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The Brief
Tiro was recommended to the Manufacturing Director of a prestigious food manufacturer in North London who was struggling to find a qualified replacement for his Site Engineering Manager. The current job holder had been instrumental in the site’s success over the last 15 years and was very popular by all of his team, so they were big shoes to fill.
This was an exciting role with guaranteed fast-track progression to General Manager. The current GM would be progressing to a Director-level position in the next two years. It was therefore imperative that the new Site Engineering Manager had the capability to step up.
The Challenge
Before approaching Tiro, the Manufacturing Director had been working with two recruitment companies for four weeks. The position had been extensively advertised, but the recruiters had failed to understand the role and therefore presented candidates that were available rather than suitable. This misalignment highlighted the importance of a tailored strategy to ensure the right fit for a critical position.
Location was another issue, North London is notoriously difficult to navigate, meaning this would severely reduce the number of candidates willing to travel to the area.
Tiro Solution
Detailed Role Analysis: to really understand the technical skills, leadership responsibilities, company cultural and career progression. Tiro worked closely with the Manufacturing Director to identify the specific skills and experience he wished to emulate from the previous manager, plus new expertise that would further add value to the role.
Priority Plan: Developed a detailed hiring plan with set stage gates, ensuring a smooth and seamless process. We suggested Tiro conduct the 1st stage interview on the Director’s behalf, saving the company time and resources, while also increasing the likelihood of finding a candidate who perfectly matched the requirements.
Company Mapping: Tiro mapped all companies within the North London area, networking with engineers and directors in these organisations to find and recommend suitable candidates.
Outcome
Tiro’s comprehensive and strategic approach to recruitment ensured that the food manufacturer in North London found a highly qualified replacement for their Site Engineering Manager. By leveraging detailed role analysis, a stage gated priority plan, company mapping, and a robust headhunting process, Tiro successfully filled the critical role within six weeks. This case study highlights the importance of a tailored recruitment strategy in overcoming location challenges and securing top talent.
If your organisation is facing similar recruitment challenges, contact Tiro today to learn how our bespoke recruitment solutions can help you find the perfect candidate for your critical roles. Let us help you build a team that drives success and growth.
