Pick a clean, single-column template for an Export Manager. Use reverse-chronological order so recent export roles and trade wins appear first.
Keep length to one page if you have under 10 years' export experience. Use two pages only when you have long, directly relevant export leadership history.
Choose ATS-friendly fonts like Calibri, Arial, or Georgia. Use 10-12pt for body and 14-16pt for section headers.
Use clear headings: Contact, Summary, Experience, Key Achievements, Skills, Education, Certifications. Keep headings exact so software and humans find them.
Show export metrics often. List markets, freight cost savings, compliance outcomes, and revenue from new trade lanes.
Keep spacing consistent. Use 0.2–0.4 inch spacing between lines and slightly larger gaps between sections. White space helps hiring managers scan fast.
Avoid heavy graphics, multiple columns, and unusual fonts. Those often confuse ATS and slow recruiters.
Common mistakes to avoid: long paragraphs that hide achievements, vague bullet points without numbers, and mixed date formats. Also avoid burying export terms like INCOTERMS and customs codes.
Format bullet points with action verbs and metrics. Start bullets with verbs like negotiated, reduced, launched, or implemented.