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

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.

 

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’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.

 

Successful projects between 2019 and 2022 included:

• Head of Marketing
• Key Account Manager’s
• Head of NPD
• Product Marketing Manager’s
• Senior Buyer
• Technical Director
• Head of Customer Support
• NPD Managers
• Packaging Technologist
• Development Technologist

 

Client Testimonial

“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”

Steve Moon – ex. CEO

“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.”

Jenny Gee – ex. HR Director

 

“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’ve worked on several recruitment projects and the quality of the candidates has been excellent.”

Kerry (Medlicott) Walton – ex. Head of Sales & Marketing

 

Candidate Testimonials:

“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 – Head of NPD

“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.”

Mandy McMullin – NPD Technologist

“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’t recommend you highly enough, Jamie”

Lee Watkins – Key Account Manager

"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

 

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