A large, publicly traded produce company sought a Director of Financial Planning and Analysis to redesign the budget framework, optimize the use of systems and BI tools, and rebuild the reporting package while developing a high-caliber team.

The challenge was in finding a candidate with a strong technical background who was also capable of making recommendations to the executive leadership to strategically enhance the financial performance of the business unit.

Prior to engaging 3P Partners, the position had been vacant for a year. 3P Partners were able to identify and place a candidate within 6 weeks of commencing the search. The successful candidate was a local with a track record of ERP system transformation and a strong FP&A background within the agricultural industry.