An International Executive Search Partner for the Industrial Equipment Industry
Founded in 2008, Proco Group is a global executive search firm specialising in leadership recruitment for the industrial equipment industry. We partner with manufacturers, engineering businesses and service providers to appoint executives who drive innovation, efficiency and sustainable performance across complex global operations.
Our consultants bring deep expertise in procurement, supply chain, manufacturing and operations – ensuring each search delivers leaders capable of managing risk, improving productivity and supporting long-term growth.
Strategic Executive Search for the Industrial Equipment Sector
Market Expertise
The industrial equipment sector is transforming rapidly, driven by digitalisation, automation and sustainability demands. Proco Group works with clients to recruit leaders who can navigate this evolution, ensuring operational excellence and commercial success in a highly competitive global market.
We support businesses throughout the full value chain – from design and engineering through to production, distribution and aftermarket services – aligning leadership capability with strategic objectives.
Functional Focus
We recruit senior and executive-level professionals across all major functions in the industrial equipment sector, including:
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Procurement and supply chain executives: leading supplier development, logistics and sourcing optimisation.
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Manufacturing and operations directors: improving production performance, cost efficiency and quality.
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Engineering and technical leaders: advancing innovation, automation and process enhancement.
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Commercial and business development executives: driving growth, partnerships and global expansion.
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Aftermarket and service leaders: maximising customer retention and equipment lifecycle value.
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Sustainability and ESG directors: embedding responsible practices and energy efficiency.
A Trusted Global Partner for Industrial Equipment Executive Search
Proco Group partners with organisations across the global industrial equipment landscape, including:
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Heavy machinery and capital equipment manufacturers
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Automation, robotics and control system providers
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Electrical and mechanical engineering firms
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Construction and materials handling businesses
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Energy and infrastructure equipment producers
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Private equity-backed industrial technology ventures
Each search is fully tailored to our clients’ strategic goals, operational priorities and company culture, ensuring every appointment delivers long-term, measurable impact.
Key Challenges in Industrial Equipment Executive Search and How We Help
The industrial equipment sector faces increasing pressure to balance efficiency, innovation and sustainability while managing complex supply chains. Proco Group helps clients address these challenges through targeted, insight-driven executive search.
Five key challenges we address include:
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Supply chain resilience: Recruiting leaders who ensure continuity and agility across global networks.
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Procurement transformation: Finding executives who drive strategic, transparent sourcing initiatives.
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Operational efficiency: Appointing leaders who optimise manufacturing and improve productivity.
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Digital transformation: Placing executives who implement automation and data-driven operations.
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Sustainability leadership: Recruiting talent committed to responsible, low-impact industrial practices.
Partner with Proco Group – Industrial Equipment Executive Search
As specialists in industrial equipment executive search, Proco Group connects clients with senior leaders who deliver operational excellence, commercial success and sustainable growth. Whether transforming manufacturing, strengthening procurement or building resilient supply chains, we help industrial businesses secure the right leadership for long-term success.
Contact Proco Group today to discuss how our executive search expertise can support your industrial equipment organisation.
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Established in 2008, Proco Group are international Executive Search and Advisory partners, with offices in London, Brighton, Singapore, Hong Kong, New York, Houston & Mexico City.
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