Sourcing Assistant Cover Letter

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

Previously, I was responsible for complete product development and commercialization information to the production team to ensure products reach production stage.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Humble and structured approach towards handling basic and more complex project tasks
• A go-do person, who is able to take ownership, work independently and get results
• A team player, who understands the importance of stakeholder management, can build rapport even in challenging situations Relevant experience is preferred, but not a requirement
• Supplier Management and Negotiation Skills
• Familiarity with PLM system
• Good knowledge of Procurement & Supply Chain and general contract structure and terms
• Sound knowledge on IT products and services, and service providers
• Good negotiation & analytical skill

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for support to the Innovation team including both Raw Material and functional components to support the garment development.

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

• Very strong excel skills are needed
• Abilities to read, write, perform basic math skills, and speak English
• Extensive knowledge of orthopedic, spine and biologic implants
• Experience managing a budget and performing financial analysis preferred
• Provide input to internal stakeholders and reports about the relevant work
• Ensure all data in the systems is updated and accurate and compliant with the global sourcing process
• Work on ad hoc queries and assigned projects, analyse large spend datasets and identifying savings opportunities
• Help in finding the category cost drivers, time to source or capable suppliers

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for direct and ongoing leadership for an organization of multiple subordinate managers and individual contributors managing all aspects of the global engineering and product quality assurance relationship with key suppliers of external hardware, components, materials, or services for the development and manufacturing of product or service lines.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Vendor Sourcing Supply chain management Purchase Order management, Procurement Vendor Management Contract Management
• Knowledge of ERP- SAP, (Preferably BAAN)
• Knowledge on handling Indirect procurement
• Proven high performer
• Able to work independently, without continuous guidance, and not afraid of taking ownership and initiative
• Good at Excel based analytics and comfortable in creating presentations in PowerPoint
• A humble and enthusiastic team player
• Solid Work experience of sourcing / e-sourcing work experience

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for process engineering support to both internal and external Product Development teams in order to facilitate a timely introduction of new product.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Worked in hardcore procurement/sourcing function
• Knowledge of ARIBA Sourcing Professional will be an advantage
• Having worked with e-sourcing consultancy companies in Mumbai will be an advantage
• Meticulous & analytical skills
• Well versed with Microsoft Office Applications, specially Excel, Power Point
• Strong team player who will take initiative
• Able to objectively listen and direct employees and management through issues, while maintaining confidentiality
• Strong knowledge of CAD/CAM processes and applications, handling related software’s

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for support to the Strategic Sourcing Team and related initiatives (HLA/TLA, subcontract manufacturing, LCR, New Product Development projects).

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Maintaining a proactive positive attitude and instilling this within the team
• Support management in strategic initiatives and process improvements that are to be implemented in the global organisation such as knowledge sharing and team communication
• Analysing supplier offers, quantifying total costs and total values of ownership
• Mapping and analysing data on current spend patterns to identify cost drivers and opportunities in complex marketplaces
• Preparing and participating in different types of sourcing negotiations
• Excellent verbal / written communication skills and English proficiency level
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office, especially Excel & Power point
• Strong experience in Procurement operations and Supply chain management processes