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Georgia Supply Chain Recruiters for PE Groups

Finding the right supply chain talent is not a matter of posting a job description and hoping the applications sort themselves out. It requires a recruiting partner who understands the operational realities behind every open role, from S&OP analysts and procurement managers to logistics directors and VP-level leaders. Zirakian Day Associates, LLC has been connecting employers with high-caliber supply chain professionals since 2008, building a reputation grounded in domain knowledge, direct communication, and long-term client relationships. Headquartered in Nampa, Idaho, the firm serves clients and candidates nationwide, and as a member of the NPA Global Network, conducts national searches without geographic limitation. For private equity-backed industrial companies and growing manufacturers across the Southeast, working with Georgia supply chain recruiters who genuinely understand the function makes a measurable difference in hiring outcomes.

About Zirakian Day Associates, LLC

Since 2008, Zirakian Day Associates, LLC has focused exclusively on supply chain recruiting, connecting employers with professionals in logistics, procurement, manufacturing operations, planning, and executive leadership. The firm is not a generalist staffing agency that happens to fill supply chain roles. Every search is handled with a personalized approach backed by a strong national network, and the firm has earned consistent recognition as a go-to partner for small to midsized businesses that need a hands-on recruiting solution without the overhead of a large agency. That focus has translated into the kind of trust that keeps clients coming back when headcount pressures increase or a critical role opens unexpectedly. Whether a company is managing steady-state operations or preparing for significant growth, Zirakian Day Associates, LLC brings the functional fluency that makes the difference between a fast, confident hire and a prolonged search that drains operational capacity.

Why Work with Zirakian Day Associates, LLC

Companies choose Zirakian Day Associates, LLC because the firm treats supply chain recruiting as a specialty, not a category. The consultative approach starts with understanding both the technical requirements of an open role and the organizational context in which that person will operate. For VP-level hiring managers who have been burned by generalist recruiters submitting candidates with warehouse floor titles instead of S&OP or demand planning backgrounds, that distinction matters immediately. Zirakian Day Associates, LLC aligns talent with operational needs and company culture, and its supply chain executive recruiting capabilities support searches at every level of the function, from senior individual contributors to C-suite operations leaders. As a recognized partner for Georgia supply chain recruiters serving PE-backed industrial and manufacturing companies, the firm brings the kind of targeted expertise that shortens search cycles and reduces the risk of a costly mis-hire.

  • VP of Supply Chain

  • Director of Supply Chain

  • S&OP Manager

  • Demand Planning Manager

  • Procurement Manager

  • Strategic Sourcing Manager

  • Logistics Manager

  • Transportation Manager

  • Inventory Control Manager

  • Supply Chain Analyst

  • Operations Director

  • Distribution Center Manager

  • And many more specialized supply chain roles

How Zirakian Day Associates, LLC Connects Companies with Talent

Every search begins with a direct conversation about what the role actually demands, not just what the job description says. Zirakian Day Associates, LLC takes time to understand the operational environment, the team structure, the ERP systems in use, and the specific supply chain challenges a new hire will be stepping into. From there, the firm draws on its national network to identify candidates who bring both the technical depth and the professional maturity the role requires. Candidates are evaluated against functional criteria, including familiarity with S&OP cycles, procurement strategy, or multi-node logistics planning, as well as how they are likely to operate within a specific company culture. That evaluation continues through the offer and onboarding phase, where Zirakian Day Associates, LLC stays engaged to support a smooth transition and give both client and candidate the best foundation for a long-term fit.

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Supply Chain Roles and Industries Zirakian Day Associates, LLC Serves

The firm places professionals across the full breadth of supply chain functions: manufacturing operations, logistics and distribution, procurement and strategic sourcing, demand and inventory planning, transportation management, and senior executive leadership. Industries served include industrial equipment manufacturing, consumer goods, food and beverage, automotive components, building materials, aerospace, and third-party logistics. This is not general placement. Every search Zirakian Day Associates, LLC conducts is informed by functional experience specific to supply chain, which means clients are not explaining what an APICS certification means or why S&OP discipline matters in a high-SKU environment. As experienced Georgia supply chain recruiters with national reach, the firm serves as a reliable sourcing partner for companies at different stages of growth, from single-facility operations building out a planning function to multi-site manufacturers preparing for expansion.

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Ready to Strengthen Your Supply Chain Team

If your organization is carrying open roles in procurement, demand planning, logistics leadership, or any other area of the supply chain function, the search process does not have to drag on or produce the wrong candidates. Zirakian Day Associates, LLC is a specialized recruiting partner that speaks the language of supply chain from the first conversation. Whether you are filling a single critical role or building out a team ahead of a significant operational expansion, reach out through the contact form below to start a direct conversation about what your organization needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Zirakian Day Associates, LLC different from a generalist staffing agency for supply chain searches?

Zirakian Day Associates, LLC focuses exclusively on supply chain recruiting, which means the firm understands the functional distinctions that matter in a search. A generalist agency may submit candidates who hold supply chain job titles without understanding the difference between a warehouse operations role and an S&OP analyst position. Zirakian Day Associates, LLC evaluates candidates against specific supply chain criteria, including planning methodology, procurement experience, ERP proficiency, and leadership scope, so the candidates submitted to a client are genuinely qualified for the role as it exists operationally.

Does Zirakian Day Associates, LLC conduct searches outside of Georgia?

Yes. While the page addresses the needs of companies seeking Georgia supply chain recruiters, Zirakian Day Associates, LLC is headquartered in Nampa, Idaho and serves clients and candidates nationwide. Through membership in the NPA Global Network, the firm can conduct national searches across all major US markets without geographic limitation, giving clients access to a broad pool of qualified supply chain professionals regardless of where the role is located.

What types of supply chain roles does Zirakian Day Associates, LLC specialize in placing?

The firm places professionals across the full supply chain function, including demand planning, S&OP, procurement and strategic sourcing, inventory management, logistics and transportation, distribution operations, and executive leadership roles such as VP of Supply Chain and Director of Operations. Zirakian Day Associates, LLC also conducts senior executive searches for PE-backed companies that need supply chain leaders capable of managing complexity and driving organizational growth.

How does Zirakian Day Associates, LLC evaluate supply chain candidates before submitting them to a client?

Candidates are evaluated against the specific technical and operational requirements defined during the intake process. This includes assessing familiarity with relevant ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle, planning tools like Kinaxis or Blue Yonder, and supply chain methodologies appropriate to the role. Cultural fit and leadership style are also part of the evaluation, particularly for senior roles where alignment with the executive team is critical. The goal is to submit a concise slate of candidates who are genuinely qualified, not a high-volume list that requires the client to do the filtering work.

Does Zirakian Day Associates, LLC work with private equity-backed companies or businesses going through growth transitions?

Yes. The firm has experience supporting companies in transition, including PE-backed manufacturers scaling operations, businesses expanding to new facilities, and organizations restructuring supply chain leadership after an acquisition. These environments require supply chain professionals who can operate in ambiguous, high-growth conditions, and Zirakian Day Associates, LLC factors that operational context into candidate sourcing and evaluation from the start of the search.

What is the best way to start a search with Zirakian Day Associates, LLC?

The most direct path is to complete the contact form on this page. A member of the Zirakian Day Associates, LLC team will follow up to schedule an intake conversation focused on understanding the role requirements, the operational environment, and the timeline for filling the position. The firm values direct, technical conversations early in the process, so clients should feel free to bring specific questions about functional requirements, team structure, or past recruiting challenges. That context helps the firm conduct a more targeted search from the outset.