Top Exec Talent for CPG: Our Proven Approach to VP Recruitment in Food Manufacturing

• Strategic Role Definition: As Reser’s sought to elevate food safety and regulatory standards, the leadership team recognized the importance of defining the strategic impact and scope of the FSQAR role. Achieving consensus on the necessary blend of technical expertise, industry leadership, and cultural alignment required thoughtful collaboration to ensure transformative outcomes.
• Geographic and Operational Complexity: With multiple facilities, the FSQAR role demanded a leader capable of managing cross-border regulatory requirements and consistency. The Oregon-based location, coupled with travel demands, added complexity in identifying candidates prepared to manage this operational scale.
• Sustained Candidate Engagement: Given the high-caliber expectations for this role, the recruitment process involved a comprehensive multi-stage evaluation. Sustaining engagement among top-tier candidates throughout this process required strategic communication to maintain enthusiasm and alignment with Reser’s vision.

R2R launched its executive recruitment approach, delivering top-tier leadership talent through four key phases:

Strategic Discovery & Role Alignment:

• Partnered with Reser’s to define the FSQAR role’s strategic objectives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and operational needs.
• Conducted consultations to refine role expectations, required competencies, and cultural fit criteria.

Targeted Market Mapping & Sourcing:

• Developed a talent map identifying industry leaders with relevant expertise in food safety, quality, and regulatory affairs.
• Executed customized outreach campaigns leveraging industry networks, targeted headhunting, and strategic sourcing to attract high-caliber candidates.

Rigorous Candidate Assessment & Engagement:

• Designed a multi-stage evaluation process incorporating behavioral interviews, assessments, and reference checks to validate candidates’ leadership capabilities.
• Maintained consistent communication with candidates to sustain engagement throughout the extended process.

Efficient Selection & Seamless Onboarding:

• Facilitated stakeholder alignment to accelerate decision-making and ensure seamless integration of the candidate into Reser’s executive team.
• Supported onboarding processes to ensure operational readiness and alignment with Reser’s strategic initiatives.

The entire process, from initial engagement to onboarding, spanned approximately 94 days, highlighting the efficiency of the tailored executive search approach.