Framing The Search Assignment

Position: Category Manager

Client: a privately held, $2b dairy processor

The Challenge

A privately held, $2B business based in California sought a self-motivated Category Manager to partner with cross-functional teams to deliver new products and support the overall category growth in the B2B sector.

This individual will own the category strategy and build relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and externally.

The Solution

3P Partners headhunted and placed an individual within 2 months of commencing the search.

The successful candidate had a scientific and commercial background with ownership of margin enhancement, strategic pricing, and planning & forecasting for a company that sold B2B products.

This individual was selected due to their strengths in category growth, cross-functional relationships within the organization, ability to determine market drivers during sales calls, and alignment with the team and overall business mission.

The 3P Difference

We are the industry-leading food and agribusiness executive search firm and approach experienced candidates who are not actively looking for a new position and conduct comprehensive interviews to give you access to a broader, more qualified talent pool. Our reputation relies on our ability to deliver high-quality service and timely results.

The Results

The client was extremely pleased with our collaborative hiring process and ability to identify a candidate who not only had extensive industry experience but was a great cultural fit.

Prior to this search, 3P Partners had forged a strong relationship with this client and a solid understanding of their business needs. Our team placed their Maintenance Manager, among others.

Since the successful completion of this search, the client has tasked 3P with filling several middle management positions.