Hiring at senior or executive level in the supply chain isn’t just about credentials: it’s about capability, chemistry, and long term commercial alignment.
Whether you’re appointing a Supply Chain Director, a Head of Logistics, or a senior transformation lead, these are not transactional hires. These individuals will shape strategy, steer performance, and influence culture. Which means the cost of getting it wrong, in time, money, and operational disruption, is significant.
That’s why a specialist executive search approach is essential. At Bis Henderson Recruitment, we help organisations navigate this high stakes process with precision, pace and confidence, drawing on deep sector expertise to identify, assess and secure exceptional leadership talent.
Why Executive Supply Chain Hiring Is Different
Hiring at board or senior leadership level goes beyond ticking boxes on a CV. These roles demand:
- Vision and strategic thinking
- A deep understanding of end-to-end supply chain complexity
- Influence across multi-functional teams and suppliers
- The ability to lead transformation and drive results in fast-moving, ambiguous environments
But it’s not just about what a candidate has done; it’s about what they will do within your business context. That requires a careful balance of cultural fit, leadership style, and future potential.
The Executive Search Process: Step by Step
1. Role Scoping and Brief Definition
We begin with discovery. What is the strategic importance of this hire? What change, performance, or continuity are they being brought in to deliver? We work closely with your leadership team to define not just the job title, but the purpose, priorities and profile of the ideal candidate.
2. Market Mapping and Talent Identification
We don’t wait for candidates to come to us, we go to them. Our team leverages long standing relationships, sector insight and deep networks to discreetly identify leaders who aren’t visible on the open market. Many of the people we place weren’t actively looking, until we introduced the right opportunity.
3. Screening and Shortlisting
Each candidate is thoroughly assessed not just for technical expertise, but for leadership capabilities, cultural alignment, and long term fit. We clarify their motivations, ambitions and expectations, so you only meet people with the potential to thrive in your organisation.
4. Interview Management and Stakeholder Coordination
Executive search often involves multiple stages and internal stakeholders. We manage the process end-to-end, from briefing candidates and arranging schedules, to providing feedback and maintaining engagement throughout. This ensures a consistent, professional and efficient experience on both sides.
5. Offer Management and Counter-Offer Planning
At this level, counter offers are common, and often compelling. We advise clients on structuring offers that reflect the strategic value of the role and future career trajectory, not just base salary. We work closely with both parties to ensure alignment, reduce risk, and avoid last minute surprises.
6. Onboarding Support and Follow-Through
Our involvement doesn’t stop at placement. We provide support during the onboarding period to ensure a smooth transition, helping both client and candidate settle into the new relationship and unlock impact fast.
The Value of a Specialist Executive Search Partner
When it comes to senior appointments, experience matters. At Bis Henderson Recruitment, our consultants bring hands on industry knowledge from senior roles across logistics, procurement and supply chain, not just recruitment.
This gives us a unique ability to:
- Understand the operational and strategic realities of your supply chain
- Articulate the opportunity in a way that resonates with high calibre professionals
- Assess leadership potential with credibility and insight
- Represent your brand professionally and discreetly in the market
We don’t just find candidates who look good on paper. We find the people who deliver in practice, and stick.
Saving Time. Reducing Risk. Securing the Right Leader.
Executive recruitment is high impact and high stakes. Delays, mis-hires or internal misalignment can cost your business significantly: not just financially, but operationally and reputationally.
By partnering with a specialist like Bis Henderson Recruitment, you gain:
- Faster access to senior-level talent through targeted search
- Reduced risk through rigorous vetting and candidate engagement
- Long-term results through better fit, retention and performance
Your next senior hire could shape your supply chain for the next five years, or stall it for the next 12 months. It’s a decision too important to leave to chance.
With the right executive search partner, you’ll make that decision with confidence and bring in the leadership your business needs to move forward. Speak with our expert Supply Chain Recruitment Consultants today to help find your next hire.
