Finding qualified supply chain professionals in a competitive market takes more than posting a job description and waiting. It takes a recruiting partner who understands the difference between a warehouse coordinator and an S&OP analyst before the intake call is over. Zirakian Day Associates, LLC has been building that kind of expertise since 2008, connecting employers with experienced talent across logistics, procurement, manufacturing, and executive leadership.
Headquartered in Nampa, Idaho and serving clients nationwide through membership in the NPA Global Network, the firm brings a depth of supply chain knowledge that generalist recruiters simply cannot replicate. For companies hiring Ohio manufacturing sales recruiters or supply chain professionals tied to manufacturing operations, that domain expertise is the difference between a fast, confident hire and a costly mistake.
About Zirakian Day Associates, LLC
Since 2008, Zirakian Day Associates, LLC has connected employers with high-caliber supply chain talent across logistics, procurement, manufacturing, and executive leadership. The firm was built on the premise that supply chain hiring requires functional fluency, not just sourcing volume. That philosophy has shaped long-term partnerships with small to midsized businesses that need a hands-on, personalized approach, as well as Fortune 500 companies that require specialized recruiting at scale. Zirakian Day Associates, LLC draws on a strong national network to identify candidates who match both the technical requirements and the operational culture of each client. Consistent industry recognition reflects what clients already know: this is a firm that shows up, does the work, and gets the hire right.
Why Work with Zirakian Day Associates, LLC
Companies choose Zirakian Day Associates, LLC because the conversation starts with supply chain, not HR generalities. The firm’s supply chain recruiting practice is built around a consultative approach: understanding your operational structure, your team’s current gaps, and the profile of a candidate who can contribute from day one rather than spend months getting oriented. That means asking the right qualifying questions early, presenting candidates who have actual hands-on experience with the tools and processes your team uses, and staying engaged through the offer stage so placements hold. For Ohio manufacturing sales recruiters and related manufacturing-facing roles, that focus on operational alignment matters. The roles Zirakian Day Associates, LLC regularly fills include:
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Sales Director
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VP of Sales
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Account Executives
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Account Managers
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Business Development Manager
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Regional Sales Manager
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Territory Sales Manager
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Carrier Sales Manager
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Sales Managers
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and many more specialized sales roles!
How Zirakian Day Associates, LLC Connects Companies with Talent
Every search begins with a direct conversation about what the role actually requires, not just the job title. Zirakian Day Associates, LLC takes time to understand your hiring goals, the operational complexity of the position, and the team environment a new hire will be stepping into. From there, the firm draws on its national network to identify candidates with the right functional background, whether that means experience with specific ERP platforms, exposure to S&OP cycles, or a track record in manufacturing sales. Each candidate is evaluated for both technical qualifications and cultural alignment before being presented to the client. That process does not stop at the offer letter; Zirakian Day Associates, LLC supports clients through onboarding to help ensure the hire settles in and contributes at the level expected.
Supply Chain Roles and Industries Served
Zirakian Day Associates, LLC recruits across the full scope of supply chain functions, including manufacturing operations, logistics and distribution, procurement and sourcing, demand planning, and executive leadership. The firm also fills Ohio manufacturing sales recruiters and manufacturing-facing commercial roles where supply chain knowledge directly informs sales strategy. Industries served span industrial equipment, consumer goods, automotive supply, food and beverage distribution, and third-party logistics. Rather than treating every open position as a generic search, the firm applies targeted recruiting discipline: identifying candidates whose background aligns with the specific operational demands of each client.
Explore the firm’s professional profile and client network on LinkedIn to get a clearer picture of the work and the people behind it.
Ready to Strengthen Your Supply Chain Team
If open roles in your supply chain or manufacturing sales function are creating operational drag, or if you are building toward a larger footprint and need talent that can scale with you, Zirakian Day Associates, LLC is a recruiting partner worth a direct conversation. The firm brings genuine supply chain fluency, a personalized search process, and a national reach that covers all major US markets. Use the contact form below to share what you are working on, and a member of the Zirakian Day Associates, LLC team will follow up to discuss your specific hiring needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Zirakian Day Associates, LLC different from a generalist staffing firm for manufacturing and supply chain hiring?
Zirakian Day Associates, LLC focuses exclusively on supply chain and manufacturing-related talent. That means recruiters at the firm understand the difference between roles like S&OP analyst, demand planner, and procurement manager at a functional level, not just by job title. When a client needs Ohio manufacturing sales recruiters or a VP of Supply Chain, the firm can evaluate candidates against actual operational criteria rather than surface-level keyword matches. That domain specificity reduces the likelihood of mis-hires that take months to unwind.
Does Zirakian Day Associates, LLC conduct searches outside of the Southeast US?
Yes. Zirakian Day Associates, LLC is headquartered in Nampa, Idaho and serves clients and candidates nationwide across the United States. Through its membership in the NPA Global Network, the firm’s sourcing and placement capabilities extend to all major US markets, allowing it to conduct national searches without geographic limitation. Clients in Ohio and across the broader Midwest and Southeast can access the same full-service recruiting support.
What types of supply chain and manufacturing sales roles does Zirakian Day Associates, LLC typically fill?
The firm fills a wide range of positions, from individual contributor roles like demand planner and procurement specialist to senior leadership positions including Director of Supply Chain and VP of Supply Chain. On the commercial side, Zirakian Day Associates, LLC also places Ohio manufacturing sales recruiters and other manufacturing-facing roles such as industrial sales director, regional sales manager, and business development manager. The common thread across all of these is that candidates are evaluated against the operational context of each client, not just the job description.
How does Zirakian Day Associates, LLC evaluate candidates for cultural and operational fit?
The process starts with a detailed intake conversation focused on the client’s operational structure, team dynamics, technology environment, and growth trajectory. From there, candidate evaluation goes beyond resume screening to include direct conversations about how each person has handled specific supply chain challenges, which tools and systems they have worked in, and how their working style aligns with the client’s environment. For senior roles in particular, Zirakian Day Associates, LLC takes care to present candidates who can contribute strategically, not just fill a seat.
Is Zirakian Day Associates, LLC a good fit for small to midsized manufacturers, or does it focus primarily on large enterprises?
Zirakian Day Associates, LLC works with both. The firm has a strong track record supporting small to midsized businesses that need a hands-on, personalized recruiting partner without the overhead of a large staffing agency. At the same time, the firm conducts specialized supply chain searches for larger organizations, including Fortune 500 companies. For a manufacturer navigating rapid growth, an expanding product line, or a potential second facility, Zirakian Day Associates, LLC brings the flexibility and depth to support hiring at different stages of scale.
How do I get started with Zirakian Day Associates, LLC on a supply chain or manufacturing sales search?
The simplest starting point is the contact form on this page. Share a brief description of the role, your operational context, and any specific qualifications that matter most. A member of the Zirakian Day Associates, LLC team will follow up to discuss the search in detail. If you want to explore the firm’s background before reaching out, the supply chain executive recruiting practice page provides additional context on how the firm approaches senior-level searches.