Experienced Sales Manager Applicant - Marketing Background

1. How to write a cover letter

2. Dear Sir or Madam, I'm /I am writing to apply/in application for the position/job of experienced Sales Manager advertised on the website of JobsForAll. As you will see from my enclosed/added CV, I am a 28-year-old graduate in Business and Marketing from Hamburg University, with five years of experience in marketing and sales with Audi AGF based in Bremen. My present job/current position is Assistant Sales Manages for the Bremen and Naidersachen region. I am/I'm interested in the postadvertised because it seems to me to represent the opportunity I am looking for/seeking: to move into a large international producer of consumer goods. I am prepared to carry on/out various tasks associated to/with this position, including assigning sales territories, setting aims/goals, and establishing training programs for sales representers/representatives. Although my CV provides a summary of my background and experiences, I would appreciate the chance/opportunity to farther/further discuss my qualifications. I can be reached at 30/555-222 or v.may@hotmail.com. Thank you for your time and consideration. I look forward to hear/to hearing from you. Yours faithfully/Yours sincerely, Victoria May Enc: CV

3. What is the purpose of the cover letter? • introduces you and your resume to an employer • explains why you are writing or applying for the job • details why you are a good match for the organization and the position • draws your readers' attention to specific qualifications • provides contact information and a plan for future contact

4. Paragraphing OPENING: • State your reason for writing: position you are applying for, and how you found out about it E-MAIL BODY: • Refer to one or two key points from your attached CV - they should be relevant for the position you’re applying for (your degrees/experience and current employment) • What interests you about the position you’re applying for • Highlight key achievements, skills and personal qualities that make you suitable for the position CLOSING: • Request an interview, let your potential employers know when you are available for the interview and how you can be contacted • Mention references (if you have attached any)or say who can be contacted as a referee • Thank the reader for his/her time and consideration

5. USEFUL PHRASES To begin with: Dear Sir or Madam, To Whom it May Concern, Dear Mr White Dear Ms Jones To say that you have sent another documet with the letter: Please find my enclosed/attached CV. I have enclosed/attached a copy of my CV. To say that you will be able to contribute to the success of the company: I am confident that I would make an excellent addition to your team. My skills and knowledge are best suited to this type of organisation. I believe that my skills and knowledge will benefit your company.

6. USEFUL PHRASES To request an interview: I can be contacted/reached at the following address and will be available for an interview after (date). I will contact you during the week of (date) to arrange a time for us to discuss employment. I will appreciate the opportunity/possibility to meet and further discuss my professional experience and possibility to work for your company/organisation. To end the letter: I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you for your consideration. Thank you in advance for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Yours sincerely, Yours faithfully, Kind regards/Best regards,

7. Tips for writing a cover letter • Keep your letter short and simple (“A straightfoward letter will get your message across more effectively than a long, wordy one”) • Avoid using too many sentences starting with “I” • Accuracy of language is of VITAL importance, so be careful to avoid any spelling, grammar or punctuation mistakes • Avoid contractions (I’d, didn’t etc.)