Tailored recruitment
A bespoke recruitment strategy for Crown Decorating Centres
Brief
An embedded hiring partner
Crown Paints, with its impressive heritage dating back to 1777, is an esteemed name in the paint industry. With an expanding network of over 145 Crown Decorating Centres, a robust growth plan, and an established leadership team, they were looking for a reliable recruitment partner to support team expansions, including new branch openings, strengthening existing branches, field sales, and head office roles.
Since 2014, Venture Recruitment has been working in close partnership with Crown Paints, dedicating our service, care, and commitment to bringing top-tier talent to their team. Challenges have included meeting tight hiring deadlines (especially for new branches) and sourcing talent in geographical areas where finding the right candidates can sometimes be difficult.
Professional and personal recruitment
Solution
Our deep understanding of the trade merchant sector allowed us to quickly identify the right talent pools. We implemented a streamlined process, culminating in a business plan presentation to key decision makers, all within a tight two-week timeframe.
Collaborating with the Crown Paints team has always been a pleasure, making the process seamless and enjoyable. In addition to sourcing sector-specific candidates, we also sought talented individuals with transferable skills and a culture fit, ensuring they could grow into their roles at Crown.
100 successful branch manager hires
Impact
Our ongoing partnership with Crown Paints has led to over 100 successful branch manager hires since 2014, along with numerous regional manager and head office positions. We have successfully staffed all new branch openings with a complete team, solidifying our position as a trusted recruitment partner. The journey so far has been a testament to our dedication to delivering the best talent while fostering close, lasting relationships with our clients.
