Food Industry Recruiters USA — Executive Search Services
Specialist food industry recruiters in the USA
Nigel Wright Group is a leading food industry executive recruiter, specializing in senior-level talent acquisition across the USA and Europe. We partner with a diverse range of food manufacturing businesses, helping them leverage our extensive networks to secure top executives for critical leadership roles. Our deep industry expertise sets us apart from other food recruitment agencies, ensuring we deliver the best possible hiring solutions.
We specialize in identifying and attracting top talent for key leadership positions in the food industry. Our search process covers all C-suite roles (CEO, COO, CFO, etc.), as well as senior-level appointments in Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Manufacturing, IT, Human Resources, and Finance. Additionally, our consultants assist food industry clients with employer branding, talent mapping, and succession planning projects.
If you're looking for a food industry recruitment agency to support your hiring needs, or if you want to learn more about our food executive recruitment services, please contact us directly or use the chat function below to connect with our team. Candidates seeking the latest food industry career opportunities are encouraged to send us their CVs for review and follow us on social media for updates.
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Our track record as a food industry recruiter in the USA and Europe
As a leading executive search firm specializing in the food industry, we take pride in partnering with food businesses of all sizes. Our long-term client relationships span start-ups, SMEs, and multinational conglomerates operating across the US and European markets. Many well-known brands continue to trust our food industry recruitment and executive search expertise to secure top talent for key leadership roles.
Executive search food industry: Case studies
Burger King partnered with Nigel Wright Group to recruit a Marketing Director, a key role in driving brand growth and franchise success. The selected candidate brought extensive FMCG and commercial expertise, leading media strategy, sales growth, and franchise marketing activations. With strong leadership skills, they developed a high-performing team and executed impactful national campaigns. Their strategic vision and market insights have strengthened Burger King’s positioning, boosting customer engagement and business profitability.
Danone partnered with Nigel Wright Group to hire a Finance Director to drive financial strategy and long-term planning. The ideal candidate needed expertise in FMCG, stakeholder management, KPI forecasting, and digital retail operations. Nigel Wright successfully placed a finance leader with a strong background in both manufacturing and retail, ensuring data-driven decision-making and commercial efficiency. Their leadership has strengthened Danone’s financial performance, driving growth, efficiency, and innovation in a dynamic and fast-paced consumer goods environment.
Flora Food Group partnered with Nigel Wright Group to hire a VP Head of Procurement Americas and Global Packaging, a critical role overseeing a €700 million spend portfolio. The company required a strategic procurement leader with expertise in global packaging and regional supply chain management. Nigel Wright placed a candidate with extensive experience in FMCG procurement, who is now optimizing sourcing strategies, driving cost efficiencies, and ensuring sustainable procurement practices across six major global regions.
Mars partnered with Nigel Wright Group to recruit a Global Engineering Utilities & Infrastructure Leader, a key role in driving sustainability and operational efficiency. The appointed expert-led initiatives to reduce asset costs, transition to renewable energy sources, and implement advanced water treatment technologies. By standardizing equipment and optimizing factory infrastructure, they played a critical role in helping Mars achieve its ambitious CO2 reduction targets, supporting the company’s goal of reaching carbon neutrality by 2040.
Mondelēz International partnered with Nigel Wright Group to hire a Customer Business Unit Manager to drive sales, innovation, and market growth. With a strong FMCG background spanning PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, and Visa, the successful candidate brought expertise in revenue management, P&L ownership, and strategic planning. Their leadership in confectionery category projects and commercial development helped maximize profitability and strengthen customer relationships. This hire reinforced Mondelēz’s commitment to market expansion and long-term business success.
Nestlé partnered with Nigel Wright Group to hire an HR Director to lead strategic initiatives, talent management, and HR policy implementation. The successful candidate brought extensive experience in HR transformation, change management, and SAP implementation, ensuring compliance with local labor laws and global corporate standards. Their leadership enhanced Nestlé’s HR operations, driving organizational efficiency and workforce development. This key hire played a crucial role in strengthening Nestlé’s people strategy and long-term business success.
PepsiCo partnered with Nigel Wright Group to appoint a Head of Quaker to drive commercial strategy and long-term growth. The successful candidate brought significant leadership experience in global FMCG companies, excelling in strategy, transformation, and business development. Their impact led to a promotion to Commercial Director, overseeing the beverage business. This strategic hire strengthened PepsiCo’s market position, ensuring sustainable growth and operational excellence across key markets.
Saputo successfully onboarded a highly skilled Engineering Manager through Nigel Wright Group, ensuring strong leadership in their high-speed production environment. The selected candidate brought extensive experience in lean methodologies, continuous improvement, and team development, driving efficiency and cost reductions across the site. Their impact was immediate, optimizing maintenance strategies and improving operational performance. Their success in the role reinforced Saputo’s commitment to engineering excellence and long-term strategic growth within the business.
Unilever partnered with Nigel Wright Group to recruit a Managing Director for Unilever Food Solutions, tasked with driving growth and innovation. With extensive leadership experience in international food businesses, the appointed candidate brought expertise in strategy, brand building, and people management. Their impact strengthened Unilever’s market position, ensuring long-term success. This strategic hire reinforced Unilever’s commitment to operational excellence and customer-driven solutions in the food service industry.
Searching for a food manufacturing recruitment agency in the USA?
If you need the expertise of a specialist headhunter for the food industry to secure top executive talent, please reach out to us via the email address below. A member of our team will ensure your enquiry is directed to the most suitable consultant for your specific hiring needs.
Food Industry Recruiters | USA Contact Details
Nigel Wright Group is Europe’s number one food industry headhunter. We help US and European businesses expand in domestic and international markets.
United States Office
Telephone: (929) 564-5988
Email: marketingdept@nigelwright.com
Address: 353 Lexington Avenue, 4th Floor, Suite 400, New York, NY, US 10016