A Selection of Global Case Studies

De Monchy International

Expert-Led Recruitment: Navigating a Niche Market

De Monchy, a market consulting partner and distributor specialising in chemical and natural raw materials, sought Listgrove's assistance in recruiting a Product and Sales Manager. When De Monchy acquired Integrated Chemicals, they took on their recommendation to work with Listgrove following a successful partnership in the past. De Monchy faced challenges in filling a highly specialised wax sales specialist role in Germany, contending with a niche talent pool and budget constraints. They sought Listgrove’s expertise due to our deep understanding of the chemical and raw materials sectors and our strong track record in niche recruitment.

How Listgrove supported

The complexity of the wax sales specialist role required a recruitment partner with industry-specific knowledge, access to a highly specialised talent pool and a consultative approach to navigating market challenges.

From the outset, we worked closely with De Monchy to refine their candidate criteria and set realistic expectations. Initially, they were open to a broader CASE (Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants, and Elastomers) candidate profile. However, as the search progressed, it became clear that specialised wax sales expertise was essential. Demonstrating our flexibility and commitment, we revisited the market to identify candidates with the precise skill set required.

Our proactive approach provided De Monchy with valuable market insights, helping them make informed decisions throughout the process. By offering guidance on key priorities and aligning the search with market realities, we ensured they secured the right candidate while optimising their hiring strategy.

What Candidates Say

"Very good and easy communication and constant support for every question. Perfect organisation and flexibility was given. I received the appropriate information for each step and felt very well looked after. The process was very structured and my questions and comments were addressed personally. I was able to focus on the individual interviews."

Product and Sales Manager - De Monchy NL 

What Clients Say

"We were seeking to identify qualified candidates for a number of wax-related positions. Despite a thorough and professional recruitment process, we ultimately faced the challenge of a very limited talent pool in this specific niche.

Our experience with Listgrove stood out due to their deep understanding of the industry and their proactive, consultative approach. Unlike previous processes, Listgrove acted not just as a recruitment partner, but as a true sparring partner—challenging our assumptions, providing valuable market intelligence, and
actively thinking with us throughout the search. They were genuinely engaged with the content of the roles and demonstrated a strong commitment to finding the right fit, even in a highly specialised and competitive market.

We found Listgrove’s approach to be comprehensive and well-structured, particularly appreciating their role as a sparring partner throughout the recruitment process. Their ability to challenge us constructively, share market insights, and adapt the search strategy where needed was of great value. At this stage, we do not see any immediate need for additional services, as their current level of involvement already goes beyond that of a typical recruitment partner."

HR Manager - De Monchy International