The consumer goods sector has always thrived on agility and responsiveness, driven by the dynamic nature of consumer behavior and preferences. However, the industry now faces unprecedented challenges. The ripple effects of globalisation, compounded by the impacts of a global pandemic, have intensified competition and disrupted traditional supply chains. Furthermore, technological advancements and sustainability concerns are reshaping market dynamics. In this demanding landscape, robust and experienced leadership is essential to navigate these complexities, drive growth, and effectively respond to evolving go-to-market strategies.
The rapid pace of technological change, consumer preferences shifting towards sustainability and personalization, and global supply chain disruptions intensified competition for top talent within the industry and from other sectors creating a challenging recruitment and retention environment.
When attracting high-impact and diverse leadership talent is your top priority, benefiting from the expertise and experience of the right Trusted Advisor and Executive Search partner is paramount.
Pacific’s multi-national, multi-lingual team brings deep sector experience to the table. This helps to build meaningful connections, trust, and engagement with industry leaders. It translates into our ability to attract and place high-impact talent for our client faster than other firms.
Pacific’s local territory presence and network, coupled with a strong heritage in this sector working with brands such as Bonduelle, Intersnack, Gategourmet, LSG Sky Chefs, and Barr Brands, ensures we can source and attract diverse professionals for strategic and senior-level, including C-suite, roles.
Talk to our Talent experts todayThe Consumer Goods and FMCG Industries require expert knowledge of the space so choosing the right Talent Partner is an important decision to make. In Pacific, you will find:
Trust and Confidentiality
Industry-leading companies trust Pacific with key business-critical talent requirements and confidential senior-level roles. Pacific has established secure systems, processes, and procedures to successfully complete these mandates.
Industry Expertise and Ability to Understand and Match Culture
Through exceptional functional, cultural, and industry expertise, we guide businesses toward diverse high-impact appointments that transform their business and secure their future. Our extensive cross-sector networks and thorough research-led sourcing process enables us to identify and attract highly qualified passive talent other companies may miss.
Speed of Project Delivery
We commit to our clients and candidates for the long haul. Our multi-national, multi-lingual team build rapport, trust, and engagement with the top talent. This translates into our ability to attract and place the best candidates for our client is the shortest possible time. With our 20-day shortlist guarantee and an average timeline of just 90 days from the initial intake call to candidate offer acceptance, we outpace the industry's average by a wide margin.
Unwavering Support for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
The Consumer Goods and FMCG Industries have traditionally been very male-dominated. We champion diversity for every engagement and it is our relentless drive to help companies appoint leaders from underrepresented groups that enable us to achieve success in this area. Over 40% of all our successfully introduced candidates over the last 3 years were diverse hires.
Proven Track Record of Delivering Results for Our Clients
We commit to our clients for the long haul by focusing on adding value not only through finding exceptional talent but also between projects by providing sector insights and industry benchmarks, helping with onboarding and retention strategies and acting as our clients’ brand ambassadors among senior industry leaders. Over 80% of all new projects we are engaged in come from our existing clients, a number we are working hard to improve year-on-year.
Peace of Mind with Our Placement Guarantee
We are committed to standing behind our work therefore we offer between 3-12 months placement guarantee, meaning if the candidate leaves or is terminated, we will find a replacement at no additional cost to the client.
Reducing water and energy use in food production processes to minimize environmental impact and costs, creating eco-friendly packaging solutions, and navigating a complex landscape of regulations and standards related to sustainability are just a few of many pressures Consumer Goods companies are under.
Pacific’s specialist team understands these sustainability challenges and addresses them by guiding companies toward transformational talent that truly fit and can deliver real results for today and the future. Here are our recent placement highlights:
