A Global Executive Search Partner for the Paper Industry
Founded in 2008, Proco Group is a specialist executive recruitment partner for the global paper industry. We work with leading manufacturers, converters and material suppliers to identify and appoint senior leaders who drive operational performance, sustainability and innovation.
With deep expertise across procurement, supply chain, manufacturing and operations, our consultants deliver targeted executive searches that help clients strengthen resilience, efficiency and long-term growth.
Specialist Executive Recruitment for the Paper Sector
Market Expertise
The paper industry is transforming to meet the demands of sustainability, digitalisation and global supply challenges. Proco Group partners with businesses across printing, packaging, tissue, pulp and speciality paper to recruit leaders who can navigate regulatory pressures, rising costs and evolving consumer expectations.
We combine market insight with functional expertise to help clients attract executives who deliver commercial results and lead sustainable transformation.
Functional Focus
We recruit senior and executive-level professionals across the paper industry, including:
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Procurement and supply chain executives: overseeing sourcing strategies and supplier networks.
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Manufacturing and operations directors: enhancing efficiency, quality and production output.
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R&D and innovation leaders: developing advanced paper materials and sustainable technologies.
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Commercial and business development executives: driving growth and customer engagement.
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Engineering and technical leaders: optimising plant performance and process reliability.
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Sustainability and ESG leaders: leading environmental initiatives and circular economy goals.
A Trusted Global Partner for Paper Industry Executive Recruitment
Proco Group is the executive recruitment partner of choice for organisations across the global paper industry, including:
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Global paper and pulp manufacturers
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Packaging and converting companies
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Printing and speciality paper producers
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Recycling and fibre recovery firms
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Logistics and materials handling operators
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Private equity-backed industrial ventures
Every search is customised to reflect our clients’ business priorities, operational challenges and organisational culture, ensuring leadership appointments that deliver lasting impact.
Key Challenges in Paper Industry Executive Recruitment and How We Help
The paper industry faces significant operational and strategic challenges, from resource efficiency to sustainability transformation. Proco Group helps clients recruit the leaders who can address these issues and secure long-term competitiveness.
Five key challenges we address include:
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Supply chain stability: Recruiting leaders who strengthen networks and improve flexibility.
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Procurement transformation: Finding executives who deliver value-focused, sustainable sourcing.
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Operational efficiency: Appointing leaders who drive productivity and quality improvement.
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Innovation leadership: Placing executives who develop new materials and digital solutions.
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Sustainability leadership: Recruiting talent focused on circular production and emissions reduction.
Partner with Proco Group – Paper Industry Executive Recruitment
As a trusted partner for paper industry executive recruitment, Proco Group helps businesses appoint leaders who excel in procurement, supply chain, manufacturing and operations. Whether improving efficiency, driving innovation or advancing sustainability, we connect clients with executives who deliver measurable and enduring value.
Contact Proco Group today to discuss how our executive recruitment expertise can strengthen your paper industry 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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