knowledge of category management & sourcing principles
• Computer applications knowledge (Strong Excel)
• Demonstrate expertise with respect to all procurement concepts, policies & procedures
• Strong track record of financial data analysis, budget planning, inventory management, and driving procurement strategies

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for strategic, procurement-related insight into the assigned product portfolio to the Senior Director of Procurement, to develop corporate wide strategic initiatives/objectives.

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

• High level of interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with senior management, key stakeholders, colleagues and vendors
• Proven track record of achieving savings goals
• Experience with automated Procurement solutions, , P2P, e-auctions
• Pursues a wide variety of opportunities to improve PROCUREMENT, T&O and BMO by thinking creatively, producing a range of solutions to problems, seek relevant information before making a decision and anticipates change in the business environment
• The Strategic Sourcing Manager should follow the Strategic Sourcing and Category Strategies and Commodity planning process and Governance
• A proven leader, the Strategic Sourcing Manager role will manage the generation and delivery of ideas, strategy and achievement of third party spend savings initiatives / pipeline, and will directly lead negotiation and execution of strategic sourcing initiatives
• Experience with supplier relationship/contract management software such as Emptoris and Archer preferred
• Demonstrated track record of identifying, developing and executing high impact sourcing strategies for labor based services

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for mentoring to other procurement team members in procurement best practices, specific industry commodity expertise, and the management of internal clients at the senior manager level.

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:

• Develop and execute Business Continuity Plans
• Experience in leading people in a matrix organization
• Certification in procurement, supply chain or project management preferred, , Certified Professional in Supply Management® (CPSM®) from the Institute of Supply Management® (ISM)
• Strategic sourcing methodology experience preferred
• Working knowledge of Six Sigma and/or continuous improvement methodology/tools preferred
• Dealt with a procurement amount of about 4 mil USD
• Fluent written and communication skill in English to precisely and succinctly convey relevant information and knowledge to others at all levels
• Direct sourcing experience such as systems , pneumatic parts and automation