The challenge

Emu was approached to conduct a number of highly critical searches as both Wesfarmers and the Bunnings executive team wanted to lift capability across key functions, as they embarked on a business-wide digital evolution program and broader M&A activity.

The roles

Chief Operating Officer

General Manager Human Resources

General Manager Supply Chain

General Manager Merchandise

General Manager Data & Analytics

General Manager Transformation

Head of Product & Digital

Head of Customer Solutions – Commercial x2

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Client
Solution

Emu was engaged and successfully delivered multiple searches including; Chief Operating Officer, General Manager HR, General Manager Supply Chain, General Manager Merchandise, Head of Product & Digital, Head of Data & Analytics, Head of Customer Solutions. Emu was pleased to announce the successful on-boarding of all candidates who were proactively targeted as part of both local and global searches.

Results


7x

Placements

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60%

Female success

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4

Weeks to complete

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50/50

Balanced shortlist

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Very innovative in the approach to identifying new talent. Commercial while solving critical, complex GM assignments

Mike Schneider - CEO, Bunnings
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Another perfect candidate delivered.

Andrew Poole
Chief Executive Officer
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They’re so easy to deal with and went to great lengths to provide detailed insights on the opportunity, provided prompt feedback and ultimately ensured a smooth process.

Joel O'Halloran
Chief Executive Officer, Data Centres
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As a client of Emu’s I found their approach to be beyond any that I had previously encountered from an executive recruiter.

Scott Bateman
Chief Executive Officer
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Emu is the first search firm I turn to when I’m recruiting leadership roles. They understand the calibre of candidates that I’m looking for and have great networks to access the very best in the market.

Andrew Murray
Chief Financial Officer
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I'd highly recommend Emu as an effective search partner to engage when searching for senior talent in the Marketing/Digital sector.

Lil Velis
Chief Customer Officer
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Style and cultural fit are also an important criteria in our executive team. I am delighted with the outcome of the search process, and would highly recommend Luke and the Partners at Emu Search for their ability to find extraordinary executive talent.

Libby Christie
Executive Director
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Very innovative in the approach to identifying new talent. Commercial while solving critical, complex GM assignments

Mike Schneider
Chief Executive Officer
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