Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing Cover Letter

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for local market and supplier insights to Corporate Procurement and internal stakeholders to influence sourcing strategies, supplier selections and sourcing decisions.

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 with the development, interpretation, application and presentation of value-added data for senior management
• Experience in / understanding of procurement processes, contract management and supplier relationship management an asset
• Experience in negotiating contracts and outsourcing agreements
• Progressive experience in an accounting/finance role
• Oracle R12 (procurement, /IExpense/iSupplier) experience preferred
• Subject matter expertise in IT Hardware/Software and Telecom categories
• Strong computer literacy (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Extensive experience in sourcing or operations roles, including significant management experience

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for comprehensive category management, including contracting support, spend analysis, sourcing strategies and supplier 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:

• Problem Solver who is able to use external tools, networks, internal and external intelligence to find solutions for high-growth global environment
• Possess the flexibility needed to calibrate to changes, reprioritize goals and work effectively and efficiently in a dynamic and extremely fast-paced environment
• Assertive, but flexible, with execution-oriented mindset
• BS (Business or Finance)
• Subject matter expertise in Facilities, Marketing, Human Resources, and Finance categories
• Legal and commercial negotiations
• Strong commercial acumen to drive sourcing and demand management strategies and supply negotiations across the data sciences category
• Strong oral and written communication / presentation / collaboration skills

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the senior manager, strategic sourcing position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for strategic sourcing leadership to deliver on company initiatives related to cost reduction, cost avoidance, supplier rationalization and standardizing purchasing practices.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Extensive hospitality industry experience preferred, with a mix of experience from sourcing, project and hotel operations roles
• CPSM, C.P.M., CFPM or willingness to attain certifications during the course of employment
• In-depth knowledge of purchasing and supply chain management of food, beverage, operating supplies, capital equipment, and contracted services
• Enjoys working as part of a global team environment
• Proven delivery of strong results to the business
• History of building strong internal and external relationships
• Expert stakeholder engagement
• Expert sourcing strategy development

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for strategic sourcing leadership to deliver on Sysco’s initiatives related to cost of goods reductions, cost avoidance and supplier evaluations.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Demonstrated expertise in the negotiation of a wide array of IT contract forms including
• Expert in evaluating a broad range of technology investments with advanced critical thinking and analytical skills providing our business partners with the greatest flexibility and solution options
• Drive improvement through regular Supplier Performance Reviews
• Oracle R12 (iProcurement) experience preferred
• Certified Materials & Resource Professional (CMRP) is preferred
• Knowledge and experience with COMPARE
• Experience in conducting competitive sourcing studies, including knowledge of OMB Circular A-76
• Experience in business process reengineering, business case analysis, acquisitions, procurement, strategic sourcing and costs analysis

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the senior manager, strategic sourcing position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for category-level analysis to influence sourcing decisions and ensure supplier meets the needs of customer, including Total Cost of Ownership, quality, performance and technical requirements.

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:

• Strategic Effectiveness
• Broad experience and success in Mining or maintenance management in large operations would be advantageous
• Experience of sourcing or operations related to the responsibility category / sub categories
• Strong operational experience in a Supply Chain Management role in a Mining and Operations environment
• Proven purchasing, goods consolidation, warehousing, inventory management and logistics experience
• Successful career in the mining industry, finance or maintenance intensive arenas
• Proven track record for problem solving and successfully delivering projects
• Professional qualification in purchasing management or supply chain from the recognized organization is preferred