The cover letter accompanies your CV and shows your interest in the job, highlights your experience and qualities, and aims to convince the company to grant you an interview.
To do this, a short, personalized letter is best.
EXAMPLE 1 OF RETAIL COVER LETTER:
| Attention: Marcel Tremblay Human Resources Director Company ZZZ 2302 2nd Avenue Montreal, Quebec H1N 6N5 Subject: Application for store manager position Dear Mr. Tremblay:With more than six years’ decorating experience under my belt, I have for the past three years been assistant manager of a decorating store in Montreal.In my previous jobs, I have always put to use my interpersonal and business management skills. From the people I work with, I’ve acquired an enlightened vision of sales, team management and the priorities of a retail business. As a result of my availability and thoroughness, I’ve been able to triple my store’s sales and launch a new banner. My customer service focus and persuasion skills were key to this success. I would be interested in meeting with you, as I am certain I would be a very good fit for the job you are offering, and that in exchange, you would be very satisfied with my services. Yours truly, Signature and contact information |
EXAMPLE 2 OF RETAIL COVER LETTER:
| Attention: Marcel Tremblay Human Resources Director Company ZZZ 2302 2nd Avenue Montreal, Quebec H1N 6N5 Subject: Application for buyer position Dear Mr. Tremblay:I would like to apply for the job of buyer, which I saw posted in your ad on www.retail.ca. ZZZ is one of the main players in the computer business, and I would greatly like to continue to grow by contributing to your company’s success. I have 15 years’ computer hardware experience, including five years as a buyer with a retail store. I have therefore acquired a true business professionalism in the buying of products, supplies and raw materials. If you are seeking an efficient, serious and truly dedicated professional, you need look no further; my experience has given me a sense of responsibility and a taste for communication and negotiation.I am naturally sociable and outgoing. I like contact with other people, and would like to work in a neighbourhood store. I am at your disposal for any interview that would allow me to demonstrate my qualities and motivation for this job. Yours truly, Signature and contact information |