New Practice Area: Automotive

Many staples of American industry took a hit a few years ago, but none seemed as immediately noticeable as the automotive industry. Large, instantly recognizable brands seemed fallible, and in many ways, faith was lost in those brands. Fast forward to the present day, and what we are seeing are leaner, stronger companies prepared to contend with shifts in the global market. Investment in new technologies, along with investment in the right people has led to a strong turn around and positive, long-term growth.

Growth of course translates into a company’s willingness to take risks with investment and increase hiring. It also means willingness to invest in the hiring process to seek the best talent available in the market today. With the right tools and processes in place, talent acquisition teams and search firms can have substantial impact on the future of an organization.

A New Practice Area

We’re announcing a new Automotive Practice Area, headed by Vita Redding. Since joining us in 2013, she has successfully lead several sourcing projects with aerospace and automotive clients. Visit her site to find out more: www.vitaredding.pin-pointsolutions.com.

Located in Greenville, SC, we at Westport Intl have seen this portion of the southeast become a burgeoning new hub of automotive research and development. The founding members of Westport have supported BMW’s growth since the Spartanburg, SC location opened in 1995, and have continued to support them and their suppliers ever since. Seeing tremendous amount of new development in the region through the years, we were somewhat disappointed with the recent decision Toyota has made to move it’s North American headquarters to Plano, TX instead of Charlotte, NC. This would have solidified the Southeast as the potential new headquarters of automotive innovation in the United States, next to Detroit. Regardless, new opportunities will come, and continue to drive growth in the area.

While our ties to the automotive industry are long-standing, this has also become the fastest growing segment of our business. Led by Vita Redding, our Automotive Practice Area Director with PinPoint Solutions and PinPoint Talent Services, we have worked cross functionally to place a wide range of professionals for Tenneco Corporation. Through the support of Tenneco’s suspension and emission controls segments, and in supporting several other automotive clients, we have gathered a vast network across nearly 500 automotive suppliers and OEMs. Through our tools, methods, expansive networks, and 70 years combined automotive-specific expertise, we are strongly equipped to support any automotive company seeking new top talent.

Contact Vita Redding to find out how we can support your organization.