Manufacturing Headhunters
Executive Search and Headhunters for Manufacturing
Recruit Mogul provides executive search, headhunting and talent acquisition services for senior roles within the manufacturing industry across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and other global markets. We partner with manufacturing businesses to help them attract high-level professionals who improve efficiency, drive innovation, and lead operational excellence across the entire production lifecycle.
The global economy spans technology, financial services, energy, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, infrastructure, and international trade. Regulatory diversity, capital market structures, taxation frameworks, and governance standards shape how organisations structure operations and leadership teams across jurisdictions. Cross-border investment flows, digital transformation, supply chain integration, and geopolitical shifts continue to influence long-term competitiveness worldwide.
With increased pressure on cost control, quality assurance, supply chain optimisation, and sustainability, today’s manufacturing leaders must possess both strategic oversight and hands-on industry expertise. At Recruit Mogul, we understand these demands and deliver senior talent that aligns with your technical, commercial and operational goals.
Targeted talent acquisition for manufacturing leadership
We work with manufacturers across diverse sectors including industrial products, consumer goods, automotive, aerospace, medical devices, food and beverage, and advanced manufacturing. Our approach to talent acquisition is data-driven, industry-specific and designed to connect you with leaders who can influence change and scale growth.
Recruit Mogul specialises in placing high-impact individuals in the following roles:
C-suite manufacturing positions:
- Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
- Chief Operating Officer (COO)
- Chief Manufacturing Officer (CMO)
- Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO)
- Chief Quality Officer (CQO)
- Chief Technical Officer (CTO)
Senior operational and technical manufacturing roles:
- Plant Director
- Head of Engineering
- Director of Manufacturing Operations
- Director of Continuous Improvement
- Head of Quality Assurance
- Director of Production
- Lean Manufacturing Lead
- Head of EHS (Environment, Health and Safety)
We focus on leadership that understands lean processes, automation, factory optimisation, regulatory compliance and digital transformation within complex production environments.
Executive search for strategic manufacturing leadership
Our executive search service is designed to support manufacturing firms seeking board-level and senior management professionals who can deliver performance at scale. These roles require leaders with a mix of operational discipline, technical insight and the ability to adapt in competitive and regulated markets.
Our process includes:
- Consultation with executive and HR stakeholders
- Detailed role profiling and success criteria definition
- Market mapping and competitor analysis
- Discreet outreach to passive candidates
- Evaluation of leadership style, technical skills and cultural fit
- Shortlist delivery with full candidate reports
Whether you need a COO to transform factory operations or a CMO to lead a new production model, we bring the right expertise to secure talent that fits.
Headhunting for senior technical and operations talent
Headhunting is critical in manufacturing, where many top performers are not actively seeking new roles. We identify and approach highly qualified professionals with the leadership, certifications and experience required for complex manufacturing environments.
We frequently headhunt for roles such as:
- Head of Automation
- Director of Process Engineering
- Senior Production Manager
- Director of Industrial Engineering
- Global Head of Logistics
- Supply Chain Strategy Director
- Maintenance and Reliability Director
Each search is discreet and customised. Our consultants know how to engage leaders in continuous improvement, smart factory systems, and advanced manufacturing technologies.
Scalable talent acquisition for long-term growth
As manufacturing continues to evolve through digitisation, ESG compliance, and reshoring strategies, leadership needs to be forward-thinking and flexible. Recruit Mogul supports manufacturing businesses through talent acquisition strategies that future-proof leadership and enable long-term stability.
We work with business owners, boards and operational leaders to deliver:
- Succession planning for technical and operational roles
- Organisational design and team scaling
- Talent pipelining for site expansion or product launches
- Benchmarking of compensation across leadership tiers
- Diversity and inclusion strategy for executive hiring
Our role is to help your manufacturing business plan, attract and retain the leadership required to stay competitive and resilient.
Start your manufacturing leadership search
If you are hiring a senior leader in manufacturing, whether a COO, Plant Director or Engineering Head, Recruit Mogul is ready to help you secure the right talent.
Our executive search, headhunting and talent acquisition services are purpose-built for the manufacturing industry.
Contact us today to start your next leadership search.
Why Choose Recruit Mogul?
Global Reach
We recruit across borders while understanding local factors that influence candidate behaviour, compensation structures, and regulatory frameworks in each market.
Sector Expertise
We operate across technology, finance, construction, healthcare, engineering, logistics, and manufacturing, bringing informed insight into each industry’s talent landscape.
Senior Level Focus
We specialise in C-suite, director-level, senior and middle management appointments, as well as complex technical roles requiring proven leadership or specialist expertise.
Competitive Fees
Transparent, competitive fee structures with no hidden costs, designed to reflect search complexity and deliver measurable return on investment.
Confidential Headhunting
We represent your brand with discretion and integrity, engaging candidates professionally to protect reputation and maintain trust throughout every stage of the search process.
Placement Fee and Guarantee
Recruit Mogul works with a transparent, performance-based pricing structure. Our executive placement fee is 18% of the candidate’s first-year base salary. You pay only after the hire has officially started. There are no retainers or upfront costs.
Every placement includes a three-month replacement guarantee. If the new hire resigns or does not meet expectations within 90 days, we will conduct a replacement search at no extra charge. This ensures your hiring investment is fully protected.