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Keva Campbell

Senior Consultant

Hundreds of 'Excellent' reviews

Nutraceuticals Executive Search

Helping Nutraceuticals companies unlock their next stage of growth

Specialisms We Cover

Active Nutraceutical Ingredients Amino Acids Botanicals Branded Ingredients Cannabinoids Cannabis APIs Capsules CBD Oils Contract Manufacturing Dietary Supplements Distillates Enzymes Extracts Functional Foods Gummies Health, Wellness & Fitness Hemp Ingredients Isolates Liquids Medicinal Cannabis Minerals OTC Peptides Powders Private Labrl Probiotics Proteins RX Softgels Solvents Sports Nutrition Stick Packs Topicals Vitamins

The global nutraceutical ingredients market is valued at approximately USD 150–200 billion, with continued growth driven by preventative health trends, ageing populations, and rising demand for high-quality, science-backed ingredients.

Nutraceutical ingredients form the foundation of supplements and preventative health products. As demand grows for safe, effective, and differentiated therapies and nutrition solutions, the sector faces increasing pressure to innovate while meeting stringent regulatory, quality, and supply chain requirements. Advances in formulation science, bioavailability, and functional ingredients are reshaping the market.

Our commitment to the nutraceutical ingredients and contract manufacturing market sets us apart from traditional executive search firms. We specialize in partnering with ingredient manufacturers, contract manufacturers (CMOs/CDMOs), formulators, and wellness-focused organizations to secure highly specialized scientific, technical, operational, and commercial talent.

Precision starts at formulation.

Organizations in this space supply functional compounds that must meet exacting standards for purity, traceability, and consistency. Decisions are governed by data, documentation, and validation, with little tolerance for deviation across development or scale-up.

Success here is shaped by how well science holds up under scrutiny. Roles aligned with analytical rigor, regulatory readiness, and formulation relevance help businesses support compliant development and credible product performance across global markets.

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Hiring the wrong candidate costs more than just time—it can waste salary, training resources, and opportunities. The Department of Labour estimates a bad hire can cost up to 30% of the role’s first-year earnings.

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Organisations are often reluctant to use external recruiters due the percieved cost. Think about it like this - what financial benefit could a top candidate bring to your business unit? You could make a 100x return on your investment.

97% Placement Rate 1
1.78:1 CVs Sent to Interviews 2
Avg. 32 Day Engagement to Placement 3

1. Based on all roles engaged on by a client on an exclusive basis from Jan 4 2025 - Dec 31 2025.

2. All CVs Sent from Jan 4 2025 - Dec 31 2025.

3. From Jan 4 2025 - Dec 31 2025.

Stats

387 active opportunities

1,908 placements made across 25 sectors

262,736 companies in our CRM

"At Irving Knight, we don't just fill positions; we build lasting partnerships. Our commitment to understanding your unique needs ensures that we deliver leaders who drive success and embody your company's values. When it comes to identifying the high-performers of tomorrow, there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Our bespoke approach ensures every search is personal, diverse, and tailored from the ground up — delivering an individual, unrivalled experience for both clients and candidates. "

- Joe Davey, Group CEO of Irving Knight Group

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Lubricants and Oil & Gas

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Global Director of Pricing, US

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Flavors & Fragrances

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Regional Account Manager, US

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Aidan Kerr

Chemicals

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Systems Sales Engineer, South Carolina

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Jack Purnell

Material Handling & Automation

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Senior Account Manager

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Joseph Davey

Group CEO

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Global Director Performance Excellence

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Joseph Davey

Group CEO

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Automation Division Director

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Joseph Davey

Group CEO

Sandeep Kulshrestha

Formulation Director, US

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Oliver Kiddy

Flavors & Fragrances

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Regional Sales Manager

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Joseph Davey

Group CEO

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Head of Sales & Marketing, Netherlands

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CDMO & CRO

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Director, Italy

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Food Ingredients & Biotechnology

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CFO, US

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Grace Smith

Electrical Components and Products

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Environmental Process Engineer, US

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Cian ODonnell

CDMO & CRO

Anja Florbach

Digital & Commercial Excellence Manager

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Joseph Davey

Group CEO

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Senior Continuous Improvement Chemist, US

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Joseph Davey

Group CEO

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VP Continous Improvement, US

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Construction Materials

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Director Global Strategy, US

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Animal Health

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Strategic Account Manager, US

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Lubricants and Oil & Gas

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Sales Manager, Netherlands

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Aidan Kerr

Chemicals