MANAGING DIRECTORREQUIRED DUE TO THE PLANNED DEPARTURE OF THE CURRENT

UK MANAGING DIRECTOR

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This company has nearly 130 years of history and it's instantly recognisable product range continues to be a leader in the sector. Therefore the organisation has to balance a complex

operation of tradition, innovation, design, manufacturing, supply chain and export,

within the retail, educational and

commercial markets.

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The European head office was keen to appoint an individual who would represent a safe pair of hands in which to continue the legacy of growth, transparency and

innovation. The successful applicant would also support the business through an ongoing period of cultural change.

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Chris Barker, our FMCG consultant, spent time with the European parent company and the current MD. He wanted to know what challenges lay ahead, get a true feel for the culture of the business, and ultimately understand their expectations of the successful candidate.

The owners were keen to expand their search and look outside of their sector, but their knowledge of the UK market was limited. Chris provided guidance and suggested potential aligned sectors where retail and independent markets provided the right commercial and operational exposure.

The candidate’s collaborative leadership style; their ability to communicate, influence and empower, would be key to a successful appointment. As a result, it was agreed that psychometric assessments would form part of our recruitment process.

Gaining interest in the opportunity would not be difficult and by advertising the role we could potentially create a negative brand perception as a result of disappointing unsuccessful candidates. We felt a headhunt approach, focusing on companies with a strong values orientated ethos and engaging with our established network, would deliver the quality of candidates required opposed to quantity.

This approach also allowed us to sensitively manage the candidate’s expectations when the recruitment process was delayed due to the client’s own internal pressures.

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12 6Individuals presented

to the clients and interviewed face-2-face by Collingwood

Shortlisted candidates were

interviewed by the client

Preferred candidate appointed first time

Through significant upfront investment, Collingwood were able to fully understand

our brief, but more importantly the cultural fit of the individuals required. Through

their targeted headhunt approach, along with behavioural profile assessment, they

were able to provide a high calibre shortlist.

At the end of this process, I gained feedback from candidates and senior

management regarding their Collingwood experience, and they all praised the high

level of professionalism and accountability, along with the detailed business insights,

communication and advice they received during the process. It was pleasing to hear

that my team had had an equally positive experience of engaging with Collingwood

and I would highly recommend Collingwood as an Executive Search and Talent

Development partner in the future.

Adrian Ellis, departing Managing Director ________CASE STUDY

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My biggest frustration with recruitment companies is poor communication. Even if

you aren’t selected for roles its always good to know. Whilst looking for a new role

for the last few months I have been shocked just how bad communication can be. In

this area I think you personally and Collingwood have done a great job. I’ve always

felt that I’ve known what is going on. I felt the original briefing regarding the role

was informative and well presented and I have also enjoyed working with you on

this role. Overall its been a really professional process and I would definitely

consider using Collingwood for future recruitment.

Appointed candidate

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Most recently Collingwood have helped secure senior talent across Sales and Operations channels to help develop and grow the business further.

Contact Chris Barker, our Executive Search Consultant for more information:

+44 (0)1829 732374