Manager Commodity Cover Letter

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for leadership and development of a strategic plan for the Commodity(ies) and associated suppliers aligned with company’s Supply Chain goals and objectives for cost, quality, delivery, risk, Long Term Agreements (LTAs), safety, change management, and New Product Introduction (NPI).

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Understanding of electronic/electrical industry practices and terminology preferred
• Proven success in a self-motivating, results-oriented environment
• Excellent record of successful strategic sourcing initiatives (total cost of ownership, cost analysis, financial impacts, and time value of money)
• Excellent applied negotiating skills (tactics, techniques, strategies)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and able to communicate effectively
• Demonstrated leadership skills to serve as a project lead across multiple functional areas
• Excellent computer-based skills including spreadsheet development, charting, word processing and PowerPoint capabilities
• Certification in ISM or APICS preferred

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

Previously, I was responsible for competitive intelligence from external markets, business, industry engagement or participation, and liaise with CPRM Research Specialist on physical price risk management for cocoa beans and products;.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Cost structure analysis, control of quotes in relation to total cost of ownership
• Ensure supplier early involvement in project before SOP
• Closed cooperation with OPS for insourcing/outsourcing and MOB decisions
• Closed cooperation with the commodity team assembly
• Experienced buyer with strong methodology/strategic knowledge operational/tactical know-how
• Knowledge of regional and global supplier base is for commodity group
• Track record of successful negotiations in the context of the automotive industry
• Advanced knowledge in the use of MS Office applications, Excel

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for support to the oversight for RBC Capital Markets trading risks acting as a key link between trading staff, management and Group Risk Management (GRM).

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:

• Establish and manage long term strategic and core supplier relationships
• Work closely with core and strategic suppliers in order to obtain competitive and timely quotes
• Monitor current commodity market conditions, technology roadmaps and identify supply/demand challenges
• BA/BS in engineering, business, purchasing or related field or equivalent work experience
• Experienced supply chain management and negotiation, with excellent communication skills
• Strategic Procurement management of targeted commodities
• Strong team builder, mentor, and coach at all levels
• Leadership in supply chain supply base and/or operation experience in automotive and/or aerospace industry

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for leadership in working with internal partners to select worldwide best technologies, parts and suppliers to meet or exceed business needs, including supplier categorization, supplier risk management, supplier ESR management, and supplier performance management with TQRDCE.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Knowledge/ experience in writing/negotiating supply agreements, contracts, and non-disclosure agreements
• Knowledgeable of SGA related commodities (Logistics, Facilities, Marketing, Benefits, Travel, IT and/or Professional Services)
• Thrive working in ambiguous situations
• Close cooperation with the Director – Trade Operations, Senior Traders, Sales Executives, and Vice President for the commercial strategy of the organization
• Works well in an entrepreneurial environment
• Has a proven and successful track record of delivering results
• Strong enthusiasm, initiative and a passion for results
• Lead and develop the commodity team molded parts with 5 members in EMEA

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

In my previous role, I was responsible for sourcing guidance and recommendations based on an evaluation of supplier performance (i.e., cost, quality, and delivery) and capacity to Sourcing team in P&W or Commodity Management at UTC.

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:

• Be the material performance expert for the location supported
• BS in an a related discipline
• Direct Material Procurement and/or Supply Chain experience
• Direct commodity management experience
• Factory support from a product perspective
• Personal computer with knowledge of Microsoft Office products, Excel, Word and Project
• Cost and Price analysis experience with domestic and international suppliers
• Advanced PC skills in a Windows environment, including Microsoft Office package with emphasis on Excel, Project, Word, Outlook and Access (or Sequel)