Supplier Diversity Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the supplier diversity position.

Previously, I was responsible for strategic level thinking, supplier management leading practices, and continuous improvement ideas to ensure best in class processes.

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

• Consult with and advise senior management on developing and integrating strategies into business practices with diverse suppliers
• Lead the economic inclusion and supplier diversity team within the global supplier management group to establish and achieve goals
• Proactively engage w/ category CoEs for RFX, Source Recommendation Committee (SRC) and inclusion strategies (Supply Strategy Council, (SSC)) to drive performance toward set Economic Inclusion and Supplier Diversity goals and targets
• Encourage, influence and support strategic suppliers to embed supplier diversity within their supply chain
• Oversee / manage the creation of analytical reports to monitor and report on diverse supplier utilization trends and performance to goals ensuring compilation of key data and maintenance of reports
• Will be a member of the Source Recommendation Committee (SRC)
• Will lead and manage EI & SD resources to fulfill goals and objectives
• Active engagement with key external partners (BDR, NMSDC, WBENC, NGRC, NGLCC and others)

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for strategic direction for Supplier/Vendor Risk Management & Supplier Diversity and adapt strategies to changing circumstances as required.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Strong data analytical skills with a knowledge of PRISM/BW and Microsoft Office
• Experience in developing small business subcontracting plans and small business participation/utilization plans
• Experience in leading supply chain proposal activities including sourcing and teaming strategies, negotiation and execution of teaming agreements, supply chain strategies, proposals and material program plans
• Strong financial and analytical skills, incl
• Expertise with MS Office Suite, with focus on Excel
• Experience creating, interpreting and/or enforcing Government Regulation requirements
• Strong quantitative, analytical and technical skills related to improvement approaches and demonstrated results
• Maintain data and use information for diverse supplier goal planning and reporting

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the supplier diversity position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for strategic advice to the studio’s Managing Director, giving an informed perspective on diversity and inclusion trends and best practices.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Experience in development and expansion of Economic Inclusion projects/initiatives
• Global Supplier Diversity and Tier 2 process experience
• Exceptional Customer Service skills, willing to go above and beyond to resolve an issue
• Collaboration and communication skills (both verbal and written) are top notch, experience in presenting to different audiences (individual teams to executive level)
• Communicates in a clear, concise and timely manner and operates effectively as a team player
• Proven experience in developing and implementing Supplier Diversity program
• Results-oriented, excellent program management and organization skills
• Proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, with advanced Excel experience

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the supplier diversity position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for visionary and strategic leadership, building awareness, creating access, promoting cultural understanding, and implementing diversity best practices to the COH Diversity Resource Groups.

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 knowledge of project management techniques and tools
• Familiarity with CDP Supply Chain reporting - Preferred
• Past supplier diversity and reporting experience strongly preferred
• Adept at assimilating research and voice of customer input into compelling solutions
• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of applications
• Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 19
• Demonstrated knowledge of Supply Chain processes and related systems, proposal support, subcontract management and logistics
• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and government contracting

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for oversight of the search advocate program; work with diversity advocates and search committee members on best practices in the search process.

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

• Timely resolution of all new supplier inquiries
• Providing and supporting customer contract compliance report requests
• Managing and providing the Second Tier reporting for HSM suppliers and Hilton national sales customers
• Managing the supplier registration process
• Managing all new supplier inquiry requests
• Building relationships among Hilton and HSM leadership to partake in development and definition of the supplier diversity program
• Solid knowledge of laws, rules and regulations applicable to the provisions and limitations of a SD program
• Advanced project/program management, organizational, analytical, strategic thinking, relationship-building and communication skills