Executive Opportunities in Chemicals and Ingredients
At Kelham Partners, we work with senior professionals across the chemicals and ingredients, sectors, helping them navigate their next career move with clarity, confidence, and confidentiality.
We know that roles in technical, regulated environments are complex and that you’re not looking for just another job. Whether you’re actively exploring opportunities or simply open to hearing about the right one, we offer insight, honesty, and access to industry-leading roles around the world.
Who We Work With
We support professionals at Management, Director, VP and C-suite level across
- Speciality Chemicals & Advanced Materials
- Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical Ingredients
- Personal Care, Food & Animal Nutrition
- CDMOs, CMOs & Toll Manufacturers
- Distribution & Value-Added Supply Chains
If your expertise sits at the intersection of science, regulation, and commercial performance, we want to hear from you.
Functions We Specialise In
Our process is structured, transparent, and insight-driven
- Commercial – Sales, Business Development & Key Account Management, Sales Directors, BU Heads, Global KAMs, Category & Marketing Leaders
- Operations & Manufacturing – Site Directors, Plant Managers, Supply Chain & S&OP Leaders
- Innovation & Technical – Heads of R&D, Application Chemists, Formulation & Technical Services
- Regulatory & Quality – Global QA/RA, Compliance, Product Stewardship
- Executive & General Management – GMs, Division Heads, COO, CCO, Managing Directors, CEOs
What to Expect When You Work With Us
We treat candidates the way we’d want to be treated, with respect, transparency, and professionalism.
A genuine conversation
We take the time to understand your experience, drivers, and ambitions
Honest feedback
We know how leadership drives P&L, margin, and strategic value
Confidentiality & discretion
Every process is handled with integrity and care
Support throughout the process
From briefing to offer to onboarding, we’re with you all the way
Access to opportunities that aren’t advertised
Many of our searches are retained and confidential
International Reach. Deep Sector Focus.
Our assignments span EMEA, North America, and APAC, often working on cross-border projects for clients ranging from PE-backed scale-ups to global industry leaders.
As specialist headhunters in chemicals and ingredients, we understand your world and we speak your language.
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