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Appointing the Leader to Scale a Global Citrus Portfolio
A Global VP of Citrus required to scale a global specialty ingredients portfolio for a high growth corporate, who required deep knowledge of a highly specialised technology alongside exceptional leadership capability.
THE CHALLENGE
The citrus industry continues to face significant challenges, particularly the declining availability of raw material, which has placed increasing pressure on innovation, product development, demand, and sustainability.
To navigate this complex environment and lead the next stage of growth, the company needed to appoint anexecutive to lead the Global Citrus Portfolio. This leader would require:
- Deep technical and product expertise in citrus
- The ability to guide innovation in a constrained market
- Business & commercial acumen to manage a global P&L
- Strong leadership skills to evolve the business through ongoing industry challenges and ensure future growth and resilience
THE SOLUTION
Miramar executed a comprehensive market mapping exercise, analysing the structures and functions of global citrus flavor manufacturers, as well as analogous talent pools such as closely aligned flavor portfolio leaders and the citrus processors, and the .
We provided the client with a detailed assessment of the most relevant executive profiles, ranging from Flavourists, to Product Management Leaders, and General Managers helping to clarify which capabilities would be most effective in leading the business through its next phase.
This insight-driven approach ensured alignment on not only the technical requirements but also the strategic leadership attributes critical for long-term success.
THE RESULT
The search concluded with the appointment of the Global VP Citrus. This individual brought unparalleled technical experience, credibility and product knowledge in Citrus flavors.
The impact
By appointing a globally recognised flavourist, the company secured the technical leadership needed to navigate raw material challenges and strengthen its position as an innovator in citrus.
This decision ensured continuity of expertise, enabled innovation-led growth, and positioned the business for long-term resilience in a volatile and resource-constrained market.
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