Pick a clean, professional template that highlights tasks and results. For a Sales Coordinator, use a reverse-chronological layout so hiring managers see recent sales support and coordination work first.
Keep length tight. One page works for entry and mid-career roles. Use two pages only if you have many directly relevant roles, certifications, or large quota-managed projects.
Choose ATS-friendly fonts like Calibri, Arial, Georgia, or Garamond. Use 10-12pt for body and 14-16pt for headings. Keep margins and line spacing consistent so sections breathe.
Use clear headings: Contact, Summary, Experience, Skills, Education, Certifications, Tools. Put measurable outcomes near job bullets, such as percentage improvements or number of accounts supported.
Avoid complex columns, embedded graphics, and unusual fonts. Those elements confuse ATS and slow human readers. Favor simple bullets, bold for role titles, and consistent dates aligned on the right.
Common mistakes to avoid: crowded text without white space, inconsistent date formats, and long paragraphs instead of bullets. Don’t list irrelevant jobs without linking duties to sales coordination. Spell out software tools like Salesforce or Microsoft Excel for ATS matches.