🎯 Proven Track Record
High success rate in director and VP-level placements across manufacturing, technology, and industrial sectors. We understand the motivations, compensation expectations, and career considerations that drive executive decisions.
⚖️ Strategic Judgment
15+ years of experience identifying not just technical fit, but cultural alignment and long-term potential. We assess candidates' leadership style, growth trajectory, and organizational impact—the factors that determine placement success.
🔍 Strategic Search Orchestration
We combine 15+ years of recruitment judgment with systematic search methodology to navigate inaccessible talent pools. We don't just deliver names—we deliver the intelligence needed to land the hire in specialized industrial and technology markets.
Why Companies Choose RecruitSeed
"Scott understood the nuances of what we needed in a VP of Technology—not just technical skills, but someone who could navigate our unique wood products manufacturing environment. His judgment about cultural fit was spot-on."
Michael ChenCEO, Manufacturing Company
"We'd worked with multiple recruiters on this Director-level data role without success. Scott immediately identified why our search was failing and found a candidate in a source company we hadn't considered. His experience in manufacturing analytics made all the difference."
Jennifer MartinezVP of Operations, Building Materials Manufacturer
"What sets Scott apart is his understanding of what motivates senior candidates. He knew how to position our opportunity and address the concerns that executives have when considering a move. The result was a placement that's been successful for three years and counting."
David ThompsonCTO, Industrial Technology Company
Real Search Examples
See how strategic recruiting intelligence and executive judgment deliver results in competitive markets
Comprehensive Market Access
We don't rely on job boards or LinkedIn Easy Apply. Every search involves direct outreach to qualified candidates—including those not actively looking. Our 15+ years of experience shows us where to find senior talent in specialized roles and how to engage them with messaging that resonates with their career stage and expertise.
Executive-Level Engagement
Senior candidates respond to outreach that demonstrates industry knowledge and understands what matters at their career level. We consistently generate interest from qualified executives and directors who ignore generic recruiting approaches—delivering engaged candidates, not just resumes, even in markets where others struggle.
Experience That Delivers Results
Scott Pugh brings 15+ years of specialized recruiting experience in operational technology, supply chain, and manufacturing leadership roles. Every search is personally managed with the judgment and market knowledge that comes from hundreds of successful executive placements. Retained and contingent engagements available—what matters most is finding the right candidate for your critical role.