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Category Manager Cover Letter

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for strategic input to the Category Leaders and Category Leads, Marketing, Retail and Merchant Operations in development of a customer experience plan reconciled with category and enterprise strategies.

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:

• Strong analytical skills and use of data to inform decisions (IDC / Context / GfK, etc)
• Lead with optimism & a “can do” attitude
• Be an effective ambassador for South Africa
• Thinking Forward – Thinks and acts in a manner that achieves balanced results
• A strong foundation in Business Analytics, including an understanding of key predictive measures and tools
• Experience with JDA Space Planning
• Excel (pivots, macros)
• Fluent is Spanish and English

Thank you for considering me to become a member of your team.

Parker Ward

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Responsibilities for Category Manager Cover Letter

Category manager responsible for analytical perspective based on analysis of syndicated data and/or customer specification data, current issues and expertise within category that influences decisions and contributes to attainment of category objectives, strategies and tactics;.

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Example of category manager cover letter.

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

In the previous role, I was responsible for category insight and proposals by analyzing marketing and customer data while constantly monitoring current market conditions.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Key terms and conditions structure and content of contracts
• Strategic sourcing, procurement, contract development and management
• Develop, validate and implement a sustainable IS Category and sub-category strategies with alignment to business requirements for the NA Region in conjunction with the Global IS Category Manager
• In alignment with Global Procurement, promote the use of a structured Supplier Relationship Management and Risk Management approaches
• Ensure savings pipeline is updated and accurate for reporting of savings
• Work closely with Finance and SBS to embed joint processes
• Utilize and promote the use of the Procurement Sourcing Handbook procedures and sourcing tools
• Continually seek and identify potential total cost of ownership savings opportunities while ensuring a balance of savings, quality and timely delivery of goods and services

I really appreciate you taking the time to review my application for the position of category manager.

Ryan Streich

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the category manager position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for analytical perspective based on analysis of syndicated data and/or customer specification data, current issues, and expertise within category that influences decisions and contributes to attainment of sales objectives, strategies and tactics.

• Maturity and confidence to engage senior internal and external stakeholders
• Thorough understanding of strategic sourcing methodology incl
• In depth knowledge and experience in category and product management
• Proven track record in similar responsibilities with excellent results
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and SAP
• An analytical, results-oriented approach
• Development of category plans and strategies
• Application of the most suitable strategic sourcing methodologies for identification and realization of cost savings and value adds

Thank you for taking your time to review my application.

Corey Stanton

Previously, I was responsible for additional support to Category Management team through data capture, data analysis, and planogram development.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• Use of consumption databases ACNielsen, IRI Familiar with consumer panel data and shopper data Nielsen Homescan, dunnhumby, Spectra
• Any other responsibilities deemed appropriate by supervisor related to customer/category management
• High proficiency with space planning software
• Self-starter – Motivated and driven with a passion for taking the business to the next level
• Experience with DSRs housing Retail Link
• Strong category management and shopper insight knowledge across multiple markets and accounts
• Knowledge of general business, marketing, and advertising principles
• In-depth understanding of best-in-class procurement processes (category management, benchmarking, sourcing, contracting, negotiation)

Emerson Roberts

In the previous role, I was responsible for direction, coaching and coordination to regional category buyers to implement and manage the category strategies and ongoing category management within the region.

• Identifies cause and effect within data relationships to isolate issue drivers
• Clearly communicate orally and in writing with all levels of management
• Managing appointed suppliers, ensuring category service levels are reached
• Bachelor of Science in Engineer, Business, Operations or Supply Management
• Automotive and/or retail environment experience preferred
• Develop new and maintain existing supplier relationships, including range maintenance, forecasting, SLA adherence, contract and pricing negotiations
• Create, implement and maintain rewards product selections tailored to meet client
• Source new products and offers for rewards catalogues creating value for clients in the process (bonuses, prize packs, redeem-to-win offers)

Stevie Becker

In my previous role, I was responsible for direction to the category team composed of Applications and Marketing to ensure successful execution of strategic plans.

• Knowledge of ongoing programs in GE for procurement
• Domain expertise in Procurement areas
• Analytical and market research skills
• Able to communicate and work with senior leaders across the business
• Stakeholder management – Senior Management
• Be able to interface and exert influence across multiple functions in the organisation
• Understanding of business management, sales challenges and strategies
• Initially, Consumer-HW Printing knowledge is preferred but not indispensable

Thank you in advance for reviewing my candidacy for this position.

Shiloh O'Hara

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