The consumer and retail sector is one of the most complex and fast-changing areas of our economy.
On the one hand, sales and procurement markets are becoming increasingly global, prices for raw materials are fluctuating, and product lifecycles are becoming ever shorter. On the other, consumers’ desires and needs are changing and price-sensitivity is increasing. In the meantime, the consolidation of the consumer goods industry and retail continues unabated, while pressure from the capital markets remains high. To be successful in this environment, you need to attract and retain the best executives, who are capable of meeting these demands in every way.
Our clients include international corporations, small and medium-sized companies, firms listed on the stock exchange and family-run businesses as well as private equity portfolio companies. Our in-depth knowledge of the structure of the European non-food and food sector from the perspective of both retailers and manufacturers guarantees the high quality of our work. The Heads! Consumer / Retail practice has extensive expertise in the following market segments:
Apparel
- Fashion
- Sports
- Bodywear
- Shoes
- Food / beverage
- Cosmetics / OTC
- Detergents
- DIY
- Household appliances
- Games / stationery
- Sports equipment
- Consumer electronics
- Multichannel / e-commerce
- Hardware and DIY stores
- Purchasing cooperatives
- Specialist stores
- Food retail (incl. discounters)
- Watches & jewellery
- Apparel
- Leather goods
Thanks to our extensive pool of candidates, we can find the right person for the position within 90 days. With more than 150 search requests per year, 50% of which are international, Heads! is one of the leading executive search companies in Europe in this area of business. We are specialized in filling vacant positions for first and second-level executives.
