What is the name of your state? Pennsylvania
I applied for a sales manager position on careerbuilder.com It was for a Sales Manager-Chemical job posted.
The job requirement description is as follows. word for word: I will also add the e-mail correspondence
Undergraduate degree in science related subject. Preferably Nutrition, Food Science, or other Biological Science field. Prefer individual with 5+ years sales experience with strong knowledge of the Food, Nutritional and Cosmetics industries. Excellent reputation with customer base in the North East Territory. Must be self motivated and able to work independently at the same time able to work well as part of a team. Travel is required, territory is NE US and west to mid Pa.
**75% of these specs MUST BE MET to be considered. Lets not waste both of our times if you can not!!!!
Email responses:
Recruiter: I received your resume but where is the chemical sales experience that my client requires to be considered a candidate. This company(my client) is looking for a seasoned professional with industry experience. Thats why he is paying me the fee rate that i charge, because I am making sure the candidate that I send over is Qualified and comming from the same or similar industry, NOT THE SPORTING GOODS INDUSTRY !
Please review the job spec's and look at the requirements and qualifications and you will see that your background is not a fit for what my client is looking for in a candidate.
IN the world of business you can't force a square peg into a round opening, and with you having your masters (or soon) I would think you would have realized this fact.
My response: In light of your professional and courteous e-mail! You asked for an undergraduate degree in a science related field. Health and fitness in business and industry with a minor in exercise physiology is a science related study. You asked for 5+ years sales experience. You PREFER Food nutrition and cosmetics. Next time you might want to change PREFER to MUST. This way you leave no gray area.
Recruiter: THE POSITION REQUIRES PREVIOUS CHEMICAL SALES EXPERIENCES FROM THE NUTRICAN, FOOD INGREIENT, AND/OR COSMETICS NO THE SPORTING GOODS(RETAIL) INDUSTRY. THE SPEC'S ARE VERY CLEAR, FEEL FREE TO REVIEW AGAIN. THE ONLY GRAY AREA IS BETWEEN YOUR EARS
My response: Do Not send another e-mail to this e-mail address!
Recruiter: I WILL YOU *******JUST FOE WASTING MY TIME, TO LOOK AT YOUR WORTHLESS RESUME THAT DOESN'T QUALIFY AS A FIT APPLICANT, LOSER, JOB HOPPER.
Everything is word for word as it was originally typed. Below is my coverletter. I could not attached or add the resume because the file is too big.
Do I have to put up with this?
Thanks to all!
COVER LETTER
Dear Sir:
If you are looking for an energetic sales professional that can deliver consistently solid results, then you will be interested in the experience and accomplishments highlighted on the enclosed résumé. I am particularly interested in the chemical sales opportunity that was recently advertised on the Internet. My goal is to transition my sales and marketing expertise to a new and exciting career in the chemical sales arena.
You will note my years of experience in the field of sales, marketing and operations, combined with my working on completing my Masters in Business Administration. Completed Bachelor of Science in Health. Training as a medical technician in the emergency room, and aviator while in the military. Some of the courses taken in college include: Organic Chemistry, Anatomy, Physiology, Biomechanics, and Nutrition. Over the years, I have developed an excellent rapport with a diverse group of individuals. My strong customer relationship skills, management expertise and outstanding personality combined with my aptitude to achieve high sales volume would be a definite asset to your organization. I am most eager to implement my abilities and contribute to a growing organization such as the one you are representing.
If you are interested in filling your position with an individual who could effectively contribute to your organization, please feel free to contact me so we may set an appointment to meet and discuss your needs in more detail and how I can assist you in filling them. I know that resumes help you sort out the probables from the possibles; however, I would like to demonstrate to you that along with my credentials, I have the personality and horsepower suitable for your organization. Be assured your investment of time will be amply repaid.
Sincerely,
I applied for a sales manager position on careerbuilder.com It was for a Sales Manager-Chemical job posted.
The job requirement description is as follows. word for word: I will also add the e-mail correspondence
Undergraduate degree in science related subject. Preferably Nutrition, Food Science, or other Biological Science field. Prefer individual with 5+ years sales experience with strong knowledge of the Food, Nutritional and Cosmetics industries. Excellent reputation with customer base in the North East Territory. Must be self motivated and able to work independently at the same time able to work well as part of a team. Travel is required, territory is NE US and west to mid Pa.
**75% of these specs MUST BE MET to be considered. Lets not waste both of our times if you can not!!!!
Email responses:
Recruiter: I received your resume but where is the chemical sales experience that my client requires to be considered a candidate. This company(my client) is looking for a seasoned professional with industry experience. Thats why he is paying me the fee rate that i charge, because I am making sure the candidate that I send over is Qualified and comming from the same or similar industry, NOT THE SPORTING GOODS INDUSTRY !
Please review the job spec's and look at the requirements and qualifications and you will see that your background is not a fit for what my client is looking for in a candidate.
IN the world of business you can't force a square peg into a round opening, and with you having your masters (or soon) I would think you would have realized this fact.
My response: In light of your professional and courteous e-mail! You asked for an undergraduate degree in a science related field. Health and fitness in business and industry with a minor in exercise physiology is a science related study. You asked for 5+ years sales experience. You PREFER Food nutrition and cosmetics. Next time you might want to change PREFER to MUST. This way you leave no gray area.
Recruiter: THE POSITION REQUIRES PREVIOUS CHEMICAL SALES EXPERIENCES FROM THE NUTRICAN, FOOD INGREIENT, AND/OR COSMETICS NO THE SPORTING GOODS(RETAIL) INDUSTRY. THE SPEC'S ARE VERY CLEAR, FEEL FREE TO REVIEW AGAIN. THE ONLY GRAY AREA IS BETWEEN YOUR EARS
My response: Do Not send another e-mail to this e-mail address!
Recruiter: I WILL YOU *******JUST FOE WASTING MY TIME, TO LOOK AT YOUR WORTHLESS RESUME THAT DOESN'T QUALIFY AS A FIT APPLICANT, LOSER, JOB HOPPER.
Everything is word for word as it was originally typed. Below is my coverletter. I could not attached or add the resume because the file is too big.
Do I have to put up with this?
Thanks to all!
COVER LETTER
Dear Sir:
If you are looking for an energetic sales professional that can deliver consistently solid results, then you will be interested in the experience and accomplishments highlighted on the enclosed résumé. I am particularly interested in the chemical sales opportunity that was recently advertised on the Internet. My goal is to transition my sales and marketing expertise to a new and exciting career in the chemical sales arena.
You will note my years of experience in the field of sales, marketing and operations, combined with my working on completing my Masters in Business Administration. Completed Bachelor of Science in Health. Training as a medical technician in the emergency room, and aviator while in the military. Some of the courses taken in college include: Organic Chemistry, Anatomy, Physiology, Biomechanics, and Nutrition. Over the years, I have developed an excellent rapport with a diverse group of individuals. My strong customer relationship skills, management expertise and outstanding personality combined with my aptitude to achieve high sales volume would be a definite asset to your organization. I am most eager to implement my abilities and contribute to a growing organization such as the one you are representing.
If you are interested in filling your position with an individual who could effectively contribute to your organization, please feel free to contact me so we may set an appointment to meet and discuss your needs in more detail and how I can assist you in filling them. I know that resumes help you sort out the probables from the possibles; however, I would like to demonstrate to you that along with my credentials, I have the personality and horsepower suitable for your organization. Be assured your investment of time will be amply repaid.
Sincerely,