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Our Proven Process

Hiring top talent shouldn't be complicated, but it should be done right. Here's how we deliver results, quickly and consistently:

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  • Discovery: We start with an in-depth discussion to understand your goals, team dynamics, and hiring needs.

  • Research & Targeting: We map the market, identify top talent, and tap into our curated CPG network.

  • Rigorous Vetting: Every candidate goes through deep-dive interviews, assessing experience, culture fit, and long-term impact.

  • Shortlist Delivery: We present only the most aligned candidates, typically 3 to 5 per role.

  • Offer & Close: We support negotiations and provide reference checks to ensure a confident hire.

  • Post-Hire Follow Up: We stay in touch after the hire to make sure everything’s on track.

What We Believe

Crescere Executive Search isn’t just a recruiting firm, we’re a partner and brand ambassador for our clients. Every search is customized. Every placement is intentional.

We believe:

  • Talent is your biggest growth lever.

  • Relationships build better teams than algorithms.

  • Speed matters, but alignment matters more.

  • Transparency and ethics build trust.

  • Follow-up is not optional, it’s how we ensure success.

  • Your team’s success is our mission.

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Client Success Stories

We’ve placed over 500 Sales & Marketing leaders across nearly every major category in CPG, from Food & Beverage to Natural Products to Consumer Electronics. Here are just a few highlights:

Below are some examples of success stories over the years

VP Marketing to C-Suite — Better-For-You Pet Brand

  • Hired a Blue-Chip VP Marketing who became CMO

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  • Added two brand and insights leaders

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  • Revenue grew from $100MM to $1B+ in 8 years

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  • Marketing ROI tripled

Field Marketing Rebuild — Top Beverage Brand

  • Hired a Field Marketing Director and four regionals

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  • Drove several hundred million in incremental annual sales

Category Analyst to Director — Fortune 100 Apparel

  • Created a long-term pipeline for Cat Man talent

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  • Scaled team from 6 to 20+

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  • Drove +18% category growth

Amazon Team Build — Multi-Category CPG Portfolio

  • Built a cross-division Amazon Center of Excellence

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  • Placed 3 NAMs, 2 eComm analysts

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  • Revenue grew from $90MM to $300MM

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  • ACOS dropped 22% in 2 years

Scaling Post-Acquisition Mid-Market Snack Brand

  • Filled six roles, from Associate BM to Innovation Manager

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  • Team grew from 2 to 13 over 8 years

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  • SKU velocity doubled, revenue up 25%

VP Sales for Brick-and-Mortar Expansion – DTC Wellness Brand

  • Added VP Sales with blended DTC/retail background

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  • Team scaled to 5

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  • Retail mix hit 40%, CAC dropped 25%, margin expanded

Want someone like this on your team?

Recruitment Models That Fit Your Business

At Crescere Executive Search, we offer flexible, high-touch recruiting services tailored to the pace and needs of growing Consumer Goods companies. Whether you’re building out a sales team or hiring executive leadership, we deliver curated talent with speed and precision.

Contingency

  • Best for: Fast-moving roles or when internal sourcing has stalled

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  • How it works: No upfront cost. You pay only if you hire.

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  • Typical Use Cases:  Account Managers (KAM-NAM), Brand Managers (ABM-BM), Category Managers or Analysts (CM-CA)

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  • Why it works: Low risk, high speed, strong candidate flow

Priority (Hybrid)

  • Best for:  Roles that require more focus but don’t need full retained commitment

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  • How it works:  Small upfront engagement fee secures priority sourcing and shortlisting

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  • ​​Typical Use Cases:  Sr. Managers, Directors, Heads of eComm-Marketing-Sales, VPs​

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  • Why it works:  Dedicated attention, faster results, stronger alignment

Retained

  • Best for: Executive-level hires, new leadership teams, or confidential searches

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  • How it works: Full exclusive partnership. Market mapping, white-glove support

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  • Typical Use Cases: VP Marketing & Sales, CMO, Chief Growth Officer, Chief Sales Officer

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  • Why it works: Strategic alignment, confidentiality, rigorous vetting

Every Search Includes

Regardless of your model, every search comes with:

  • Intake call to align on goals, culture, and role profile

  • Curated shortlists sourced from a proprietary CPG network

  • Screening, summaries, and recommendations

  • Interview scheduling support

  • Offer negotiation consulting

  • Reference checks (on request)

  • 90-day replacement guarantee

Common Questions from Clients 1. What engagement models do you offer? We offer retained, priority (container), and contingent search options. For senior or specialized roles, we often recommend a modest deposit to secure priority access and ensure dedicated time on your assignment. 2. How long does a typical search take? For Director through VP-level roles, the process typically takes 8–12 weeks from kickoff to signed offer. Timelines vary depending on search complexity, speed of feedback, and market competitiveness. 3. What types of roles do you fill most often? We specialize in building commercial leadership teams—roles like VP Sales, Director of eCommerce, Senior Brand Manager, Director of Category Management, and Head of Trade or Shopper Marketing.

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