Procurement Program Manager Cover Letter

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for coaching across the organization on structured problem solving tools including Six Sigma and Lean.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Demonstrated financial and/or analytical experience including familiarity with concepts of forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis, and/or data interpretation and analysis of large data sets
• Leadership or participation in supplier improvement initiatives
• Project management involving coordination of multiple functions
• Experience in balancing conflicting priorities dealing with ambiguity
• Experience in training development and delivery desirable but not essential
• Excellent problem solving, team building, project management and change management skills
• Evidence of practical knowledge of standards and regulations pertaining to the medical device industry, both domestic and international
• Should have a strong understanding and work experience of the Procurement process

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the procurement program manager position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for training and mentoring on specific Lean Six Sigma tools to green belt candidates and others.

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:

• Results oriented person with a strong delivery focus and can work independently and collaboratively with global teams
• Deliver procurement savings by conducting strategic sourcing activity including developing category strategies, managing competitive RFPs, evaluating supplier proposals, conducting supplier negotiations, and developing source selection recommendations
• Partner with stakeholders to streamline the procure-to-pay (P2P) process using catalogs, developing customized P2P solutions based on stakeholder requirements
• Analyze purchasing and transaction data to identify catalog opportunities and to measure catalog utilization and effectiveness
• Build robust relationships with business partners to understand their procurement needs and design efficient procurement processes
• Drive effective teamwork, communication, and collaboration across both global and local teams
• Prior experience in establishing and driving catalog programs in a multi-national environment
• Prior experience in serving as a technical administrator of a system

Please consider me for the procurement program manager opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

In the previous role, I was responsible for successful implementation of Six-Sigma and Lean Manufacturing principles and practices.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Should be an Expert in Implementing/Customizing Ariba Procurement Workspace module
• Should have experience with Docusign solution
• Should be an Expert in Configuring/ Implementing/Customizing Ariba Sourcing and Contracts Solutions
• Should have strong experience with On Demand modules
• Managed at least one alternative delivery procurement with financial elements from planning through execution
• TXDOT and county project experience is preferred
• Active in relevant professional, civic and/or community organizations
• Experience working successfully in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for technical support and guidance to troubleshoot, analyze and recommend actions to improve yield, qualit yand cost using lean six sigma tools and philosophies.

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

• Telecommuting options after successfully completing initial training and trial service
• Support in seeking state and national certification
• Initiating new projects
• Analyze impact of proposed policies or legislation and manage the people side of change to business processes
• Contract and procurement experience (government or non-government)
• Critical thinking and collaborative skills to pursue continuous improvements and innovations
• Launch procurement projects (meet customer needs on time, accurately, and achieving controllership)
• Interact and build robust relationships with Project Managers and business owners

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the procurement program manager position.

Previously, I was responsible for direction and leadership in Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing Concepts.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Understanding of controllership and compliance principles
• Understanding of the Business & Supply Chain practices, including Supplier Relationship Management
• Good team building skill and conflict management skills
• An experienced knowledge of scheduling tools and processes is an advantage
• Good Software tools practice (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
• Advanced or expert knowledge of Program management Best practices
• Lean methodology knowledge is an advantage
• Knowledge of Project economics and Business case financials is necessary