Key Takeaways

  • 75% of U.S. employers use automated applicant tracking systems to screen resumes before a human reviews them (Harvard Business School & Accenture, 2021)
  • The most common ATS failures are missing keywords, incompatible formatting, and incorrect file types
  • ResumeGeni scores your resume across 8 parsing layers — modeled on the same steps enterprise ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and Taleo use to evaluate candidates

How ATS Resume Scoring Works

Applicant tracking systems parse your resume into structured data — extracting your name, contact info, work history, skills, and education — then score how well that data matches the job requirements. Many ATS rejections happen because the parser couldn't extract critical fields, not because the candidate wasn't qualified.

LayerWhat It ChecksWhy It Matters
Document extractionFile format, encoding, readabilityCorrupted or image-only PDFs fail immediately
Layout analysisTables, columns, headers, footersMulti-column layouts break field extraction
Section detectionExperience, education, skills headingsNon-standard headings cause sections to be missed
Field mappingName, email, phone, dates, titlesMissing contact info is a common cause of immediate rejection
Keyword matchingJob-specific terms, skills, certificationsKeyword overlap affects recruiter search visibility and ATS scoring
Chronology checkDate ordering, gap detectionReverse-chronological order is expected by most ATS
QuantificationMetrics, numbers, measurable outcomesQuantified achievements help human reviewers and some scoring models
Confidence scoringOverall parse quality and completenessLow-confidence parses get deprioritized in results

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ResumeGeni free?
Yes. ResumeGeni is currently in beta — ATS analysis, scoring, and initial improvement suggestions are free with no signup required. Full guidance and saved reports may require a free account.
What file formats are supported?
PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, and Apple Pages. PDF and DOCX are recommended for best ATS compatibility.
How is the ATS score calculated?
Your resume is processed through an 8-layer parsing pipeline that extracts structured data the same way enterprise ATS platforms do. The score reflects how completely and accurately your resume can be parsed, plus how well your content matches common ATS ranking criteria.
Can ATS read PDF resumes?
Yes, but not all PDFs are equal. Text-based PDFs parse well. Image-only PDFs (scanned documents) and PDFs with complex tables or multi-column layouts often fail ATS parsing. Our analyzer will flag these issues.
How do I improve my ATS score?
Focus on three areas: use a clean single-column format, include keywords from the job description naturally in your experience bullets, and ensure all sections (contact, experience, education, skills) use standard headings.

ATS Guides & Resources

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Inventory Coordinator

ResMed · Singapore, Singapore

A key team member to our Warehouse and Logistics Operations, the Inventory Coordinator partners closely with internal stakeholders and third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to maintain accurate inventory levels and inventory record integrity across all warehouses within the country. The role supports timely investigation and resolution of inventory discrepancies and ensures on-time material availability to manufacturing operations.

Let’s talk about Responsibilities

  • Management of inventory accuracy across all warehouses in country, ensuring inventory records are accurate, complete, and aligned with system transactions.

  • Partner with 3PL and internal departments to investigate inventory discrepancies, perform root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions.

  • Generate inventory replenishment reports aligned to production plans to ensure timely material availability for manufacturing.

  • Perform system inventory transactions including stock requests, adjustments, returns, and transfers in accordance with current company policies.

  • Execute and govern cycle counts and observation counts for both internal and 3PL warehouses with specified regularity, including variance analysis and escalation where required.

  • Collaborate with the global inventory control team to sustain, update, and improve inventory control procedures and standard operating processes.

  • Manage requests for new sub-inventories and locators in line with company policies and system governance.

  • Support inventory audits and compliance activities, ensuring audit readiness and documentation accuracy.

  • Monitor inventory irregularities such as variances, ageing, and slow-moving stock, and provide regular solutioning and reporting internal stakeholders.

  • Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance inventory accuracy, process efficiency, and operational reliability.

Let’s talk about Qualifications and Experience

Required:

  • Diploma in Warehouse, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.

  • At least 2 years of experience in inventory management, warehousing, or a related operations role.

  • Experience working with ERP systems (e.g. Oracle, SAP, or similar).

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis and macro programming.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.

Preferred:

  • Experience working with 3PL-managed warehouses.

  • Exposure to manufacturing or regulated environments (e.g. GMP, ISO).

  • Experience with cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, and audit support.

  • Basic knowledge of inventory best practices, internal controls, and continuous improvement principles.

  • Experience using WMS or advanced inventory modules within ERP systems. 

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