Stiles Associates

This week, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our clients, candidates and partners whose trust and collaboration have been instrumental in transforming companies and advancing careers for over 30 years. Your commitment to excellence and innovation inspires us every day, and we're deeply thankful for the opportunity to work with such dedicated and talented individuals. Happy Thanksgiving! #ExecutiveSearch #Thanksgiving

As we kick off the first week of the holiday season ...

The last quarter of the year is the perfect time to address hiring needs. That may seem counterintuitive, but kicking off a search for top leadership talent right now automatically puts companies ahead of the competition while wisely addressing a budget surplus or spending allocations that soon expire. #ExecutiveSearch #Recruiting #Hiring #HolidaySeason

The latest Lean Blog Interviews podcast just dropped! Listen to Mark Graban and TBM Consulting Group CEO Bill Remy talk about driving growth through continuous improvement, and what's it like turning around struggling plants. #Lean #Podcast #ContinuousImprovement

View the details for this CI leader and submit your resume if you feel you're a fit: THE COMPANY Our client is in cyber-physical solutions. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES 1) Drive end-to-end Lean transformation projects, including planning, implementation and evaluation phases. 2) Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify improvement opportunities and develop comprehensive Lean strategies aligned with organizational goals. 3) Analyze existing processes, identify inefficiencies and implement Lean methodologies to streamline workflows, reduce waste and enhance productivity. 4) Develop and deliver training programs on Lean principles, tools and techniques to build capability and empower employees to drive improvement at all levels of the organization. 5) Provide guidance and support to stakeholders at all levels to ensure buy-in and successful implementation of lean initiatives. 6) Help establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of lean initiatives. Monitor progress and track performance metrics.   POSITION REQUIREMENTS 1) Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, operations management or a related field; master’s preferred. 2) Five-plus years of experience leading both Lean improvements in a reputable organization following a formal management systems approach. 3) Deep knowledge of and hands-on experience training and implementing TPS-based business systems. 4) Industry background that includes working in project-based / engineered-to-order, low volume / high mix and metals manufacturing environments. #ExecutiveSearch #Recruiting #CI #ContinuousImprovement #Hiring

Roland Berger's research indicates that nearshoring has shifted from a strategic choice to a critical necessity. Do you have the leadership in place to properly execute a nearshoring strategy? If not, shoot us a message on Linkedin and let's get started. #ExecutiveSearch #Recruiting #Nearshoring #SupplyChain

New open role on our website: TITLE Information Technology Director CLIENT Wine producer POSITION REQUIREMENTS Seven to 10 years of experience managing, capacity planning, maintaining and supporting physical and virtualized environments. Proven experience working with data centers, closely engaging/working with third party vendors and integrations. Success in project management of complex and medium-term projects. Management of vendors for support agreements and managed services for infrastructure, including procurement, license management and SLA monitoring. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders. Demonstrated leadership. #ExecutiveSearch #Recruiting #IT #Hiring

The holiday season is traditionally a time for relaxation and celebration, but did you know it can also be the perfect time for a significant life change, like relocating for a new job? Our latest blog post explores why the festive period might be the best time to make a move. 🔹 Lower housing and relocation costs: With lower home prices and moving costs, the holiday season offers financial advantages that can make your relocation more affordable. 🔹 Time to settle into a new role: Starting a new job during the quieter holiday period allows you to ease into your role and build relationships in a more relaxed environment. 🔹 Family benefits: Moving during school holidays can be less disruptive for children, offering a fresh start at a symbolic midpoint of the school year. Discover more about why relocating during the holidays could be the best decision for your career and family. #ExecutiveSearch #Recruiting #Relocation

In case you missed last week's release of the Lean Blog Interviews podcast ...

At Stiles Associates, we recognize the invaluable skills and experiences that veterans bring to the table. So today, we honor our clients and candidates whose commitment to service and ability to lead make them the backbone of companies across the globe – from the boardrooms to the shop floors and everywhere in between. #VeteransDay #ExecutiveSearch