Headhunting a Manufacturing Manager for a Leading Manufacturer of Environmental and Energy Products

 Headhunting a Manufacturing Manager

“Executive Headhunters did a great job for us and introduced a phenomenal candidate.  Unfortunately, our business needs changed during the course of the assignment so we didn’t ultimately appoint him but we were really happy with the service provided.”

1. Joule UK are at the forefront of innovation in sustainable energy solutions
2. Joule UK are a dynamic and growing organisation that are relatively young
3. Opportunity/role was for a manufacturing manager in yorkshire
4. A key role for the UK business as they look to drive significant growth over the next 3-5 years.
5. Looking for niche experience
6. Looking for someone with extensive experience and many qualifications such as HND, BTEC Professional Level 5 Award or equivalent NVQ Level 5 qualifications.
7. On site needed also
8. 42 candidates in the list

 Client Requirements

Joule approached us with a clear need to headhunt an individual capable of stepping into a senior manufacturing management role.

The company placed a premium on locating a candidate with both extensive experience and a strong commitment to fostering cultural change.

Headhunting Challenges

This executive search for such a specialised role was inherently complex. The sustainable energy industry offers a highly competitive talent market. Identifying candidates who not only had the required expertise but were also currently in senior positions presented a significant challenge. Furthermore, the combination of technical knowledge required added an additional layer of difficulty to the search.

Strategic Headhunting Approach

In response to these challenges, our team took a strategic headhunting approach.  After a meticulous review, we curated a shortlist of three promising candidates. We presented Joule UK with an initial  42 meticulously vetted individuals, each possessing the unique skills and perspective necessary to drive the company forward.

The Outcome

Ultimately, after careful consideration, Joule UK decided to shift their strategic direction. This decision meant that they chose not to fill the senior management role at this time. Despite this, the calibre of the candidate pool was met with great satisfaction.

“Executive Headhunters did a great job for us and introduced a phenomenal candidate. Unfortunately, our business needs changed during the course of the assignment, so we didn’t ultimately appoint him, but we were really happy with the service provided.”

They were pleased with our rigorous search process and the high-quality selection of candidates we provided. While we did not reach the point of placement, the company valued the insights gained from evaluating the shortlist, which informed their strategic decision-making.