Professional Search: Finding a Skilled Marketing Leader in Australia 

Professional Search: Finding a Skilled Marketing Leader in Australia

Apex by PeopleScout

Professional Search: Finding a Skilled Marketing Leader in Australia

PeopleScout sourced a critical marketing leader for an Australian construction materials company with our Apex professional search solution.

Situation 

The General Manager, Marketing was a critical role for an Australian construction materials organization that required technical skills and a proven track record in the sector. 

The organization turned to PeopleScout for our Apex professional search solution

Solution 

The Apex team commenced two parallel searches, and a duel, staggered advertising campaign to maximize results. Our strategy involved: 

  • A detailed market map focusing on candidates in Australia and New Zealand with specific technical skills gained working for direct competitors. 
  • A broader search for candidates with similar technical skills from outside the sector. 
  • A two-week advertising campaign under the PeopleScout brand 
  • A four-week campaign under the client brand 

Less than three weeks into the assignment, the professional search team presented a tight shortlist of four strong candidates to the client.  

Results 

The preferred candidate accepted the offer within budget. Whilst ultimately not necessary, the PeopleScout team had a strong pool of additional candidates to pursue, if needed. 

At a Glance

  • COMPANY
    Australian construction materials company
  • INDUSTRY
    Building & Construction

Professional Search: Scouring the Globe for a Head of Operations 

Professional Search: Scouring the Globe for a Head of Operations

Apex by PeopleScout

Professional Search: Scouring the Globe for a Head of Operations

PeopleScout sourced a Head of Operations for an Australian consumer goods company with our Apex professional search solution.

Situation 

A major consumer goods organization needed to fill the critical role of the National Head of Operations in Australia. They needed a leader with highly specialized technical experience, exceptional leadership skills and strategic vision. However, due to the unique combination of skills and expertise required, the potential candidate pool in Australia was extremely limited. 

The retailer turned to PeopleScout for our Apex professional search solution

Solution 

The PeopleScout Apex team in APAC commenced three sourcing strategies in parallel: 

  1. We built a market map of Australia and New Zealand indicating the location of candidates with the required technical skills. 
  2. We built a separate ANZ market map showing candidates with a broader range of technical skills, focusing on leadership and strategy experience.  
  3. We conducted a detailed international search across APAC, EMEA and North America, seeking candidates with skills that fit the brief. 

After identifying a long list of potential candidates, our team presented a short list of six candidates for first round interviews with the hiring manager just five weeks into the process.  

As a result, a UK-based candidate with relevant skills and experience in abundance immediately became the front runner. In total, we scheduled four rounds of interviews and conducted personalized reference checks. 

Results 

The preferred candidate was offered the role, and we negotiated remuneration and relocation assistance within the consumer goods company’s budget. Our Apex team kept in regular contact with the candidate to support a smooth transition throughout the relocation process.

At a Glance

  • COMPANY
    Australian consumer goods organization
  • INDUSTRY
    Consumer Goods & Retail

Apex by PeopleScout, Professional Search

Apex by PeopleScout

Welcome to Apex, our senior professional hiring solution—backed by three decades of global recruitment expertise—to connect you with leaders who have reached the peak of knowledge and skills in their field. Apex offers bespoke search campaigns and comprehensive recruitment management, delivering the quality of traditional professional search without the premium price tag of agency-led placements.

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