Thriving Through Change: How the Right Talent Drives CPG M&A, Restructuring, and Spin Off Success
The consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry is in the midst of profound transformation. As market dynamics shift, major companies are restructuring, spinning off business units, and pursuing M&A to sharpen their focus and unlock growth.
From Kraft Heinz’s decision to split into two separate companies to a surge of portfolio realignments across the industry, it is clear: change is no longer the exception — it is the strategy.
Why Talent Matters More During Times of Change
Periods of M&A, divestitures, and spin offs can be make or break moments. They require leaders who can:
Navigate operational complexity and maintain business continuity
Integrate teams and cultures while sustaining performance
Drive transformation without losing momentum
These leaders must be strategic, resilient, and action oriented, with experience guiding companies through fast paced change and creating enterprise value.
How Consumer Connection Helps Companies Win These Moments
At Consumer Connection (ccinc.org), we have helped multiple CPG brands secure transformative talent who played pivotal roles in leading their organizations to successful acquisitions.
We target and place candidates who have:
Led organizations through mergers, carve outs, and private equity backed growth cycles
Scaled companies to acquisition readiness while maintaining operational excellence
Balanced strategic change with short term performance pressures
Because of our deep network and industry focus, we understand the rare mix of big company operational discipline and entrepreneurial agility needed to drive value creation in transitional environments. Our team includes Consumer Products Recruiters, CPG Recruiters, Consumer Packaged Goods Recruiters, Food & Beverage Recruiters, Supply Chain & Operations Recruiters, Natural Foods Recruiters, Natural Products Recruiters, Emerging Brands Recruiters, eCommerce Recruiters, Category Management Recruiters, Beauty Industry Recruiters, and Shopper Marketing Recruiters.
Building Teams That Attract Acquirers
The right talent can do more than stabilize your business — it can make it more attractive to investors and acquirers.
Whether you are restructuring to sharpen focus, spinning off a high growth division, or integrating an acquisition, your leadership team determines the trajectory. Partnering with a CPG specialized search firm gives you a strategic edge by ensuring you have the leaders who deliver results in high stakes environments.
Let’s Build Your Next Chapter
If your company is preparing for or navigating a spin off, restructuring, or M&A event, Consumer Connection can help you build the team to make it a success.
Visit ccinc.org to learn how we recruit leaders who know how to create value — and have the track records to prove it.
