Leadership Search for Manufacturing, Distribution & Growth-Focused Companies
CB & Associates partners with companies that need leaders who can improve performance, strengthen teams, and create traction in complex operating environments. Our work focuses on leadership roles that shape execution, profitability, growth, and long-term business value across manufacturing, distribution, supply chain, and related sectors.
Unlike broad-market recruiting firms, CB & Associates brings a senior-led, consultative approach to executive, VP-level, and critical director-level searches where the right leader must align with both the role and the business need behind it.
When the Role Is Hard to Define, Start Here
CB & Associates is often brought in when a company knows something needs to change, but the role has not yet been fully defined. This is common in manufacturing, distribution, and supply chain environments facing growth pressure, leadership turnover, stalled performance, operational gaps, or private-equity-driven change.
In those situations, we help clarify the business need, define the leadership gap, and shape the search before approaching the market.
Our process is built around alignment, targeted search, thoughtful candidate evaluation, and high-touch management through hire — not resume flow or candidate volume. That perspective makes CB & Associates a stronger search partner for companies building leadership teams that need to improve performance and support long-term growth.
Testimonials
What Our Clients Are Saying
Cindy is one of the most hard working people I have ever met. Cindy and I have worked together for over two year starting when she recruited me and help me land my current position. Currently Cindy and I still have a great working relationship she is currently a recruiter for our company and I continue to have great respect for her professionalism, efffectiveness and most importantly her honesty.
Senior Director Human Resources
Norma R.
I met Cindy through the local PIHRA chapter after being laid off from Driftwood Dairy. I feverishly sent out my resume letting everyone on the planet know I was searching for new opportunities. Cindy contacted me and shared that she was interested in submitting my resume for the HR Director position with the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. I was excited when I met and interviewed with the President/CEO and even more excited when I was offered the role. I have been with the Food Bank for almost 16 years and Cindy was God-sent to help me land the job of a lifetime. Since then, Cindy has helped the Food Bank with other roles and shared great industry expertise. Thank you, Cindy, for all you do, congratulations on 25 years! Keep doing what you do best!
Director of Human Resources
Alice C.
"I’ve had the privilege of partnering with Cindy for over a decade in recruiting top sales talent on a national level. Her ability to identify and deliver high-performing candidates has been instrumental in building and strengthening my teams. Beyond just filling roles, Cindy has been a trusted advisor—providing invaluable insights into market trends, industry challenges, and the evolving talent landscape. Her transparency, deep understanding of what’s needed, and proactive communication make her an exceptional partner. Our continued success is a direct reflection of her expertise, dedication, and commitment to excellence."
Senior Vice President of Sales
Tracy R.
I have had the opportunity to work with Cindy multiple times while employed at Grainger. Cindy's services were utilized in a recruiting, sourcing and research capacity in tough to fill markets. Her results were consistently on target. Cindy is very personable and she displays the values of ethics, integrity and a genuine concern for all individuals she interacts with. Cindy is a true professional in her field.
Talent Acquisition Recruiter, Operations
Vicky L.
Cindy was an absolute pleasure to work with along our journey. She showed passion, patience and persistent during the time I have been working with her. She understands what the Employers needs are and knows if the candidate is a good fit almost immediately! When we first spoke she didn’t promise anything that was not delivered, that is very rare. In a quick turn world I feel she took the time to get to know me personally and I never felt like she was just trying to plug me in and move on and I really appreciate that!! I would recommend any serious professionals looking for more than just a recruiter to reach out and see the difference. Thanks for everything CB!!!!
U.S East Commercial Manager
Stephan J.
Cindy is one of the best recruiters I have ever known. As a Human Resources manager, I relied on her expertise for over 20 years, and today, I am proud to call her a friend. Cindy's honesty, warmth, and genuine care for people have always stood out. Throughout my career as an HR practitionerfrom Manager to VP in the manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution sectors with companies like CalComp, Springs Industries, and VansCindy was an invaluable asset. She consistently made me look good by bringing in the right people, even before the era of the Internet!
Human Resources Manager
Jacquelyn T.
Cindy is a very energetic and professional Recruiter. She has extensive Retail Recruiting background and a vast network of professional executives. Cindy understands her client needs and spends valuable time to select the best talent. Cindy is very thorough with her work in communicating and ensuring that the recruitment and on-boarding process is positive. She is a Recruiter that I recommend highly and will think of her first to outsource Recruitment needs. Regards, Maria R. Peña, SPHR
Director of Human Resources
Maria D.
Cindy did a great job of matching me for an executive opening she had in my industry. She reached out to me directly and clearly explained the position, my potential fit, and the benefits that could come with a career change after 10+ years. She then guided me through the interview process while working to ensure that not only was I a fit for her client but that here client was a fit for me. I felt like more than someone she was simply placing to fill a position. She continues to follow up with me even now, post transition to my new career. I highly recommend Cindy and her firm for any staffing needs you may have and absolutely recommend her for guiding you through any potential career changes you may have in play.
Director - Business Development
Neil P.