Materials Planner Cover Letter

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

Previously, I was responsible for systems expertise to the site in terms of effective use of our ERP system (Merit and Infor).

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Familiar with CPG industry
• Working knowledge of MRP systems, SAP strongly preferred
• Strong computer skills including MS Office programs
• Excellent communications, interpersonal and analytical skills
• Engages with demand management team, marketing team, and customers to understand customer demand and future forecast
• Worked with multiple range of SKUS
• Previous planning experience preferred but not essential as training will be given
• Bachelor of Science/ Engineering or BBA with Supply Chain knowledge

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for sAP functional expertise to develop process documentation and develop training in support of transformational initiative to implement MRP in SAP while working to standardize materials management processes across Grace locations.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Purchase order's creation based on requisitions received
• Capable of analysis and problem solving in order to provide optimal answers and solutions to customers
• Drive shipping activities to provide the best shipping option according to customer requirements
• Very strong in using MRP systems (preferably SAP), Excel, Word and Powerpoint
• CPM or APICS certification preferred
• Working knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Outlook
• Experience dealing in scheduling with EMS Partner suppliers
• Comprehensive understanding of requirements planning and forecasting methods is desirable

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

Previously, I was responsible for mRP leadership/guidance to plant supply chain teams.

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 and/or knowledge of MRP/ ERP systems and general BOM concepts as would normally be acquired by working in a role where this was a major responsibility
• A service-oriented philosophy that is responsive to internal and external customers
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the procurement field
• Previous experience in production planning or materials planning in an airline, transportation or service industry
• Prior experience in supply chain or distribution industry
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Access, SharePoint & Visio
• Understanding Microsoft Office and strong computer skills
• Analytical and effective in problem solving with a sense of urgency

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for leadership and expertise on ERP projects – drive consistent processes that balance system utilization and efficiency across functions; be an advocate for supply chain requirements as well as support SAP roll-out as applicable.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Expedites orders for customers where possible
• Ensures work orders for their areas of responsibility are current, not past due, not in pick status for long periods of time
• Support potential miss to ensure on time completion of critical orders, be proactive
• Supports High Performance Work Teams (support two HPWT) & flexible/capable of working in different environments
• Supports plant continuous improvement
• PR/PO/TO/SA Release
• Control and monitor part supply delivery
• Control and create RTV, RMAR, and Discrepancy, consign rework and replacement monitoring

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

Previously, I was responsible for ongoing support and maintenance of ERP systems for changes, validation testing and upgrades.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Previous experience in FMCG industry with planning and procurement background is an advantage
• Proactive and highly motivated to learn new things
• QAD/SAP experience is preferred
• Experience in of the areas of purchasing, expediting or logistics preferred
• Excellent organization and computer skills, especially in Microsoft Excel
• Good communication skills to work with various departments in the organization outside vendors
• Experience with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Outlook
• Prefered work experience at Global company