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The Client
The client is a Chicago-based food manufacturer and consumer packaged goods (CPG) organization. With a global presence, the client maintains a diverse product line and has recently charted a course for international growth.
The Challenge
Seeking to expand their global presence, the client entered into a phase of significant expansion and strategic acquisition to secure greater market share. Part of this strategy was to research and develop new products to diversify their portfolio. This multi-faceted approach required both the ongoing integration of newly acquired companies and an aggressive hiring strategy to sustain their growth. The client would need the expertise of a recruitment partner to help them scale quickly and meet the moment.
The Solution
The Planet Group has emerged as a trusted partner in the client’s talent acquisition strategy. Specifically, The Planet Group has secured candidates in varied Research and Development positions, including
- Food Scientists (Associate, Mid-Level, Senior, Expert)
- R&D Process Engineers (Mid-Level, Senior, Expert)
- Senior R&D Managers
- Senior R&D Managers, Process Engineering
Increasingly, the client has come to rely on TPG to facilitate their recruitment process. Submitted candidates are subjected to a significant vetting response, including in-person assessments and panel interviews. Yet TPG’s knowledge of the local market and the CPG sector more broadly allows for the quick sourcing of qualified talent for essential direct hire roles. To date, The Planet Group has placed 15+ candidates in these highly qualified positions.
“The Planet Group’s deep understanding of our business and culture has made a meaningful impact on our recruiting efforts… From sourcing qualified candidates to providing thoughtful insights about the market, TPG’s contributions have helped us strengthen our teams and move our organization forward.” – Client’s Talent Acquisition Team
The Results
Today, The Planet Group continues to assist the client with their client recruitment needs, functioning as an extension of their talent acquisition team to fill critical positions within R&D. Currently, direct-hire roles are filled on roughly a 30-day timeline, from submission to placement. Through this partnership, the client has been able to achieve their growth goals, enabling them to continuously innovate within the sector.
