Use a simple structure
Start with your name and target role. Add one specific example of experience, then ask about a relevant opening. Keep the introduction short enough that the recruiter has room to respond. Avoid a long biography or a list of every job you would consider.
Make the example yours
A candidate might explain that they handled customer inquiries and helped people compare products. Someone more experienced might describe managing an account portfolio. Use only details that accurately reflect your work; examples are prompts, not claims to copy.
Prepare two versions
Practice one introduction for a sales role and another for management if both fit your background. Say them aloud until they sound conversational. Change the opening after you learn which positions the employer is discussing.
End with a useful question
Ask which role best matches your background or which qualification matters most. Listen to the answer before handing over a resume. Write down the job title and application route so the conversation becomes an action you can complete afterward.
Original editorial guidance from Detroit Sales Job Fair. Examples are illustrative; this article does not announce a specific vacancy or guarantee a hiring outcome.