Purchasing Agent Cover Letter

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for proactive procurement consulting to campus departments, establishing themselves as a subject matter expert in procurement practices and collaborates with PSC management in developing policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Intermediate knowledge Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Intermediate knowledge of electronic purchasing and/or finance systems
• Public sector Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) certification or Certified Professional in Supply Management(CPSM)
• Lean manufacturing experience is desirable
• Self-motivated team member with a "Whatever It Takes" attitude
• Advance knowledge of Microsoft Office, database skills including reporting and querying data with business intelligence tools
• Report to the office dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time
• Certified Purchasing Professional, APICS or other purchasing certification preferred

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for feedback regarding supplier performance through participation in surveys and the use of Supplier Corrective Action Reports (SCARs) as needed.

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

• Able to meet deadlines, work under time constraints, multitask and prioritize work
• Superior organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, with a focus on Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated understanding of billing, accounting, and data based systems
• Computer skills including spreadsheet, word-processing and database programs
• Demonstrated knowledge in telephony, telecom, or related technical industry
• Purchasing Industry certifications or endorsements
• To provide a representative who understands the technical importance of the categories/commodities used by LKC Silica

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for feedback and guidance as needed to ensure supplier conformance to E&R performance guidelines and report significant performance issues to Purchasing and/or Product Management.

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:

• Professional procurement certification such as CPM, CPPB, or CPCM
• Steel manufacturing experience preferred
• Familiarity with various computer software programs
• Familiarity with steel items
• A knack for negotiation and networking
• Industrial field components knowledge preferred
• Experience purchasing electronic materials, parts, components
• Experience with ERP, MRP, or similar software

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for leadership in the administration of purchasing, tactical buying, sourcing and supplier management activities to achieve cost efficient, accurate and on time purchases, including compliance to Continental purchasing policies.

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

• Working knowledge of MS Office and purchasing software
• Associates in Business Administration or relevant field
• Knowledge of automated purchasing system is desirable
• Experience with the purchase of animal related products, car rental and travel services, dental related products, furniture, hotel agreements and food products, services and equipment
• Knowledge of University business policies and procedures are desirable
• Familiarity with PeopleSoft/Oracle purchasing and contract module is desirable
• Competency in data analysis, forecasting and planning
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with superior skills in Excel

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for direction, manages the daily activities of site fulfillment purchasing team at entry level exempt and/or at nonexempt levels using established policies and procedures.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• The opportunity to strategically source & support the acquisition of needed goods and services locally
• To provide a first line of defense when discrepancies (receipt of damaged or incorrect goods, billing issues, VISA issues, ) occur and to assist the originator(s) with correction them
• Loss of interaction between settings up Storeroom operations without a local Purchasing manager on-site (this is a unique situation we are in that requires full-time on-site involvement in dealing with Separation issues
• Should be tech savvy and be able to quickly learn, understand, and use computer systems
• Experience with an electronic purchasing system and ERP
• Experience with construction or construction related project management or procurement
• Computer literate, preferably Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Prior experience in the homebuilding industry is preferred, specifically with a homebuilder or a Trade/Supplier