Chief People Officer

Fencing Supply Group (FSG), a portfolio company of The Sterling Group, a middle-market private equity firm, is seeking a Chief People Officer (CPO) to lead its human capital strategy. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CPO will play a critical role in driving organizational growth by prioritizing talent acquisition, leadership development, and employee engagement. The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with a proven track record in building high-performing teams and fostering a culture of excellence across a multi-state, high-growth organization.

This role is pivotal in ensuring FSG attracts, develops, and retains top talent while aligning people strategies with the company’s long-term objectives.

Key Responsibilities

:Talent Acquisition & Developmen

• tLead efforts to identify, attract, and hire “A Player” talent for critical roles, ensuring alignment with FSG’s growth strategy
• .Establish innovative recruitment strategies to expand talent pipelines, including partnerships with external agencies, universities, and industry networks
• .Design and implement onboarding and training programs to ensure seamless integration and accelerated employee performance
• .Drive leadership development initiatives, succession planning, and coaching to cultivate internal talent and maintain a robust leadership pipeline

.Employee Engagement & Cultur

• eAssess and define the organizational culture required to achieve strategic goals, implementing programs to embed desired values and behaviors
• .Implement employee engagement strategies that drive retention, satisfaction, and productivity
• .Partner with executives to create a transparent and effective communication strategy that aligns employees with FSG’s mission and vision

.Strategic Leadershi

• pCollaborate with the executive team to align human capital strategies with business objectives, including revenue growth and operational efficiency
• .Develop and execute comprehensive talent strategies, including workforce planning, performance management, and total rewards programs
• .Serve as a trusted advisor to the CEO and leadership team, providing insights and solutions on people-related challenges

.Operational Excellenc

• eUtilize data-driven insights to monitor workforce trends, measure talent strategy effectiveness, and inform decision-making
• .Drive continuous improvement in HR processes, leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and scalability
• .Oversee M&A-related talent integration, ensuring smooth transitions and alignment of organizational cultures

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Key Qualification

• s:15+ years of progressive HR leadership experience with a strong focus on talent acquisition and developmen
• t.Experience in high-growth, multi-state organizations, preferably within private equity-backed environment
• s.Proven ability to develop and execute talent strategies that drive business outcome
• s.Strong executive presence and influence, capable of engaging with all levels of the organization, including investors and the Boar
• d.Data-driven mindset with expertise in HR analytics and workforce plannin
• g.Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., MBA, SHRM-SCP) are preferre

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Why Join F

SG?At Fencing Supply Group, we believe that people are the foundation of our success. As the Chief People Officer, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of a fast-growing organization, driving meaningful impact through a people-first approa

ch.Join us in building a culture that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and excellen

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