Sample Cover Letter For Procurement Jobs: 3-5 Years Experience

By Selipha Kihagi

A cover letter is very important in any job application as it gives you a platform to tell the employer or interviewer what you did not tell them in your CV. It is where you tell your story and convince the employer why they should hire you and not the other applicants.

“In any cover letter, you must remember to highlight your achievements. For Procurement job seekers with 3 years experience and above, the focus should rely on how you achievements in minimizing costs and detail in figures or be as precise as possible,” says Melody Mwendwa, an Interview Coach at Corporate Staffing Services.

So, how do you go about writing your cover letter. To help you out, here is a sample you can use.
Sample Cover Letter for Procurement professionals with experience

Sarah Njambi,
P O box 46660-00100
Nairobi
6th August, 2015

The Human Resource Manager,
XYZ Company,
PO box 0000-00200
Nairobi

Dear Sir/Madam (if they have given their name, include it here)

Re: Application for the Procurement Associate Position

Regarding the Procurement Associate position currently advertised on your website (or XYZ newspaper/XYZ Website), I submit my application for your consideration.
Having worked in the Procurement industry for 4 years and 2 months now, I am confident that the skills I have developed in my experience align with the job requirements and will exceed the expectations you have for this role.

In my present position as a Procurement Officer in XYZ company, I have had many achievements that include bringing in new suppliers which resulted in minimiing costs by 13% for the company and came up with a new strategy that resulted in better management of resources.

You mentioned that you are looking for somone with significant expertise in contract negotiations and cost management. My experience has presented me with a diverse range of skills which have enhanced my budget management expertise while effectively working with a variety of different clients.

I will be grateful if you invite me for an interview to discuss my qualifications and the value I will be bringing your company. I have attached my CV for your review.

Sincerely,
Sarah Njambi

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