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Your resume is a key marketing tool. It is essential that your resume is current, has a clear target, and reflects all that you have to offer. There are 3 basic types of resumes: chronological, functional, and combination. The type of resume that is right for you is dependent upon your job target and your past work experience.
Chronological:
This type is best if you are applying for positions similar to your current or previous positions. It lists your work experience, training, and education in reverse chronolocial order, highlighting your most recent experiences first. This is the most common style of resume chosen, and thus employers tend to be most familiar with it. View the sample below for further assistance.
Functional:
This style of resume highlights skill and accomplishments rather than focusing on past employment details. It is most useful in situations where large gaps in employment can be found, perhaps causing your history to be viewed negatively by the employer. It also can be useful when making a career change, as it focuses less on the position and more on your abilities. View the sample below for further assistance.
Combination:
Combination blends elements of the chronological and functional styles of resumes. It generally includes chronological background information while also highlighting skills and accomplishments. View the sample below for further assistance.
Other Very Helpful Tips:
- Use a cover letter!: Tailor a cover letter specific to each position you are applying for. This is a great way to highlight skills, clarify your intentions, and show that you are excited about the prospect of working for this company.
- Make sure the information and dates you present are accurate
- Be truthful, don't exaggerate your qualifications
- Highlight your strongest skills, qualifications, and attributes in the first part of your resume
- Don't provide personal information such as age, marital status, gender, etc. on your resume
- Tailor your resume and cover letter to each specific job
- Use headings to organize your information so that pertinent details can be located by employers at a quick glance
- Ensure that you have contacted anyone listed as a reference, and obtained their permission to do so
- Be confident the individuals you use as references will provide positive feedback about you to potential employers
- Get help! Having a career development professional help you develop a resume, or provide feedback is an invaluable activity. They can help you fine tune your resume to give you an edge in the job market. Refer to the Job Search Resources section of this site for helpful links to career professionals.
Senior Merchant #40VB
Our client, an industry leader in the field of animal nutrition is seeking our help to attract a Senior Merchant to join their team. Your future employer provides customized animal productivity solutions to commercial producers across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Rather than focusing on standardized nutrition products, they create customized ingredient blends and management programs to fit each situation. Their research-proven management and nutrition technologies suit the specific needs of a diverse network of customers. The Senior Merchant (Commodities Trader) position reports directly to the Trading Team Manager. This important role is responsible for ingredient procurement, risk management and ensuring seamless logistics and supply chain management. The Senior Merchant (Commodities Trader) will be part of a team of 4 others, and will be responsible for providing direction to junior merchants. Principal Accountabilities: 35% - Coordinate and execute ingredient procurement for animal feed 35% - Assist with the development of strategic trading/merchandising/risk management objectives 30% - People management and team leadership Qualifications – we want it all, but if you have some of this…we would be pleased to speak with you! • Post secondary education in agriculture, management or related field of study will be considered an asset, but is not essential to success in the role • 8-10 years experience in a related role is the key criterion for this recruitment • Demonstrated relationship building and contract negotiation abilities • Strong background in purchasing, supply chain management and logistics with particular experience in rail and truck transportation systems is a definite asset • Practical understanding/experience in ingredient procurement and risk management • Experience in development and leadership of a high functioning team • Demonstrated ability to plan and think strategically – is chess one of your favourite games? How about Rubik’s cube? • Strong written and verbal communication • Proven agility with numbers and risk management concepts • The right combination of Computer Geek and Social Butterfly – like we said, we want it all! Salary and hours of work This is a leadership role with a salary in the range of $70K - $80K with eligibility for bonuses. A typical work week is Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m., however there may be times when your expertise is required outside of these hours. Further Information is available by contacting Lettie Croskery, Professional Division Manager at 403-382-3655. Alternately, head straight to our website to complete your profile and get connected with this fabulous career opportunity.
