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
"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.
Cindy is an absolute professional who is able to effectively manage multiple sales people as well as major corporate accounts. she is extremely organized and focused on sales deliverables. I highly recommend Cindy in any sales or sales management capasity.
Senior Business Advisor
Tom L.
Builds a relationship for a lifetime, not just for the immediate term, shows how much she really cares about the individual.
Sr. Director of Product Development
Michael G.
Cindy is one the most thoughtful and thorough talent professionals I have ever had the pleasure of working with. First and foremost, Cindy ensures that her client feels comfortable and informed throughout the entire candidate experience, providing guidance before every interview and debriefing at the conclusion of each. She makes her candidate feel like they are the only candidate she is working with and always makes the time to answer questions and seeks answers on your behalf. Anyone that utilizes Cindy's services can be rest assured that they are in the most capable of hands and that the experience will be top notch. Thank you Cindy for everything that you've done to advance my career and aspirations.
Director, Global Talent Management
Calvin N.
From start to finish Cindy was there for me every step of the way. The company I was interviewing with truly respected and thought highly of her referrals. She always made herself available to me and had valuable input and feedback for every phase of the interview process. She made a normally tedious and sometimes frustrating process smooth and enjoyable. She was, without a doubt a very integral part of my hiring! I strongly endorse Cindy and her firm for all your recruiting needs.
Manufacturing Account Manager
Peter W.
Cindy is very professional when I took a temporary position with CB & Associates. She is very upfront to the point and easy to work with. I hope that I can continue to work with her. I would highly recommend her to my friends and family that are seeking employment. I am currently working at Hitachi Automotive in their Customer Service Department.
Customer Service Representative for the Aftermarket Division
Patricia R.
Cindy was such a great recruiter to work with. From the initial phone call to the offer from the company, it was a positive and seamless experience. The interview process can be daunting and Cindy was so helpful throughout; she was both transparent and provided great feedback. She made sure my offer had everything on my "wish list." I highly recommend CB & Associates!
Director, Retail Development
Farah B.
Cindy is an excellent recruiter to partner with. She really works with you through the process by getting to know you and understanding your needs, coaching, providing the required information, and keeping you informed along the way. I really appreciate all her efforts on my behalf and feel lucky to have met her.
Estate Sales Consultant
Stacy B.