Another Word for “negotiate” on a Resume
Negotiation results are easy to quantify. Pair a strong verb with the outcome.
Alternatives: secured, brokered, bargained, mediated, closed.
Secured
Use it when you won favourable terms.
Example resume bullet
Secured a 15% discount on a $500K supplier contract.
Brokered
Use it when you mediated between parties.
Example resume bullet
Brokered a partnership between two regional distributors.
Bargained
Use it when price or terms were contested.
Example resume bullet
Bargained extended payment terms, improving cash flow.
Mediated
Use it when you resolved a disagreement.
Example resume bullet
Mediated disputes between tenants and landlords with a 90% resolution rate.
Closed
Use it when you completed a deal.
Example resume bullet
Closed 30 enterprise deals worth $4M in total.
Tips for using these words
- Start each bullet with a strong verb, then add the result, ideally with a number.
- Match words to the job description where they are true for you, so both recruiters and screening software see the fit.
- Avoid repeating the same word in several bullets; vary your language across your resume.
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