THE ONE PAGE RESUME
When to use a one page resume
The One Page Resume is suggested for use by some as the ONLY resume you should use. We at Impact Executive Solutions Pty Ltd are not quite at ease with this approach, but we are very much aware that it is a powerful “marketing document” for you when you are seeking a new position. It is easy to read and more likely to be read than a longer resume as it is only one page. It can be used as a useful introductory and summary first page of your main resume, all you need to do is remove “A full resume and references are available on request.”
How to write a one page resume
Career Objective
This is optional. If using, you must ensure that it is specific, brief and relates to any position you are applying for.
Qualifications
Only include qualifications of relevance. You can add notes to accompany the list of qualifications if you need to. These notes may refer to the specific nature of your studies if relevant to the company/position you are approaching.
Career Summary
Commence with your current/most recent position. Note how the different positions with ABC Ltd are listed under the dates for the overall period of employment.
Achievements
These need to be quantified wherever possible. Achievements can be quantified in monetary, percentage, time related or volume terms without breaching any confidences of previous employers.
A full resume and references are available on request.
This closing line merely points out that you are willing and able to provide a more detailed resume and referees if asked to do so.
SAMPLE 1 PAGE RESUME
RESUME
| Fred Smith | Home: |
| 1 Jones Street | Mobile: |
| Brownsville NSW 1111 | Work: |
Career Objective
To secure a regionally focused Supply Chain Management role with an Australian based multi-national manufacturer and distributor.
Qualifications
| Institution | Qualification | Year |
| University of Sydney | Degree in XYZ | 1995 |
| Sydney TAFE | Certificate in ABZ | 1989 |
Career Summary
| Company | Position | Dates |
| XYZ Pty Ltd | Supply Manager | 2002 – Present |
| ABC Ltd | 1992 – 2002 | |
| Supply Manager | 1998 – 2002 | |
| Purchasing Manager | 1996 – 1998 | |
| Purchasing Officer | 1992 – 1996 | |
| DDD & Co. | Purchasing Officer | 1989 – 1992 |
Achievements
- Reduced vendor numbers from 2,067 to 616 without loss of continuity of supply.
- Increased inventory turnover 67% saving $xx in financing costs.
- Reduced inventory value by $2.6M.
- Assisted in achieving “Supplier of the Year Award – 2005” with ABC Ltd.
- Successfully implemented ERP system on time and on budget in 2005.
- Managed a team of up to 12 (reduced from 18) with almost no staff turnover.
A full resume and references are available on request.