Manufacturing Recruitment

Executive Search and Headhunting in Manufacturing

Recruit Mogul provides executive search, headhunting and talent acquisition services for senior roles within the manufacturing industry. We partner with manufacturing organisations to help them attract high-level professionals who improve efficiency, drive innovation, and lead operational excellence across the entire production lifecycle.

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 and board-level 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)
Non-Executive Director

Senior operational and technical manufacturing roles:

Plant Director
Head of Engineering
Director of Manufacturing Operations
VP of Supply Chain
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.

Transparent fee structure

Recruit Mogul operates with a clear and competitive fee model. We charge a flat 20 percent of the candidate’s starting annual salary for all successful placements. This includes the full cycle of service: role consultation, search strategy, market research, headhunting, candidate evaluation and offer management.

There are no hidden fees or unclear terms. Our 20 percent structure reflects the depth of industry knowledge and senior-level search capability that goes into every project.

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.

Why Recruit Mogul is trusted in manufacturing

Our consultants bring deep knowledge of manufacturing leadership and a rigorous approach to search. We understand what makes a good plant manager different from a supply chain strategist. We ask the right questions, target the right profiles and ensure a high-quality recruitment experience for both clients and candidates.

Clients value our:

Industry expertise and consultative approach
Direct access to passive, high-level manufacturing talent
Clear, structured search process
Consistent and transparent communication from start to finish

We don’t rely on job boards or databases. We actively identify and engage the people you actually want to hire.

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.