From the Line to Leadership: How to Build Internal Talent Pipelines That Work

In today’s competitive labor market, the smartest manufacturers and distributors aren’t just hiring for today, they’re building for tomorrow. And one of the most overlooked yet powerful strategies for long-term success is developing internal talent pipelines that actually work.

Jaime Howley
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This month’s top talent!

C-Suite Marketing, Operations & Sales Executive • Western NY/Remote

This candidate is a dynamic C-suite executive with over 20 years of experience driving growth, brand transformation, and strategic innovation across Fortune 500, PE-backed, and not-for-profit organizations. With a proven track record in healthcare, retail, and CPG, they have consistently delivered measurable results in revenue growth, marketing impact, and organizational leadership. Recognized on the 2024 RBJ Health Care Power List, they bring visionary leadership and a strong ability to align boards and teams around ambitious growth strategies.

Technical Writer • Rochester, NY

A seasoned and strategic technical writer with extensive experience in developing and editing documentation across various industries, including engineering and legal services. Specializing in crafting user guides, SOPs and quick start manuals, the candidate tailors content for both technical and non-technical audiences. Skilled in interviewing subject matter experts, audience analysis, and content development, with a focus on clarity, consistency, and visual enhancement. Experienced with SharePoint, WordPress, Adobe FrameMaker, JIRA, Salesforce, and the Microsoft Office suite. Additionally, founded a business to help entrepreneurs streamline operations through clear, structured process documentation. Holds a Master’s in Technical Communication and a Bachelor’s in English Language and Literature, and is an active member of the Society for Technical Communication.

Executive Director/CEO • Rochester, NY

Strategic nonprofit executive with 15+ years of experience leading high-impact operations and building mission-driven teams. Brings expertise in program development, healthcare partnerships, and financial sustainability. Proven track record overseeing multimillion-dollar budgets, driving operational efficiency, and implementing innovative solutions to strengthen organizational effectiveness. Passionate about fostering inclusive, high-performing cultures while advancing long-term growth and mission alignment.

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This month’s hot jobs!

Director of Enterprise Infrastructure, Higher Education

The Director of Enterprise Infrastructure will play a pivotal role in designing and executing the college’s IT infrastructure strategy. This includes overseeing cloud services, enterprise platforms, data center operations, and identity management while ensuring reliability, security, and alignment with the institution’s academic and administrative objectives.
Location: Greater Cleveland

Vice President of Advancement, Nonprofit (Animal Welfare Focus)

The VP of Advancement will engage in the research, planning, implementation, and evaluation of all fundraising activities and marketing/communications activities necessary to build awareness of the vision, values, programs and services, and achievements of the organization.
Location: Rochester, NY

Vice President of Development & Marketing, Nonprofit (Human Services)

The primary purpose of this role is to develop and execute comprehensive fundraising and marketing strategies, cultivating relationships with stakeholders, leading marketing initiatives, and overseeing internal and external communications to ensure delivery of quality services in accordance with our governing bodies; Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD), the Department of Health (DOH), and the Department of Labor (DOL) at all times.
Location: Rochester, NY

Operations Manager/Dental Practice Manager, Operations

The Dental Practice Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily non-clinical operations of a well-established dental implant practice. This leadership role ensures seamless coordination between administrative and clinical teams, fosters a positive and productive work culture, and supports the Practice Owner in scaling the practice.
Location: Annapolis, MD

Chief People Officer, Human Resources

As the Chief People Officer (CPO), you will be part of the Executive Team of an established consulting firm, reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). In this role, you will lead a team that supports the mission to be a workplace where bright, ambitious people want to stay, grow, and do the best work of their careers. Like the best companies, our client operates with intention, treating people right, and focusing on paced growth over a mindset of growth-at-all-costs. Our client wants to build a company that lasts forever, one person at a time.
Location: Albuquerque, NM

Quality Manager, Manufacturing

The Quality Manager position with a leading aerospace, defense, and consumer electronics manufacturer will oversee all aspects of the Quality Department to guarantee the integrity of products and processes. You will also work in collaboration with the Director of Quality and Information Systems to support key strategic initiatives and business objectives.
Location: Rochester, NY

Senior Quality Engineer, Manufacturing

The Senior Quality Engineer position with a leading aerospace, defense, and consumer electronics manufacturer is responsible for monitoring and reporting on the quality of manufactured optical components. This role frequently interacts with customers for quality-related matters and interprets and assesses product adherence to quality-related component specifications.
Location: Rochester, NY

Wealth Advisor

A well-respected financial services firm is seeking a Wealth Advisor to service an existing book of business and help clients achieve their financial goals through tailored plans and products. This role offers a hands-on opportunity to work alongside Senior Advisors in a collaborative, client-focused environment within the wealth management space.
Location: Rochester, NY

Client Service Associate

A well-respected financial services firm is hiring a Client Service Assistant to enhance operational efficiency and support strong client relationships. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a client-focused, team-oriented environment and brings strong organizational skills to support financial advisors.
Location: Rochester, NY

Quality Assurance Manager

This role oversees all food safety and quality programs, including managing QA technicians, handling customer complaints, and maintaining compliance with HACCP, SQF, FDA, and USDA standards. The QA Manager will also lead audits, microbiological programs, and GMP training to ensure product and process integrity. Strong leadership experience in a food manufacturing environment and formal food safety certifications are essential.
Location: North Kingstown, RI

Operations Director

A fast-growing, multi-location dental group in the Chicagoland area is seeking a dynamic Director of Operations to lead daily operations, enhance performance across seven practices, and support rapid expansion. This role is ideal for a results-driven leader with strong experience in dental practice management and a passion for building scalable systems in a high-growth environment.
Location: Chicago, IL

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