Associate Planner Cover Letter

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

Previously, I was responsible for specialist support to Critical Projects of RCS in the area of Planning, Scheduling & Resource Planning.

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:

• Knowledge of Supply Chain planning processes
• Previous experience in purchasing and buyer/planner role
• Diploma/BSc in Production Engineering or Business Studies or equivalent
• Purchasing or Materials Management
• Familiar with SAP or E1 MM applications
• Maintain and ensure systems and procedures are in compliance to the Organization’s Quality Standards and Regulatory requirements
• Participate in Material review session for non-conforming materials and activate timely return of non-conforming materials to Suppliers
• Knowledge of supply chain processes and planning systems

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

Previously, I was responsible for technical assistance to community organizations, delegate agencies and developers pertaining to planning and development projects and work plans.

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:

• Experience in a Pharmaceutical, Consumer Products or regulated industry
• Exceptional attention to detail and goal oriented
• Confident, effective engagement with all levels of management
• Demonstrated curiosity and comfortable with frequent and fast change
• Experience with Business Intelligence, Microsoft Office, and SQL
• Working knowledge of research methods and techniques used in collecting, compiling, and organizing data and information
• Working knowledge of analytical and statistical principles and techniques
• Creativity in designing data and analysis deliverables

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for technical expertise and recommendations in assessing new IT software projects and initiatives to support and enhance existing software and systems.

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:

• MRP background
• Experience with rate based or flow line (non-MRP) and job shop manufacturing
• Communicate and confirm seasonal/annual production plans with the vendor
• Work with vendor on capacity management by factory to insure needed product flow
• High energy multi-tasker, deal with ambiguity
• Demonstrate strong customer focus and drive for results
• Previous planning or buying experience, including understanding of planning systems
• Proficient all MS Office applications

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for customer service to members of the public, officials, and the development community regarding regulations, policies, land development potential, administrative procedures and other planning-related matters.

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:

• Strong mathematical skills with exposure to retail and cost methodology preferred
• Determine cost optimal procurement plan considering capacity constraints (if applicable)
• Place/manage purchase orders with suppliers utilizing the procurement process and ensure schedule compliance by constant communication with the supplier as the delivery date approaches
• Monitor and issue purchase order delivery date and quantity changes as necessary
• Perform SAP APO based weekly Supply Network Planning, including review of alerts, supply plan, inventory projections, and green graph review
• Collaborate with appropriate Supply Chain colleagues and internal and external customers to resolve supply issues and constraints, including ad hoc analysis as needed
• Participate on project teams to fully support successful new product launches, promotions, and manage material changes
• Assign mature, low volatility SKUs within established supply chains

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

Previously, I was responsible for technical assistance to community organizations, delegate agencies and developers concerning planning and development projects and related work plans through visioning and graphic representation, including: sketching, 3D representation, and integration of planning and urban design best practices.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Bonus points for degrees in Anthropology, Sociology, Psychology and the like
• Help develop questionnaires and conduct interviews with diverse audiences
• Conduct in-depth competitive audits on activities in the Digital/Social/Mobile Landscape
• Conduct category research and opportunity assessments across multiple industries, market and media trends, generational behaviors/values/trends, societal/cultural mega-trends
• Stay current on news of the day and information related to a broad mix of relevant subjects
• Develop recommendations that answer the client brief based on audit and research efforts
• Play an active role in conceptualization, research, planning and development of new client campaigns
• Work with the Planner to write creative briefs, research dossiers