Planner / Buyer Cover Letter

I am excited to be applying for the position of planner / buyer. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for planning and procurement information to the MRP manager as well as plant supervision.

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:

• Development and maintenance of raw material and semi-finished inventory planning systems (kanban, ROP, MRP)
• Physical set-up of raw material and semi-finished inventory systems including but not limited to kanban systems, reorder point, storage locations
• Utilisation of a planning system to generate optimal stock holdings & forecast requirements
• Updating planning system inputs to reflect changes in the range of SKU’s or the requirements in response to external changes
• Use of SAP to place & manage orders in accordance with the materials planning system
• Completion of reporting, reviewing documentation
• Timely payment of supplier invoices
• Requires a highly trained professional, with demonstrated passion for customer satisfaction

In response to your job posting for planner / buyer, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In the previous role, I was responsible for department management with the coordination of activities and resolution of issues and potential problems related to production planning, procurement, and material management, making or recommending appropriate decisions consistent with strategic direction.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Excellent Communication Skills for internal and external stakeholders
• Working knowledge of planning and scheduling within a manufacturing environment
• Determine cost efficient production plan considering capacity constraints
• Place/manage purchase orders with suppliers utilizing the tolling process and ensure schedule compliance by constant communication with the supplier as the delivery date approaches
• SAP APO based weekly Supply Network Planning, including review of alerts, display supply plan, inventory projections, and customer orders
• Assigned highly promoted and/or seasonal SKUs
• Independently manages strategic supply centers along with networks in-flux
• Drives supply chain enhancement projects for assigned supply sites

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the planner / buyer position.

Previously, I was responsible for leadership and support in planning, organizing and controlling the procurement of capital equipment and services for expansion projects.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Minimum of 3 yrs solid experience in Purchasing
• Knowledgeable in basic lingo of Purchasing/Planning
• Experience in semiconductor company is an advantage
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing concepts (kanban, “pull”, ) preferred
• APICS or ISM Certification is desirable
• Working knowledge of MRP systems, inventory control, production scheduling, purchasing and capacity planning
• Experience in an ISO or GMP regulated industry
• Supplier Chain knowledge (Supplier Management, Material planning )

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the planner / buyer position.

Previously, I was responsible for reports to direct manager about material buying amounts, their usage and sufficiency according to perspective customer orders.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Use of computer for long periods of time
• Experience in the application of pull replenishment systems such as Kanban, Reorder point, Min-Max
• Experience in planning for multiple cells/production lines utilizing Kanban programs with supply base
• Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office and MRP/ERP experience
• Familiarity with vinyl windows and related building products
• Positive attitude and a team player, good customer centric attitude
• Experience with managing spare parts or other Equipment Engineering requirement and services
• Supplier relationship management and communication skills

I am excited to be applying for the position of planner / buyer. Please accept this letter and the attached resume as my interest in this position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for ongoing training and support for newly hired buyers or additions to the department on Blue Ridge Demand Planning Software.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, BPCS
• Understanding of quality assurance programs (ISO, FDA, and QRS), ERP Systems and their manufacturing related processes, and production floor process flows
• Working knowledge of MRP systems, just in time concepts
• Working under tight deadline
• BA in business preferred
• Good working knowledge of computers, spreadsheets, databases, and word processing application programs
• Experience with an MRP planning system helpful
• Understanding of ERP Systems AX & JDE