After Graduation

Introduction Headings

Profile Statements
Keywords
Title Headings
Summary of Qualifications

Use any one or a combination of these headings to communicate the type of position you are applying for, and the value you will bring to the hiring company at a glance. Remember, a reader spends a brief moment on each résumé. Your résumé must grab their attention and hold it!

Sample Profile Statement

Accomplished sales professional known for delivering strong revenue and profit gains in highly competitive markets, seeking a Regional Sales Manager position. Bring 15 years of solid experience and select strengths that encompass sales territory management and key account development. Equally effective at relationship building, program development, and team leadership.

Notice that the actual title "Objective" was omitted, yet mentioned. If you prefer to use the actual "Objective" title, do not use the outdated colon after the category.

Sample Profile Statement/Keywords

Accomplished sales professional known for delivering strong profit gains in highly competitive markets, seeking a Regional Sales Manager position. Strengths encompass:

Capital Sales & Marketing | Team Building/Leadership

Key Account Development | Client/Vendor Relations

Financial Analysis & Reporting | Program Development


Sample Title Heading/Profile Statement

REGIONAL SALES MANAGER
Known for delivering strong and sustainable revenue and profit gains in highly competitive markets. Bring 15 years of solid experience and select strengths that encompass sales territory management, key account development, staff training, team leadership, presentations, and closings.

(Bold, italicize, or underline the Title Heading so it stands out.)

Sample Summary of Qualifications

Accomplished sales professional known for delivering strong and sustainable revenue and profit gains in highly competitive markets. Seeking a Regional Sales Manager position with a leading pharmaceutical company. Select strengths encompass:
  • 15 years of cross-industry experience and accomplishments with leading start-up and high-growth bio-medical companies.
  • Strategically build and maintain profitable business relationships.
  • Strong communicator and team leader with a pulse on ever-changing industry trends.
  • Effectively manage the sales cycle process from client consultation to closing.