Critical hires should not fail.
We support hiring managers in procurement and supply chain when the decision is too important to get wrong.
When a role directly impacts margins, delivery, supplier access or growth, hiring is not a process.
It is a business decision.
Frank Godbersen & Partners is a Nordic Search and Hiring Support boutique focused on safe hiring decisions for critical leadership roles
The Situation
Many companies reach a point where Procurement and Supply Chain suddenly matter more.
Margins tighten. Supply risks increase. Growth depends on external partners.
But the role, mandate and expectations are often still designed for a different reality.
This is where hiring becomes risky.
THE PROBLEM:
Most hiring processes are built for stability.
But procurement and supply chain are no longer stable functions.
They are exposed to:
- geopolitical pressure
- supplier dependency
- cost volatility
- delivery risk
- growth expectations
At the same time, many roles are still defined based on an outdated reality.
The result is predictable.
Strong candidates enter unclear roles.
Mandates are fragmented.
Expectations are misaligned.
And the hire underdelivers — not because of capability, but because the decision was wrong.
We help in two ways
We work with two situations.
You either know what you need.
Or you don't.
Headhunting
When the role is clear
We define the mandate, map the relevant market and lead a focused search process.
We identify, assess and engage candidates across the Nordics and Europe, including profiles not actively in the market.
Result:
You hire the right person with speed and confidence.
Hiring Support
When clarity is missing
Many hiring mistakes are made before the search begins.
We help you define the role, understand the market and establish a solid decision basis before you hire.
Result:
You know exactly what you are looking for — before you start the search.
WHY US
- Direct access and response — same day
- First market insights within days, not weeks
- Access to relevant, often passive candidates across Nordics and Europe
- Structured decision support — not just candidate delivery
We do not run volume processes.
We work on a limited number of mandates where the outcome matters.
Typical Situations
We typically get involved when:
- A critical leadership role needs to be filled
- A previous hire did not deliver as expected
- The role has outgrown its original scope
- There is pressure on cost, risk, or growth
The situation requires a confidential process
Selected Client Cases
The Outcome
When a role is critical, hiring is not about filling a position.
It is about making the right business decision.
