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COVER STORY
How to fill the talent pipeline:
Solutions to the HR squeeze
 Second of two parts
Job One for human resources departments is recruiting the best people for their companies. But too many HR people are tied up doing paperwork instead of building the diverse talent networks their organizations need to compete, experts say.
"There are solutions," says Michael Carrillo, president of CPGjoblist. "Increased authority and access can give recruiters better insights into current and future hiring needs. Increased pay can reduce HR turnover. Better tools and training can increase HR's productivity. Outsourcing and technology can free HR departments from the burdens of bureaucracy. What HR managers need most are the resources to build candidate networks for the long haul." MORE
'PAY IT FORWARD' SPECIALPurchase a "3 for 2" job package, and we'll pay it foward by giving a free job to another company referred by you. When the new company uses their free job, you'll get a free job too. Call Michael Carrillo at (626) 535-0143 to claim your sweet deal. Osmar Rodriguez  Logistics Management
Miami
EXPERIENCE
Senior vice president of commercial logistics and operations with extensive international expertise. Accomplished, results-driven marketing professional with more than 19 years experience in all levels of global supply chain management, including export and import compliance activities, transportation, warehousing, fiscal policies, product and business development, contract manufacturing, strategic planning, and customer service Consistent record of cutting costs and delivering increased value to customers. Bilingual, U.S. residency.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Responsible for overseeing all supply chain activities for the Northern, Caribbean and Central American Regions of Arcor Group, a $1.8 billion food manufacturing and distribution company. Worked with sales and marketing to launch new products and bring all cross-functional teams together. Reported to Americas CEO and orchestrated international supply chain activities.
RECENT POSITION
VP, Logistics and Operations,
Northern, Caribbean and Central American Regions
Arcor Group, 2002-present
EDUCATION
Postgraduate Diploma, International Trade
Universidad de Santiago de Chile
IN HIS OWN WORDS
"Seeking a senior global supply chain position in a high growth corporation to transition my enthusiasm, experience, leadership and organizational skills. Guaranteed contributions will comprise cost savings, ease of learning and efficiencies in all levels of the supply chain management with focus on execution, security and process orientation, and continuous improvement."
CPGJOBLIST APPRAISAL
"Osmar is a high achiever with a shirt-sleeve, hands on approach always willing to try new approaches. Personable and good natured, he relates easily to people at all levels, working alone or as part of a team. Osmar is resourceful, flexible, analytical and innovative."
Posted 10/2/06 by CPGjoblist. Contact Michael Carrillo for a free referral to this candidate, (626) 535-0143.
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DIVERSITY NEWS: Wal-Mart has announced the establishment of its Employment Practices Advisory Panel and the appointment of the panel's first two members, with one or two yet to be named. Wal-Mart spokesperson John Simley said the full panel would start work "very soon." While internal diversity councils are common, DiversityInc. notes that only 30 percent of its Top 50 Companies for Diversity have external diversity councilsHispanic or Latino? While some use the two terms interchangeably, there is a difference, says Answers.com. The term Hispanic can refer to Spanish-speaking people and culture in both hemispheres, while Latinos refers exclusively to those of Latin American descent. There are nearly 42 million Hispanics in the U.S.; 64 percent are of Mexican descent.
WELCOME ABOARD! CPGjoblist welcomes American Express, Cardinal Nutrition, Morton Salt and Weyerhaeuser to its growing roster of CPG/retail clients. For the complete list visit CPGjoblist.com.
RETAIL ROUNDUP: Moves by Wal-Mart and Target to offer dramatically discounted prices on hundreds of generic drugs "signals a potential turning point" in how much uninsured U.S. consumers pay for medication, Newsday reports. Wal-Mart is offering the discount in its 65 Florida stores but plans to spread the program nationwide by the end of 2007Ahold NV of Amsterdam may get a CEO appointed by Brussels-based Delhaize Group if the two companies agree to a merger, Progressive Grocer reports. Sale of Ahold’s U.S. operations is still being discussed, according to PG sourcesThe National Retail Federation predicts total holiday retail sales will rise 5 percent from last year, with consumers spending $457.4 billion. While the growth is higher than the average gain over the last 10 years, retailers were hoping for more, according to MarketingDaily. Experts cited weakness in the housing market for the relatively soft sales forecast.
CONSUMER-CENTRIC: Merchandising activity has declined in more than half of all CPG categories as CPG marketers "begin to recognize that more is not always better with respect to merchandising," according to a September report from IRI. The CPGjoblist client said "competition for shrinking grocery display space is intensifying for several categories. With nearly one million individual consumer packaged goods CPG itemsretailers and manufacturers must begin to cut through this clutter by simplifying the shopping experience," with a consumer-centric approach, IRI said.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS: For the National Association of Convenience Stores, Oct. 8 in Las Vegas; Nightclub & Bar Food & Beverage Expo, Oct. 10 Atlantic City; Supply Side West, Oct. 18-20 in Las Vegas; IDF World Dairy Congress, Oct. 20 in Shanghai; InterBev 2006; Oct. 23-25 in Las Vegas; National Society of Hispanic MBAs Conference and Career Expo, Oct. 26-28 in Cincinnati; the Pack and Process Expos, Oct. 29-Nov. 2 in Chicago; Americas Food & Beverage Show and Conference, Nov. 8-10 in Miami Beach; and the Private Label Manfuacturers Association Private Label Trade Show, Nov. 12-14 in Rosemont, IL. See CPGjoblist’s Calendar for more events and updates.
ON THE MOVE: Miller Brewing CEO Norman Adami will take a new post as head of SABMiller Americas. He will be succeeded by Chief Marketing Officer Tom Long. Nick Fell has been named group marketing director for Miller. The brewer also announced the appointment of Mark Green as its new head of diversityInformation Resources Inc. has named Andrew Salzman executive vice president and global chief marketing officer. Prior to joining IRI, Salzman headed corporate marketing at Siebel Systems...Lands' End named former Gap, Inc., executive Gerard Cunningham chief marketing officerAlain Barbet has been promoted to president and chief executive officer at Pernod Ricard USA...Beam Global Spirits & Wine has named John Muller interim global chief marketing officer while the company looks for a successor to Beth Bronner...Send your company news to editor@cpgjoblist.com.
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