Procurement Recruiters.

At SCOPE Recruiting, our extensive experience and proven success rate distinguish us as leading supply chain recruiters. Here’s why:

• 20+ Years of Hands-On Supply Chain Experience: Our recruiters have firsthand experience in various supply chain roles, from Buyer and Logistics Analyst to Global Commodity Manager and Strategic Sourcing Manager. This experience ensures a deep understanding of your needs and the industry's unique challenges, along with the ability to identify top candidates.

• 20+ Years of Combined Supply Chain Recruiting Expertise: With over 20 years focused solely on supply chain recruiting, we excel in identifying and placing top-tier candidates, ensuring a perfect fit for your organization.

• Custom Searches and Passive Candidates: Each search is tailored specifically to your requirements, with over 90% of the candidates we submit being passive, providing access to top-tier talent not actively seeking jobs.

• Strong Candidate Network: Our extensive network of supply chain professionals allows us to quickly and effectively connect with the best candidates, giving you a competitive edge in finding top talent.

• High Placement Success: Over the last 5 years, we have achieved a placement rate of over 95% for exclusive searches and a 92% retention rate for our placements over the first year. These metrics underscore our commitment to quality and client satisfaction.

• Long-Term Relationships: We prioritize building lasting partnerships with our clients. Our commitment to your ongoing success means we are dedicated to providing exceptional recruitment solutions that grow with your business needs.

“We needed a proven leader to transform one of our underperforming facilities—an operation plagued by high turnover and inconsistent results. After struggling to identify qualified candidates on our own, SCOPE Recruiting delivered exactly what we needed. The Director of Supply Chain they placed has exceeded every expectation and driven measurable improvement across the board. I truly value the hard work and expertise the SCOPE team brings to every search.”
– Joanne G, Human Resources Director

“Melissa doesn’t just understand recruiting—she understands supply chain. As a former practitioner herself, she quickly grasped the nuances of our roles and delivered high-caliber candidates that aligned with our culture and business needs. In a competitive hiring environment, having someone who ‘gets it’ made all the difference.”
– Kerry W, Recruiting Manager

“After quickly exhausting our local candidate pool, we partnered with SCOPE Recruiting to support a difficult search in a remote location. Their team moved fast, kept top candidates engaged throughout the process, and ultimately helped us secure a fantastic Supply Chain Manager. Their proactive communication and persistence were key to a successful hire.”
– Anna D, Head of Human Resources

“SCOPE Recruiting found us a candidate with the exact mix of skills and industry background we were looking for. They saved us time by only presenting serious contenders and moved quickly to help us close the right person. I appreciated the transparency and direct communication throughout the process.”
– Ben B, Director of Supply Chain

Strategic and tactical supply chain roles serve different purposes—and the rise of AI is reshaping the skills required for both.

Strategic roles focus on long-term initiatives like supplier strategy, risk mitigation, cost optimization, and aligning supply chain decisions with business objectives. These roles are increasingly shaped by AI-powered tools that support predictive analytics, scenario planning, and supplier performance modeling. Success in strategic roles now requires data fluency, cross-functional communication, and the ability to lead digital transformation efforts across the supply chain.

Tactical roles are execution-focused and support the day-to-day flow of goods and materials—placing orders, managing inventory, and resolving disruptions. AI is automating many of the routine tasks in these functions, such as demand forecasting, PO generation, and alerts for stock exceptions. As a result, top performers in tactical roles are those who can work alongside technology, handle exceptions, and navigate evolving digital systems.

At SCOPE Recruiting, we help organizations clarify whether they need strategic thinkers, tactical executors, or hybrid talent. Our process includes deep candidate evaluations, post-interview insights, and assessments of future-ready skills like systems adaptability, data interpretation, and critical thinking. We also help set up internal scorecards to ensure alignment among stakeholders and consistent evaluation of candidate fit.

We can help your team prepare for an AI-enhanced supply chain by identifying and hiring the talent who can lead, adapt, and thrive in this evolving landscape.

Identifying and attracting top strategic procurement talent can be challenging. Here are some key strategies:

1. Understand the Skill Set: Strategic procurement professionals possess a unique combination of skills, including market analysis, vendor management, negotiation, and risk assessment. They should also have a deep understanding of supply chain dynamics and the ability to align procurement strategies with business goals.

2. Leverage Networks:Utilize professional networks and industry associations to connect with potential candidates. Networking events, conferences, and online platforms like LinkedIn are valuable resources for finding top talent.

3. Offer Competitive Packages:Attracting top talent requires offering competitive compensation packages. This includes not only salary but also benefits, bonuses, and opportunities for professional development. Have a Clear Set of Expectations and Challenges: Clearly define the strategic responsibilities and challenges of the role. Hiring strategic procurement candidates to perform tactical procurement tasks will result in high turnover, as they seek positions that better match their skills and career aspirations.

4. Have a Clear Career Path:Ensure that your organization provides a clear career path for strategic procurement professionals. Outline opportunities for advancement and professional growth within your company to attract ambitious and career-focused candidates.

Our efficient and targeted recruiting process allows us to fill positions promptly. Here's how we expedite your hiring timeline:

• Timely Candidate Submissions: We typically fill a role after 2-3 rounds of candidate submissions.
• Swift Decision-Making: We aim to be close to a hiring decision within four weeks.
• Faster Than Industry Average: Our process is 30% faster than the industry average, reducing downtime and keeping your operations running smoothly.
• High Retention Rate: We boast a 95% retention rate in the first year, ensuring long-term success and stability in your team.

   

• Influencing Factors: While factors like location and salary can affect the speed of the hiring process, our dedicated approach helps overcome these challenges efficiently.

By partnering with SCOPE Recruiting, you minimize your hiring timeline while securing top-tier talent tailored to your organization's needs.

Yes, we offer flexible search models designed to meet your specific hiring goals:

• Non-Exclusive Contingency Search (25% Fee): This pay-for-performance model allows you to work with multiple agencies and only pay a fee if we successfully place a candidate.
• Exclusive Contingency Search (20% Fee): When you partner with us exclusively for a role, we reduce our fee and commit additional resources and focused outreach. Our exclusivity period is only 30 days—we’re confident in our ability to deliver quickly and believe in earning your trust, not locking you into long-term commitments.
• Retained Executive Search: For senior leadership and confidential roles, we offer a retained search model customized to your timeline and hiring needs. Contact us to learn more about how we structure retained executive engagements.

We stand behind the quality of every candidate we place, and offer a structured guarantee to give you peace of mind:

 
• Entry to Mid-Level Roles: Every placement at these levels includes a 90-day replacement guarantee. If the candidate leaves or does not meet expectations within that window, we will re-initiate the search at no additional cost.
    
• Director-Level and Above: For senior leadership positions, we offer extended guarantee periods based on the role and scope of the search. These are discussed and tailored during the engagement process.

Our goal is long-term success—not just making a placement. If something doesn't work out during the guarantee period, we're committed to making it right, quickly and efficiently.

Ready to partner with a trusted supply chain recruiting firm? At SCOPE Recruiting, we’ve made it simple to get started and designed our recruiting process to ensure the best talent matches for your organization.

Getting Started: 5 Easy Steps

1. Contact Us: Reach out by phone at 256.384.5077 or email info@scoperecruiting.com to discuss your recruiting needs.
2. Schedule a Consultation: We’ll set up an initial consultation to understand your hiring goals, company culture, and role requirements.
3. Review Terms: We’ll go over our terms and conditions so expectations are clear and aligned.
4. Launch the Search: Once aligned, we begin our targeted recruiting process tailored specifically to your industry and needs.
5. Hire With Confidence: We’ll present top-tier candidates and guide you through every stage—from interview coordination to final offer and onboarding.

Our Proven Recruiting Process

1. In-Depth Consultation: We learn about your organization’s structure, challenges, and hiring objectives. We also provide relevant market insights to shape your search.
2. Custom Search Strategy: Using our proprietary network, industry knowledge, and advanced sourcing tools, we build a targeted search strategy aligned to your needs.
3. Candidate Presentation: We submit a curated shortlist, each with detailed notes and post-interview insights, to help you evaluate candidates beyond the resume.
4. Refinement & Feedback: We gather your feedback and refine the search as needed to ensure alignment with your expectations.
5. Interview Coordination: We handle scheduling and communication to streamline the interview process for both parties.
6. Offer Management: We assist in extending offers, handling negotiations, and coordinating reference and background checks.
7. Post-Hire Follow-Up: We stay in touch after placement to ensure satisfaction. If the placement doesn’t work out during the guarantee period, we’ll restart the search at no additional cost.