The candidate is applying for a suitable position and believes they can manage the company's sourcing strategy to decrease costs and increase profits. They have 12+ years of supply chain management experience and certifications in project management and Six Sigma. Their experience includes managing a team of 17, developing sourcing solutions, boosting on-time delivery from 45% to 90%, and reducing suppliers from 160 to 97. They possess knowledge of global operations and have led teams and partnerships to achieve efficiency and cost savings.
1. Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing this letter express my interest in a suitable position at your organization. As a certified PMP
professional with Six Sigma Black Belt credentials and 12+ years of Supply Chain Management experience in
leading strategic sourcing and completing procurement for IT / Non-IT projects, I can manage your
company’s sourcing strategy in a way that will decrease costs and increase profit margins by ensuring that
goods are bought at the most competitive price and delivered on time.
Currently I am holding Open Canada Work Permit Valid from 03/03/2016 to 04/03/2018.
In addition to my experience, I have completed Bachelors of Engineering in Instrumentation and Control and
Diploma in Electronics and telecommunications.
In my current role as a Manager - Material Quote with Flextronics Technology Pvt. Ltd, India, I am primarily
working in Sourcing Profile for all three Regions (Asia, America, and Europe) and involved in negotiating &
completing contracts with complex suppliers. I am also responsible for coaching and mentoring a team of 17
members to handle the workload and complete the material quotes within specified timelines.
In my past corporate experiences with Milton Roy India Pvt. Ltd as an Assistant Manager Heading (End to
End) Supply chain department (reporting directly with CEO) and with Hewlett Packard Invent as a Team
Lead (Spares material Planning), I have had the opportunity to successfully develop and implement sourcing
and procurement solutions leading to cost reductions and streamlined operations with domestic and global
reach.
Some of my key accomplishments include but not limited to:
• Have completed costing for almost 1400 customer Projects /Year BOM for almost 1400 projects/year and
generated revenue of 260 Million New business Opportunity/Year
• Identified by the customer as a Potential Contributor and being invited by customer to U.S for
transitioning the Xelus Administration from Onshore (United States) to Chennai
• Boosted OTD from 45 % to 90%; accounted growth in revenue of more than 30% in total Sales
• Reinforced the process, thereby leading to reduction in standard supplier’s base from 160 to 97
Specializing in inventory management, contract management, logistics, and efficiency planning, I possess an in-
depth knowledge of global manufacturing operations with experience in overseeing multi-million dollar
budgets. I have led cross-functional teams using my strong communication skills and provided oversight for key
supplier partnerships. In addition, I have developed standards and process improvements that achieve
maximum efficiency and cost savings.
For a more, detailed presentation of my skills and achievements please review the enclosed resume and please
feel free to call me at +1 438 926 0620. I look forward to speaking with you at your earliest convenience.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Pradeep Kumar.