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Paragon Talent specialises in executive search for the flavour, fragrance, and ingredients industries across Europe and the UK. With military precision and deep sector expertise, we excel in placing top talent for Commercial, Technical, and Senior Leadership roles. Our transparent, quality-driven approach and extensive network ensure we deliver the right people for mission-critical positions.

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Our founder combines military precision with deep industry expertise in the flavour, fragrance, and ingredients sectors. For over a decade, Jamie has been specialising in specific market segments, ensuring detailed understanding of both technical requirements and commercial dynamics. This focused approach allows us to provide unparalleled insights and connections within your specialist market.

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We champion exceptional talent in the flavour, fragrance and ingredients sectors through proactive marketing to our specialist network. Each featured candidate has undergone thorough assessment of their technical capabilities, commercial acumen, and career aspirations.Our featured professionals span R&amp;D, Commercial, Marketing, Operational and C-Suite leadership roles across flavour, fragrance and ingredient markets. Review their profiles, and if you see a candidate you wish to engage with, use the on-page tools to let us know.&nbsp;

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How we helped Agrana build their UK sales force with 2 strategic hires

<img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/static/imglib/Agrana.jpg" height="175" width="300" alt="" />&nbsp;Overview:Agrana is an Austrian-based company specialising in food and ingredients, with a focus on fruit, starch, and sugar production. The company is known for its wide range of products and solutions that cater to various industries, including food and beverages, as well as pharmaceuticals and animal feed. Agrana operates globally, with production sites and subsidiaries in Europe, the Americas, and Asia.In 2023, Agrana&rsquo;s fruit division (fruit-based ingredients market, offering fruit preparations, fruit concentrates, and fruit juices) were looking to add a UK based Business Development Manager to take commercial responsibility for developing their UK, Dairy &amp; Foodservice business channels. They already had a strong existing network in the dairy channel and needed someone with experience with this customer base who could come in and naturally take on responsibility with little disruption to their business.Whereas the foodservice and QSR market was an entirely new market for them in the UK, but one that was a key part of their long-term strategy, considering their global presence within some of the leading accounts with the QSR channel.&nbsp;Specific requirements for the search:<ul><li>Proven sales track record withing the B2B ingredients market.</li><li>Experience network and knowledge in the dairy and ice-cream markets.</li><li>Experience selling B2B ingredient solutions into the foodservice and QSR channel, working in close collaboration with internal NPD teams.</li></ul>&nbsp;How we helped:<ul><li>Brief:Met with various stakeholders from the European HR and Commercial Leadership team in person at FiE and online, to understand the brief and each stakeholders&rsquo; expectations.</li><li>Benchmarking: Gave detailed market insights to help align the salary budget with the market, to help the business attract the calibre of professional they were looking for.</li><li>Market Map: Mapped the competition and similar organisations selling B2B ingredient solutions into the dairy and foodservice/QSR channels.</li><li>Search: Created a list of 89 professionals coming from target market, or who had prior experience withing the desired area.</li><li>Attract: Approached a smaller and highly targeted list of prospects about the opportunity, openly sharing key details on Agrana Fruit, the wider business, the vision for the UK market, and growth potential in the role.</li><li>Present: Presented a shortlist of thoroughly screened professionals, including CVs, Video Introductions, Executive Summary&rsquo;s and behavioural assessments.</li><li>Interview and negotiations: Organized all stages of the interview process and handled all aspects of the offer and negotiation phase, aligning expectations of both internal stakeholders and candidates.</li><li>Results: 2 exceptional professionals have now joined their team, these are:<ul><li>Yasin Shaikh</li><li>Ryan Gaskin</li></ul></li></ul>&nbsp;The challenge:Prior to starting the search, we highlighted a concern that we had regarding finding someone with expertise in both dairy and foodservice/QSR, as most organisations from our knowledge had different salespeople looking after each area.The data from the search very quickly justified this concern and we shared the data back to the team at Agrana.Using this evidence, Agrana acted and pivoted, and as a result they hired 2 professionals from the project:<ul><li>Yasin, a Dairy Technologist that had transitioned into sales, with an extremely strong knowledge of the dairy and non-dairy markets.</li><li>Ryan, who had an enviable track record in building business from scratch in the QSR and Foodservice channel, particularly with major coffee chains.</li></ul>Both have been a huge success and the feedback from with Agrana Fruit about their integration to the business has been exceptional.&nbsp;Candidate Testimonials:<blockquote>I am writing to express my sincere gratitude to Jamie for his exceptional work in securing me a position as a Sales and Business Development Manager at Agrana. From the initial consultation, Jamie demonstrated a genuine interest in my career goals and took the time to understand my skills and preferences. He provided valuable insights into the job market and offered guidance on my resume and interview preparation. To go above and beyond, he also took the time to connect on a personal level, which only added the trust gained over a short period of time. In my opinion, required to fully ensure you're comfortable taking the next steps together in securing a new role. Throughout the entire process, he maintained excellent communication, keeping me informed at every stage. Jamie's dedication and professionalism were evident and I truly appreciate his commitment to finding the right fit for me. I highly recommend Jamie to anyone seeking a rewarding career opportunity. - Ryan Gaskin</blockquote>&nbsp;<blockquote>I had the pleasure of working with Jamie, and I must say, it was a truly exceptional experience. Right from the outset, Jamie provided crystal-clear insights into the opportunity and the specific requirements, ensuring that I had a solid understanding from the get-go. What truly sets Jamie apart is the unwavering support and invaluable guidance he provided throughout the entire process. From offering astute advice to delivering candid and constructive feedback from the employer, Jamie consistently went the extra mile to ensure my success. His responsiveness was impeccable, promptly addressing any questions or concerns, even beyond regular working hours. I genuinely believe that my successful employment with the new employer was a collaborative effort, and I owe a substantial debt of gratitude to Jamie. Beyond the professional aspects, our interactions also included insightful discussions about the food industry and personal matters, which added a unique and enjoyable dimension to our partnership. For anyone in the food business seeking new opportunities, I wholeheartedly recommend reaching out to Jamie. When the time is right for me, I certainly will. Jamie's expertise and dedication are second to none, making him a standout recruiter in the food industry. - Yasin Shaikh</blockquote>&nbsp;If you are looking to expand your commercial team like Agrana, please contact us today to find out how we can help you achieve similar results.

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How we helped establish Agrumaria Reggina's US presence

<img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/static/imglib/AM.png" height="108" width="300" alt="" />Overview:Agrumaria Reggina is a 3rd generation family owned, Italian company specializing in the production and supply of citrus-based ingredients. Founded in 1971 and based in the Calabria region of southern Italy, Agrumaria Reggina focuses on processing citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and grapefruits into high-quality essential oils, juices, concentrates, and other citrus-derived products.In recent years the business has grown rapidly and with their new CEO, Felice Chirico leading the business, they have ambitious plans to continue.One phase of that growth is to establish and grow the business unit in North America, where currently 15-20% of their global revenue is already generated with a customer base that consists of Global leading F&amp;F houses and beverage manufacturers.With this in mind, the business was looking to secure their first US based employee, ideally a senior commercial professional, business leader from within the citrus market and with a strong network in the largest global accounts.&nbsp;Specific requirements for the search:<ul><li>Proven sales track record withing the B2B flavour and ingredient industry.</li><li>Strong knowledge and experience working with the leading F&amp;F houses AND/OR large multinational beverage manufactures.</li><li>Preferably experience working with citrus ingredients, essential oils, natural extracts, botanicals, flavours, etc.</li><li>Strong Account Management and Business Development experience.</li><li>Culture fit to the business.</li></ul>&nbsp;Additional challenge:With this role being Agrumaria Reggina&rsquo;s first hire in the US, there were key challenges that we helped the business to mitigate successfully.<ul><li>Salary: Using market data, we were able to help the business successfully salary benchmark the role across multiple States.</li><li>Additional benefits: Again using market data and local knowledge, we were able to guide the business through the expectations around employee benefits such as healthcare plans and medical cover, 401k etc.</li></ul>&nbsp;How we helped:<ul><li>Backstory: We had been in contact with the business for several months prior to the engagement after an initial introduction at FiE 2023.</li><li>Brief: Met with the CEO of the business to take a detailed understanding of the brief and expectations.</li><li>Salary query: As this was to be their first US based employee there was uncertainty around salary, with the initial outlined budget slightly low. Rather than making any quick changes, we agreed that as part of the search we would generate a detailed salary benchmark survey to allow the business the opportunity to position the salary at a level to attract the best person for the role, once they had the required data to do so.</li><li>Market mapping: Created a long list, mapping 78 professionals from various competitor organizations and with possible experience in the citrus market.</li><li>Approach: Actively approached just over 40 professionals from the market who looked most closely suited to our client&rsquo;s requirements.</li><li>Interview and present: We went through various stages of interview and conversations to reduce a final shortlist down to 6 high level professionals.</li><li>Interviews: Our client interviewed all 6, the feedback following was good for all but with a couple of clear frontrunners the process was quickly narrowed down at each stage until a final decision and offer was extended.</li><li>Negotiations: Handled all aspects of the offer and negotiation phase, aligning expectations of both internal stakeholders and candidates. Additionally helped in discussions with the EOR and with guidance around various medical plan options.</li><li>Results: Joel Longbons joined the business to take on the role of GM North America. Joel brings a wealth of experience, coming from a Business Unit Leadership role where he had been supplying citrus ingredients into the F&amp;F market.</li></ul><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/static/imglib/Picture1.jpg" height="348" width="500" alt="" />Candidate Testimonials:<blockquote>"Jamie is a genuine character. I sincerely appreciated working together. He is timely and transparent. I will be reaching out to request his help in the future."Joel Longbons &ndash; General Manager North America</blockquote>&nbsp;If you&rsquo;re looking to secure a Senior Commercial Leader like Agrumaria Reggina, please contact us today to find out how we can help you achieve similar results.

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How we helped Frulact scale their US commercial team ahead of major facility launch

<img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/static/imglib/Frulact.png" height="124" width="400" alt="" />Overview:Frulact is a global company specializing in the production of fruit-based ingredients and solutions for the food and beverage industry. Headquartered in Portugal, Frulact develops a wide range of high-quality fruit preparations, purees, concentrates, and natural flavors used in various products, such as dairies, confectionery, bakery, beverages, and ice cream.Following accelerated growth in North America, Frulact had invested $millions into the development of a new manufacturing facility in Logan, Utah which was due to open in July 2024.As a result of their future increase in manufacturing capacity, the business was looking to expand its commercial activity in the US market.With a need to quickly capitalise on their investment, Frulact wanted to secure 3 new senior sales professionals who had a strong proven track record and in-depth knowledge of the market.&nbsp;Specific requirements for the search:<ul><li>Proven sales track record withing the B2B flavour and ingredient industry.</li><li>Strong knowledge of the customer channels, for example ice cream, dairy, foodservice.</li><li>Preferably experience working with similar portfolio.</li><li>A mixture of both Account Management and Business Development experience.</li><li>Had to be a strong collaborator and team player.</li></ul>&nbsp;How we helped:<ul><li>Brief: Met with various stakeholders from the US and HQs in Portugal to get a detailed understanding of the brief and expectations from all parties involved.</li><li>Plan: Working with the leadership team, highlighted the types of companies where professionals working in similar roles would have gained the experience required.</li><li>Market mapping: Created a long list, mapping 138 professionals from various competitors and target organization across the US (East to West).</li><li>Attract: Approached a smaller targeted list of prospects with full transparency about the opportunity, the organization, the vision, and the WIIFT (What&rsquo;s in it for them).</li><li>Screen and present: Presented a shortlist of 12 thoroughly screened professionals, including CVs, Video Introductions, Executive Summary&rsquo;s and behavioural assessments.</li><li>Interviews: Organized all stages of a 3-stage interview process, starting with 8 professional and leading to final 3.</li><li>Negotiations: Handled all aspects of the offer and negotiation phase, aligning expectations of both internal stakeholders and candidates.</li><li>Results: 3 exceptional professionals have now joined their team, these are:<ul><li>Blake Blackner</li><li>David Casillas</li><li>Glenn Durflinger</li></ul></li></ul><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/static/imglib/Picture2.jpg" height="453" width="600" alt="" />Client Testimonial<blockquote>&ldquo;I&rsquo;m excited to recommend Jamie as he launches his new business. Having worked with him on three successful candidate searches in 2024, I&rsquo;ve seen firsthand his professionalism, industry expertise, and commitment to finding the perfect fit. We&rsquo;ve stayed in regular contact over the years, and his integrity and results-driven approach continue to impress me. I&rsquo;m confident his new venture will thrive and highly recommend him as a recruitment partner.&rdquo; - Uwe Schnell</blockquote>&nbsp;Candidate Testimonials:<blockquote>&ldquo;Jamie was fantastic to work with. It was like working with a long-time friend. Jamie is a great listener and has logical feedback and recommendations. I highly recommend Jamie for any future endeavors.&rdquo; - Blake Blackner</blockquote>&nbsp;<blockquote>&ldquo;From day one Jamie was very professional and methodical in his approach. Being in the US I did not think much about recruiters in the UK, Jamie definitely changed that perspective with his knowledge of the US markets and global connections. Jamie collaborated at every step of the process, providing relevant insight to the standards employers were keyed in on for their next professional. Jamie provided timely feedback after every interview, as well as preparations before each interview. Providing important points for each individual involved in the interview, and the topic/characteristics these individuals were desiring in a candidate. As I was working on multiple opportunities Jamie kept pace with the other opportunities, checking in frequently for any updates. When the offer arrived he did a great job explaining the compensation package and comparing it to the current market. Throughout the full process I felt at ease and confident in his abilities to maximize my value. I would recommend any of my friends and family to Jamie who are looking for their next career opportunity. They would be in good hands and I feel confident the best outcome would be obtained.&rdquo; - David Casillas</blockquote>&nbsp;<blockquote>&ldquo;Jamie is a consummate professional who was invaluable in my most recent search for a new role.&rdquo; - Glenn Durflinger</blockquote>&nbsp;Are you looking to expand your commercial team like Frulact? Contact us today to find out how we can help you achieve similar results.

Frulact

How we helped Treatt strengthen their European sales team

<img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/static/imglib/treatt-logo.jpg" height="166" width="300" alt="" />Overview:Treatt is a global company that specializes in the production and supply of natural extracts, flavors, and ingredients used primarily in the food and beverage, personal care, and fragrance industries.The company is known for its expertise in creating high-quality, innovative ingredients that enhance the sensory experiences of products. They offer a range of solutions, including citrus oils, fruit and vegetable extracts, essential oils, and natural flavoring compounds.Treatt have a very strong record on talent retention, and have repeatedly developed some exceptional professionals from entry level to senior level, however, following their recent investment into a brand new manufacturing facility in the UK and the recent loss of a long term employee who had been with the business almost 10 years, Treatt were looking to hire 2 senior sales professionals to help in the European market.The ideal professionals would bring a wealth of experience and value to the team, would have the track record to help continue Treatts ambitious growth plans in Europe whilst also being able to help pass on valuable insights and mentorship to junior colleagues.Although Treatt have their HQ in Bury St Edmunds, UK, the roles would be remote based and our search was to focus on both the UK and Central Europe in order to find the best talent, who were most likely employed in a similar or competitor business.&nbsp;Specific requirements for the search:<ul><li>Proven sales track record withing the B2B flavour and ingredient industry.</li><li>Strong knowledge and experience working with the leading F&amp;F houses AND/OR large multinational beverage manufactures.</li><li>Preferably experience working with citrus ingredients, essential oils, natural extracts, botanicals, flavours, etc.</li><li>Strong Account Management and Business Development experience.</li><li>Culture fit to the business.</li></ul>&nbsp;How we helped:<ul><li>Brief: Met with various stakeholders to get a detailed understanding of the brief and expectations. Highlighted the types of companies where professionals working in similar roles would have gained the experience and highlight any companies that should be avoided for various reasons.</li><li>Regular updates: Had regular calls to discuss market data, search success and challenges.</li><li>Market mapping: Created a long list, mapping 115 professionals from various competitors and target organization across the UK and Europe.</li><li>Attract: Approached a smaller targeted list of prospects with full transparency about the opportunity, the organization, the vision, and the WIIFT (What&rsquo;s in it for them).</li><li>Screen and present: Presented a shortlist of 10 thoroughly screened professionals, including CVs, Video Introductions, Executive Summary&rsquo;s and behavioural assessments.</li><li>Interviews: Organized all stages of a 2-stage interview process including travel from Europe to the UK, starting with 9 professional and leading to final 4 face-to-face and 2 offers.</li><li>Negotiations: Handled all aspects of the offer and negotiation phase, aligning expectations of both internal stakeholders and candidates.</li><li>Results: 2 exceptional professionals have now joined their European team and have embedded very well. These are:<ul><li>Deborah Jackson</li><li>Graziella Riant-Dalibard</li></ul></li></ul><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/static/imglib/Picture11.png" height="433" width="342" alt="" />Candidate Testimonials:<blockquote>&ldquo;Jamie is an excellent recruiter and communicator. His personable approach puts you at ease and he goes above and beyond to ensure that you are the right fit for the role. He guides you through the process and is always on hand for help and support, giving tips and advice and more importantly staying in touch to ensure you are fully prepared and kept informed throughout the process. I highly recommend Jamie if you are looking for a new role or you are looking to recruit.&rdquo; - Deborah Jackson</blockquote>&nbsp;<blockquote>&ldquo;I really appreciated my discussions with Jamie. He is a talented man, really open minded and listening. He his dedicated to his mission and never gives up! I had the chance to meet him in person when I joined Treatt, and he showed he is caring, engaged and did a great follow up too. I am happy we met!&rdquo; - Graziella Riant-Dalibard</blockquote>&nbsp;Are you looking to expand your commercial team like Treatt? Contact us today to find out how we can help you achieve similar results.

Treatt

How we secured a VP Sales for Prinova's US ingredients business

<img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/static/imglib/Prinova-Logo-RGB-Color_0.jpg" height="120" width="400" alt="" />Overview:Prinova is a global leader in sourcing and distributing ingredients for the food and beverage, dietary supplement, and nutrition industries. Founded in 1976, the company supplies a wide range of products, including flavors, vitamins, amino acids, minerals, and functional food ingredients.Prinova also offers custom blending, product formulation, and technical support services. They focus on sustainable sourcing and have a strong commitment to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance. With a global presence, Prinova serves customers in the food, beverage, and health sectors, helping them create innovative and functional products.Following the successful completion of a Senior Commercial role in Europe, Jamie was introduced by the Global VP of HR to the US HR Director as there was a requirement to find a VP of Sales to lead a $multi-hundred-million US ingredients business.Prinova have a good internal recruitment team, which has been strengthened in recent years, however, for a key role leading a $multi-hundred-million business they had decided to partner with an external search firm.&nbsp;Specific requirements for the search:<ul><li>Strong commercial leader, leading US sales teams within the industry.</li><li>Proven track record and evidence of training, developing and improving sales teams.</li><li>Previous experience of holding full responsibility for $multi-hundred-million businesses.</li><li>A background in the B2B ingredient distribution channel, or alternatively, experience working with wide specialised ingredient portfolios.</li><li>Located in or able to move to Chicago.</li></ul>&nbsp;The challenge:Prinova has a very good reputation, and the opportunity itself without question was extremely attractive, however, the professionals with all the experience required weren&rsquo;t actively looking to move.As such, the search needed a delicate but proactive approach, someone who could speak with the relevant professionals directly, understand their career aspirations and use this knowledge to demonstrate the attractive nature of the opportunity.&nbsp;How we helped:<ul><li>Online &amp; Face-to-face Brief: Met with various stakeholders online and in-person at @IFT First, Chicago, to understand the dynamics of the role, the experience required and what each stakeholder was looking for.</li><li>Market mapping: Created a long list, mapping the leadership teams of similar and competitor organizations, as well as senior commercial leaders who had previously worked in the distribution model.</li><li>Attract: a very small and highly targeted list of prospects about the opportunity, engaging in detailed discussions about the opportunity.</li><li>Present: Presented a shortlist of just 4 Senior professionals who were qualified, relevant, interested and in line with expectations.</li><li>Interviews: Organized multiple stages of interview process, managing extremely busy schedules all multiple parties involved in the process.</li><li>Negotiations: Handled all aspects of the offer and negotiation phase, aligning expectations of both internal stakeholders and candidates to get the successful outcome.</li></ul>&nbsp;The Result:We successfully placed Nick Fiorito into the role of VP Sales Ingredients late 2023. When we approached Nick, he was already aware of the opportunity and already had admiration for Prinova but due to the fact he was very busy in his current role, a role he very much was enjoying, he hadn&rsquo;t considered applying.Following a conversation where we were able to explain the role, the challenges and the career prospects of the role, he very quickly demonstrated a high level of interest. It was clear from the first discussion that he had all the experience and attributes we were looking for.From first contact to official offer acceptance took less than 4 weeks.&nbsp;&nbsp;Candidate Testimonials:<blockquote>&ldquo;Working with Jamie was not just a professional experience; it was a genuine pleasure. He is a personable and approachable individual who fosters strong relationships with his clients. His ability to understand not only the qualifications required for a role but also the cultural fit and long-term potential of a candidate is a testament to his holistic approach to recruitment. Jamie is not just a recruiter; he is a strategic partner who genuinely cares about the success of his clients and the candidates he represents. If you are looking for a recruiter who is dedicated, knowledgeable, and a pleasure to work with, Jamie is the person you need. Thank you, Jamie, for your invaluable assistance in my career journey. Your contributions have made a lasting impact, and I look forward to seeing you continue to excel in your field." - Nick Fiorito &ndash; VP Sales Prinova US</blockquote>&nbsp;If you&rsquo;re looking to secure a Senior Commercial Leader like Prinova, please vontact us today to find out how we can help you achieve similar results.

Prinova US

How we helped JF Renshaw successful appoint 15 professionals between 2019 and 2022

<img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/static/imglib/logo-2024.png" height="182" width="400" alt="" />Company overview:JF Renshaw who were recently acquired by Bakels, was a UK-based company that specialised in the production of bakery ingredients, particularly known for its range of products used in cake decorating, sugarcraft, and the baking industry.The company built a strong reputation for providing high-quality, professional products, serving both amateur bakers and professionals in the cake-making industry, and as a result received a Royal Warrant approval in 2015.The company was granted the Royal Warrant of Appointment by Her Majesty the Queen as a supplier of cake decorations and bakery ingredients. This prestigious recognition means that JF Renshaw has been officially recognized as a supplier to the British royal family, a mark of quality and trust.&nbsp;Working relationship:Jamie started working with JF Renshaw in August 2019 following an introduction to their HR Director from their incoming CEO.Following an initial introductory conversation, Jamie travelled to their UK manufacturing site in Liverpool to meet the team, learn more about the business and understand how he could help.This led to successful partnership that lasted from 2019 until 2022 that saw Jamie and JF Renshaw successful complete 15 out of 17 projects. The 2 project that didn&rsquo;t come to fruition were Sales roles, which were cancelled at 2nd stage interview when the UK went into full lockdown in 201when the COVID pandemic spread across Europe.The successful partnership continued until 2022, but JF Renshaw unfortunately started struggling financially due to a huge increase in the price of raw materials after the Russian invasion of Ukraine. At the same time manufacturing costs were also increasing due to energy price hikes.At this time the business went through a major headcount reduction to reduce overheads, and shortly after the business was acquired by British Bakels.&nbsp;Successful projects between 2019 and 2022 included:<ul><li>Head of Marketing</li><li>Key Account Manager&rsquo;s</li><li>Head of NPD</li><li>Product Marketing Manager&rsquo;s</li><li>Senior Buyer</li><li>Technical Director</li><li>Head of Customer Support</li><li>NPD Managers</li><li>Packaging Technologist</li><li>Development Technologist</li></ul>&nbsp;Client Testimonial<blockquote>&ldquo;Jamie has supported me on a number of recruitments over the last 5 years. These were in a number of functions - commercial, marketing, technical, procurement and operations. He has a great network, takes time to understand the role being recruited and the person requirements and has always delivered a strong long and short list. Communication has always been good and Jamie has always found us a great candidate. Follow up is also good, I would highly recommend Jamie&rdquo; Steve Moon &ndash; ex. CEO</blockquote><blockquote>&ldquo;Jamie supported me with a number of recruitment campaigns at a food manufacturing organisation that I worked for. From the outset, Jamie took time and care to understand what the Company needed, spending more time on the organisational culture and personal competencies that were needed to be successful in the role. The campaigns were always well organised and he consulted with the business throughout the process to ensure we were kept informed and in order that he could refine the process quickly, if it was needed. We were never bombarded by CV's that were not relevant, he worked hard to ensure the shortlisted candidates were suitable, credible and committed. I can't recall one campaign that Jamie was not able deliver on. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Jamie to a company looking to recruit, he knows his industry, builds good relationships with candidates and clients and acts as an extension to any organisation recruiting.&rdquo;Jenny Gee &ndash; ex. HR Director</blockquote>&nbsp;<blockquote>&ldquo;For me cultural fit Is key to both finding your ideal job and hiring new recruits. Having worked with Jamie on both sides of the recruitment process I can recommend his approach to find great candidates with the right cultural fit. I&rsquo;ve worked on several recruitment projects and the quality of the candidates has been excellent.&rdquo; Kerry (Medlicott) Walton &ndash; ex. Head of Sales &amp; Marketing</blockquote>&nbsp;Candidate Testimonials:<blockquote>&ldquo;Jamie worked with me right from the start of my new role. He was very clear and honest with job description and all feedback. Jamie supported throughout the process, giving advice and direction. Jamie always kept in contact and always very prompt. A pleasure to work with and would highly recommend." Claire Bailey &ndash; Head of NPD</blockquote><blockquote>&ldquo;Jamie has been very helpful and supportive, which has resulted in me starting a new job. He kept in contact throughout the interview process and communicated in a concise and friendly manner. I would gladly work with Jamie again in the future.&rdquo; Mandy McMullin &ndash; NPD Technologist</blockquote><blockquote>&ldquo;Simply brilliant. I had the privilege of being recruited by Jamie as a candidate for JF Renshaw. Throughout the process he exceeded my expectations. His communication skills are complemented perfectly by his ability to capture the essence of the 'needs and nature' of a prospective employer so I felt informed throughout the process. He delivered on every commitment made and made the process a pleasure. I can&rsquo;t recommend you highly enough, Jamie&rdquo; Lee Watkins &ndash; Key Account Manager</blockquote><blockquote>"I've met very few people with good people skills. I've met even fewer with great people skills. Jamie falls into the 'great' category.A recruiter who truly listens to and invests in the clients and candidates he represents. Jamie has a real knack of presenting opportunities and enabling all to make the best decisions for them.From our initial contact through to finalising my new job offer, his support and confident no fuss but thorough approach, has paved the way to my next career step."Claire Taylor - Packaging Technologist</blockquote>&nbsp;Are you looking for similar support across various functions? If so, please contact us today to find out how we can help you achieve similar results.

JF Renshaw

How we helped Chaucer successful appoint 9 professionals across Europe and the US

<img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/static/imglib/chaucer.png" height="225" width="225" alt="" />Overview:Chaucer Foods is a UK-based company specialising in the production of high-quality, freeze-dried ingredients for the food and beverage industry. Founded in 1982, Chaucer Foods is a leader in the freeze-drying and dehydration of fruits, vegetables, and other food ingredients, supplying both whole and customized solutions.&nbsp;The company serves a wide range of sectors, including:Food and Beverage &ndash; Providing freeze-dried fruits, vegetables, herbs, and flavourings for products like snacks, soups, smoothies, and ready meals. Health and Nutrition &ndash; Offering natural, nutrient-rich ingredients used in health foods, dietary supplements, and functional products. Private Label and Foodservice &ndash; Chaucer also works with companies to create tailored, private-label ingredients or ready-to-use products for foodservice providers.&nbsp;The background:Jamie started working with Chaucer Foods in September 2018 following an introduction to their HR Director from their incoming CCO who&rsquo;d worked with Jamie previously.Following an initial introductory conversation, Jamie travelled to their UK manufacturing site to meet the team, learn more about the business and understand how he could help.This led to an on-going relationship which has now seen 9 successful projects completed in the UK, Europe and the US.&nbsp;Some of these projects have included:<ul><li>Sales &amp; NPI Director Americas</li><li>GKAM Foodservice</li><li>Regional Sales Manager Northern Europe</li><li>UK Sales Manager Freeze Dried</li><li>UK Sales Manager Baked Ingredients</li><li>New Product Development Manager</li></ul>&nbsp;Client Testimonials:<blockquote>&ldquo;We recently engaged Jamie to find us 2 UK Sales Managers and we are extremely satisfied with the results. Their personal approach, the calibre of candidates presented, the efficiency in which they delivered, and the timely completion of both projects made the process effortless.&rdquo;Angela Lofthouse &ndash; ex. CCO/Global Head of Sales &amp; R&amp;D</blockquote>&nbsp;<blockquote>&ldquo;I worked with Jamie initially in 2018 as a candidate, and then as a client 2019 - 2023. Jamie is very thorough in the way he works and makes sure he understands the details of the roles he is working on; he also puts in the same level of detail into understanding the candidates and their fit for the role and organisation. Jamie is also very trustworthy, gives an honest opinion and is very reliable. He is also a very likeable person and goes above and beyond the call of the duty to help in any way he can.&rdquo;Kathy Shaw &ndash; ex. Global R&amp;D Director</blockquote>&nbsp;<blockquote>"Jamie has helped me recruit several members of my team in EMEA. As I&rsquo;ve worked for many years with Jamie, he knows exactly the type of candidates who will fit very well in my team, which is so valuable in the long term. I really recommend Jamie to lead your recruitment needs in the food ingredients industry."Eric Quirin - EMEA Sales Director</blockquote>&nbsp;Candidate Testimonials:<blockquote>&ldquo;It has been a really positive experience being recruited by Jamie. He took time to communicate regularly with me throughout the process, he was very supportive. I really appreciated the unique methods used by GrassGreener in the recruitment process that reassured me that I would be the right cultural fit. I now have a fantastic new role, and I couldn't be happier. I highly recommend getting in touch with Jamie.&rdquo;Gemma Sheridan &ndash; NPD Manager</blockquote>&nbsp;<blockquote>&ldquo;I am extremely impressed by the service received of Jamie throughout the entire process despite all the difficulties caused by the pandemic. The recruitment method was unique and in depth, for making sure that the position is a true match for both parties involved. I genuinely recommend Jamie Pickup to anyone wishing to be involved in a recruitment process.&rdquo;Ildiko Finta &ndash; Regional Sales Manager Europe</blockquote>&nbsp;<blockquote>&ldquo;I worked very closely with a Jamie in 2019, he contacted me for a position in Sales at Chaucer Foods and the experience working with him was exceptional. Jamie was always supportive in every step of the process! It was a pleasure working with you.&rdquo;Itzel Rincon &ndash; Sales &amp; NPI Director Americas</blockquote>&nbsp;<blockquote>&ldquo;In the summer of 2019 Jamie recruited me for the role of Sales manager North Europe at Chaucer Foods. The process was managed from the beginning till the end (including managing the negotiations). I really have to say that this process was manager by Jamie above my expectations and above what you normal find in the recruitment market. Jamie proved to be friendly and very professional at the same time!!&rdquo;Mark Meijer &ndash; Regional Sales Manager N.Europe</blockquote>&nbsp;<blockquote>"I highly recommend Jamie Pickup for his deep expertise in the industry and outstanding professional network. His strategic insight and strong connections have been instrumental in driving business growth and fostering valuable partnerships. Jamie's proactive and results-driven approach makes him a true asset to any organization."Onur Cil - Sales Manager UK</blockquote><img style="display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" src="/static/imglib/GreenwhitePost.png" height="800" width="800" alt="" />Are you looking for similar support across Europe and the US? If so, please contact us today to find out how we can help you achieve similar results.

Chaucer

Over a decade of successful Flavourist searches across 4 continents 

Over the last decade Jamie has successful worked with multiple Flavour houses across the globe, mid-sized companies through to market leading $multi-billion-organizations.As an example, these companies have at various points included: Symrise, Givaudan, Metarom, Synergy Taste, Kerry, IFF (Frutarom), Lucta, Omega Ingredients (part of the Robertet Group) to name just a few.In addition to Commercial, Marketing and Leadership appointments, Jamie has helped a number of these organizations to find technical professionals, across 4 continents, specifically Flavourist&rsquo;s through to Technical Director&rsquo;s.Below are several examples:APAC:<ul><li>Master Flavourist &ndash; Singapore (Confidential)</li><li>Flavourist Beverage &ndash; Singapore (Symrise)</li><li>Senior Innovation Flavourist Savoury &ndash; Singapore (Givaudan)</li><li>Senior Oral Care Flavourist &ndash; Singapore (Confidential)</li></ul>EMEA:<ul><li>Senior Beverage Flavourist &ndash; Germany (Symrise)</li><li>Flavourist &ndash; Germany (Symrise)</li><li>Senior Beverage Flavourist &ndash; UK (Frutarom/IFF)</li><li>Senior Sweet &amp; Beverage Flavourist &ndash; Spain (Grupo Carinsa)</li><li>Senior Flavourist &ndash; Switzerland (PMI)</li><li>Senior Sweet Flavourist &ndash; Turkey (Confidential)</li></ul>Americas:<ul><li>Senior Flavorist &ndash; New Jersey, US (Confidential)</li><li>Technical Director LATAM- Brazil (Symrise)</li><li>Senior Beverage Flavourist LATAM &ndash; Brazil (Symrise)</li><li>Savoury Flavourist&ndash; Mexico (Kerry)</li><li>Senior Flavourist Beverage &ndash; Mexico (Kerry)</li></ul>&nbsp;A couple of testimonials:<blockquote>&ldquo;I worked with Jamie on a very complex and specific Recruitment Project last year and it was a great please to have him as our support on that. His target-oriented and accountability for results competences were crucial for the successful result we got!&rdquo;Danila Marinoni &ndash; HR Director @ Symrise</blockquote>&nbsp;<blockquote>&ldquo;Jamie was helpful and supportive right from the start of the recruitment process from initial contact and continuing through the whole interview process right to me starting my new role. Jamie and his team at Aston Chambers have made a difficult move much easier and were a pleasure to work with.&rdquo;Jonathan Wilson &ndash; Senior Flavourist @ Symrise (now at Sensient)</blockquote>&nbsp;<blockquote>&ldquo;I have been very impressed with the service that I have received from Jamie Pickup. Jamie came across as a down to earth person, yet very professional in his approach. The recruitment method was unique to me at first, however, the tools helped me to highlight my skills and experience in addition to the CV and thus securing that 1st important interview. From the very first telephone call, identifying my career needs to the end, going the extra miles with helping with my relocation once the job was secured &ndash; Jamie&rsquo;s support throughout the process has been 2nd to none. I can genuinely recommend Jamie Pickup to anyone wishing to be involved in a recruitment process.&rdquo;Asim Das &ndash; Senior Flavourist @ IFF</blockquote>&nbsp;<blockquote>&ldquo;Excellent support and follow up during the recruitment process. I can emphasize the kind attention and timely follow-up in each of the phases of the process, not only caring about the professional part but also the personal part.&rdquo;Rene Robellada &ndash; Savoury Flavorist @ Kerry</blockquote>&nbsp;Technical appointments in the Flavour and Fragrance industries can be extremely difficult to fill, having a recruitment partner that not only understands the roles but who has a strong pre-existing network to help can be the difference between success and failure.If you want to discuss how we can help you to find talent for such critical roles in your business, please contact us today to find out how we can help.&nbsp;

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