Lamb Weston Selects TCG for Head of HR, Corporate Functions Search

BOISE, ID – Lamb Weston has selected The Christopher Group to lead their Head of Human Resources, Corporate Functions search. Managing Director & Chief Marketing Officer, Nathaniel Schiffer, Recruiting Director, Patricia Duff and Operations Manager, Matt Duda will be leading the search. TCG continues to be the preferred search partner for Lamb Weston’s Executive HR search needs.

For more than 60 years, Lamb Weston has been a leading supplier of the highest quality frozen potato, sweet potato, appetizer and vegetable products to restaurants and retailers around the world. Their products can be found in more than 100 countries. Headquartered in Boise, Idaho, the $3.4 billion-dollar company employs over 7,000 people around the world in sales offices, manufacturing plants and corporate offices. As a leading market competitor, Lamb Weston ranks #1 in the U.S. frozen potato category and #2 in the global frozen potato category.

Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer, the Head of HR, Corporate Functions will work closely with the C-Suite Officers; Chief Financial Officer, Chief Legal Officer, and Chief Information Officer to set strategy, develop results-oriented programs and oversee the day-to-day accountabilities for these designated business functions.  This position will be responsible for several areas of Human Resources management and support, including but not limited to, recruitment and retention, succession planning, employee relations, employee development, performance management, policy guidance, and assisting in the coordination of workforce planning initiatives. 

“It is an honor and privilege to conduct this executive HR search for Lamb Weston. This specific executive HR position with have a significant impact on Lamb Weston’s business and organizational capabilities,” said Nathaniel Schiffer, Managing Director at TCG.

Founded in 1998 by Thomas and Paula Christopher (former HR Executives with GE, Pepsi, Progressive Insurance, and Citigroup), The Christopher Group has become one of the nation’s largest and most respected boutique HR Executive Search Firms. They have created a highly specialized organization, staffed by former HR professionals and highly trained search practitioners, that utilize proprietary, scientific, and industry-leading systems, tools, and processes. As a result, 92% of all TCG searches are filled in the first two slates of candidates! With a client list that includes some of the world’s most respected companies across all industries and verticals, they are frequently asked, “What makes TCG so different and successful”?

“Our Technology, Systems, Tools, Processes, and HR Experienced Team provide a most precise and highly efficient service delivery model,” responds TCG founder & CEO, Tom Christopher. TCG conducts targeted searches of high performing/passive candidates, sourced from client requested companies/industries, all while completing extensive assessments and vetting to ensure an optimal fit.  From search commencement to the first day of employment, every TCG client and candidate will enjoy unparalleled, comprehensive, professional, scientific, and stress-eliminating executive search services to ensure the very best search experience.  In an industry-leading move, TCG backs all their work with full performance guarantees, in writing!