REASON FOR THE SEARCH

Ventoux were searching for a Business Development Manager in order to aid Rand Machines sales and also to bring in lots of new customers.

THE PRIVATE EQUITY FIRM

Ventoux Industrial Holdings is a broad-based manufacturing and industrial firm with a long term buy-and-hold strategy. Their resources and experience in the industry enable the firm to close transactions quickly, and immediately transition to the fun and rewarding work; bringing good companies to their fullest potential.

THE PORTFOLIO COMPANY

Rand Machine, a precision machine shop for custom build-to-print manufacturing services, has been providing complex parts for global corporations for over 7 decades.

THE SEARCH REQUIREMENTS

• Experience working at a $40Mn A&D company
• Defense contract experience
• Has experience winning business with Prime defense contractors and the Subcontractors
• Someone who regularly brings in $5M a year in new programs
• Win long term programs
• Machined + Fabricated A&D components experience
• Sales Engineer experience of 5+ years

THE RESULTS

The search for a Business Development Manager for Rand Machine was very successful, and Ventoux liked two of the candidates presented so much that they hired both of them. Both hired candidates will be bringing their experiences of working in a new and niche market to Rand Machine to bring in new customers and convert new sales. Since this search, Raw Selection has placed other C-suite executives with Ventoux Industrial Holdings’ portfolio companies, and are continuing on more of their searches for outstanding talent currently.

THE CLIENT'S THOUGHTS

"I have worked with many recruiting firms over the years, but Raw Selection is by far the best. Jack Burns is a model recruiter, efficient, knowledgeable, high energy... a pleasure to work with. No one likes to pay fees to hire employees, but the right person, in the right position, placed in a timely fashion, pays for itself."

Kurt Grimm, Operating Partner, Ventoux Industrial Holdings

THE CANDIDATE'S THOUGHTS

"During the extensive eight weeks of interviews, Jack was always very professional, accurate and relaxed in his discussion. I always knew Jack was working honestly on my behalf and I had thorough faith and trust in him throughout. Towards the end, as an offer was formulating, he provided great advice and guidance. He knew the folks on the 'other side' of the process and knew how to steer me in the right direction. Jack is personable, friendly, down-to-earth - a great fellow."

Robert Holmquist, New Business Development Manager, Rand Machine

GET IN TOUCH

About Raw Selection:Raw Selection favours a meticulous approach to candidate research. Our process for selecting the right candidate means we can boast a 100% success rate for all our retained clients, with 96% of placed candidates still in their role after 12 months.If you are looking for new talent for your manufacturing portfolio company, please get in contact with Jack today, at jack.burns@raw-selection.com