The Art of Overseas Recruitment: A Success Story from an International Manufacturer

Our client is a multinational company with a widespread presence in manufacturing, sales, and service operations across the globe. They approached MAU seeking assistance after securing new business opportunities outside the United States. While some positions could be filled internally, the surge in business necessitated the recruitment of experienced external candidates. These positions required a combination of technical expertise and strong interpersonal skills.

Due to the international nature of the positions, the client lacked an established recruitment process to fill them. Moreover, headcount changes and unforeseen alterations to the business plan resulted in a lengthy interview process. Adding to the complexity was the fact that many countries outside the United States mandated an extended work separation notice period of one to three months. Additionally, language requirements (proficiency in English and the respective native tongue) posed an additional challenge.

The objective was to establish a standardized process for recruitment, qualification, and selection that would minimize lead time and ensure uninterrupted business operations.

Creating Unique Solutions for a Unique Situation

Through a phased approach, MAU helped the client meet all new business commitments.

MAU developed standardized processes and tools to streamline the recruitment efforts. Our recruiters worked tirelessly, providing flexibility to both candidates and clients. Leveraging the network of NPAworldwide recruiting affiliates, we utilized social media, professional groups, and connections with international trade associations to identify top-tier external candidates. The partnership with NPAworldwide played a vital role in successfully fulfilling the client’s requirements.

Collaborating closely with the client, MAU designed a tailored submittal form for the positions. This form ensured clear expectations were set for candidates right from the beginning of the hiring process. By employing multiple assessment tools, including behavioral interviews and technical qualifications, MAU successfully assisted the client in filling 14 high-level positions across 8 different countries, meeting targeted on-boarding dates. Additionally, we created a pool of over 20 viable candidates for future consideration.

Triumph in Overseas Recruitment

The result of these combined efforts was an efficient and effective recruitment process that allowed us to fill critical positions promptly. More importantly, by filling these positions, we ensured that business operations continued uninterrupted. This meant that the company could focus on its core functions and objectives, without worrying about gaps in its workforce.

In conclusion, this successful recruitment effort highlighted the power of strategic planning, a strong network, and effective collaboration in meeting business commitments. It serves as a testament to what we at MAU, together with our clients, can achieve when we work towards a common goal.