6 Resume Tips for ERP Consultants & How To Stand Out in a Sea of Talent
In today’s competitive ERP job market, your resume is your ticket to landing interviews and securing your next role. As a professional IT recruiter with over 30 years of experience, I’ve reviewed thousands of resumes. I’ve seen what works and what instantly turns off hiring managers. Your resume should open doors, not close them.
Here are proven strategies to make your resume shine and help you get noticed faster.
Keep It Clean, Concise, and Two Pages Max
A cluttered resume or one with typos can eliminate you from consideration before a recruiter even finishes the first paragraph. Place your name and contact information at the top. Use consistent formatting with bullet points, bold, italics, and spacing. Stick to chronological formatting and standard fonts. Many companies use applicant tracking systems (ATS) to parse resumes. If your resume is difficult to scan, it may never reach a human eye. Your goal: make it scannable in ten seconds or less.
Use a Summary Statement Tailored to Each Position
Forget the outdated “Objective Statement” telling employers what you want. Instead, craft a Summary Statement that highlights your key attributes, experience, and what makes you a uniquely strong fit for the role. Focus on what you can bring to the employer, not what you expect in return. Spend a few minutes customizing your Summary Statement for each application. This small step can drastically improve how recruiters perceive your fit for the role.
Highlight Technical Skills with a Skills Matrix
ERP and technical professionals should showcase a Skills Matrix. This listing makes your core competencies immediately visible and reinforces them throughout your resume. Recruiters often skim resumes for keyword matches with job requirements. A well-structured Skills Matrix ensures you pass that initial screen and immediately position yourself as a strong candidate.
Show Results, Not Just Responsibilities
Your resume should not simply list duties. Demonstrate the tangible impact of your work. Did you lead an ERP upgrade on time and under budget? Improve customer satisfaction scores? Reduce system downtime? Communicate the measurable results of your efforts. This makes your contributions clear and credible.
Quantify Achievements to Add Credibility
Numbers resonate. They give your claims weight. Instead of stating “improved customer satisfaction,” show the improvement with metrics. For example:
“…led a 10-person team on an in-house EBS upgrade saving $200,000.”
“…improved customer satisfaction scores by 35%.”
“…reduced unplanned system downtime by 100 hours over six months.”
These measurable achievements make your resume more persuasive and memorable.
Skip Paid Resume Services
Professional resume writing services may not align with best practices. Instead, partner with a recruiter who is invested in your success. A recruiter can provide strategic guidance, formatting advice, and tips to highlight your impact. With AI tools like ChatGPT or GitHub Copilot, you can refine your existing resume yourself, applying these strategies for maximum effect.
Your Next Opportunity Starts Here
Your resume is the first step in securing your next ERP role. When done right, it opens doors and positions you as a strong contender. Enspire Partners is here to guide you on your journey. Whether you need expert advice, a professional review, or insights on tailoring your resume, we can help you put your best foot forward.
