Global Sourcing Manager Cover Letter

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for coordination assistance at the Titan Group level on global procurement opportunities and implements best practices as required.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Proficiency at the intermediate to experienced level in MS Office software applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Natural leadership competencies
• Familiarity with multiple systems (QAD, SAP, Business Warehouse, Access Database, Business Intelligence, Cognos, Oracle)
• Solid track record of driving operational improvements (design and build) to support the business strategy
• Relationship Building – Develops positive relationships by demonstrating respect for others’ perspectives and attention to their needs
• Continuous Improvement – Is actively involved with targeted efforts to eliminate waste, reduce response time, simplify the design of work/services associated with products and processes, to improve quality and customer service, and reduce complexity
• In-depth knowledge regarding labor standards and related legal issues in all major sourcing regions
• Working knowledge of environmental management systems, such waste management and water discharge quality

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

Previously, I was responsible for support to the global procurement SPA to ensure clear understanding and alignment with the Chinese supplier market of the assigned tender process, and this support is prioritised, aligned and co-ordinated with the overall assigned procurement process.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Develop and lead a strong working cross functional team representing regional procurement and the key stakeholders from across the system
• Sourcing and management experience across multiple sites
• Lead local/regional stakeholder engagements
• Lead continuous improvements within the supplier development program
• Approve and qualify suppliers
• Execute local purchasing or business stakeholder initiatives
• Operational purchasing support
• Considerable experience in purchasing

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

Previously, I was responsible for expert advice and facilitate Global Category Managers and their stakeholders through the strategy creation process to ensure timely and effective outcomes.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Experience and strong skills in social interviewing, social auditing and industrial safety
• Factory/production experience (factory management, engineering, production design) preferred
• Skilled in supplier assessment and development
• Acts as a catalyst for change and stimulates others to change
• Paves the way for needed changes and manages implementation effectively
• Use facts, data, analytical tools to evangelize change in process and behaviors
• Support/Lead BCP/CIP projects, supplier-initiated change projects and tech transfer projects
• The individual will manage the technical programs at the supplier/EM, including coordination of (tech transfer) projects, supplier qualification, management of change, capacity analysis, supply performance reviews and programs to meet industry and regulatory standards

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

Previously, I was responsible for corporate guidance on Global market conditions regarding, currency, commodity pricing and competitor landscape.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Confidence and Drive to influence IT and other divisions on recommended decisions
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite of products to facilitate preparation and delivery of management presentations (PowerPoint) and perform data analysis (Excel)
• Hardware Sourcing Experience
• Exposure of purchasing in multiple markets / internationally
• Proven experience at developing multi categories goods and services
• Proficiency and familiar with Retail Math
• Proven project management experience related to the retail environment
• Proven quality control skills

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the global sourcing manager position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for support to business groups in managing supplier contracts and relationships and makes necessary amendments to current contracts as necessary.

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:

• Proven skills in negotiating, analytics and project management
• Excellent business English skills, oral and written
• Strong SAP and MS Office skills proficiency in project management tools
• Extensive strategic sourcing and negotiation skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft office computer systems and applications
• Experience in supply chain operations and/or management preferred
• Working experience supporting more than one country and/or within a global environment is highly preferred
• Working experience within Search Firm/Agency or within the life sciences or related industry is preferred