NATIONWIDE GROCERY EXECUTIVE SEARCH RECRUITERS / PHARMACY STAFFING SPECIALISTS
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Introducing: Grocery Store Mike aka Mike Cook Grocery Pharmacy Retail Executive Recruiter
Identifying and placing outstanding grocery and retail executive talent can be a challenging task. Today's customers have numerous buying options, and with everything from big-box retailers to small, niche merchants, and e-commerce, brand loyalty is fleeting at best. These senior leaders must have a coherent perspective of the unique ecosystem that their organization exists within and be adaptable enough to meet the needs of a constantly shifting marketplace. In addition, they are tasked with leading and motivating a competent workforce and implementing organizational processes. All of this must be accomplished while simultaneously executing strategies for cost-containment, increasing efficiency, and ultimately delivering higher ROI.
And of course, competition to find these innovative executives is stronger than ever.
Frontline Source Group has been a leader in the Executive Search industry since 2004 and offers deep knowledge of, and experience in placing executive and director-level management for the grocery and retail sectors. We strive to understand the specific needs of each of our clients in order to provide high-quality executives that will help retailers achieve their business goals.
With more than 2 decades of experience delivering C-suite staffing solutions to some of the most successful organizations in the country, Frontline Service Group has an intimate understanding of the ever-changing employment landscape. Diversity initiatives, multi-generational workforces, and rapidly shifting flexible work arrangements are all important factors that go into securing the most talented executives considering new opportunities.
Frontline Source Group is a recognized leader in the staffing industry, having received numerous awards for our exceptional service, including selection as a 9-time winner of “ClearlyRated’s Best of Staffing.” With thousands of successful direct hire placements and hundreds of 5-star reviews, we understand how to deliver quality candidates perfectly suited to the ultra-competitive grocery and retail environments.
Mike Cook
Mike Cook or as he is known in the industry "Grocery Store Mike", is a specialized grocery retail recruiter for Frontline Source Group. With more than 35+ years in the grocery retail industry, Mike started as a part-time courtesy clerk. He worked his way up to serve in-store leadership positions with both traditional and specialty food formats. His expertise lies in hiring, training, and developing company leaders for small supermarkets to large grocery store operations with hundreds of locations. This experience is what differentiates his ability to recruit top Grocery talent from other recruiters in the market place.
Throughout his career, Mike has placed an emphasis on professional development and continuing education. He was in the charter class of Brookshire University, graduating as salutatorian. He also has earned certificates of proficiency in management specialized leadership and retail management from Tyler Junior College. The later certification was in collaboration with the Western Association of Food Chains. And, he has received numerous awards and accolades for customer service and leadership.
Mike has a passion for community service, having served as a board member for the Bear Creek Specialty Utility District (formerly Lavon Water Supply Corporation) from 2007-2013; Community Independent School District board trustee from 2013-2017; and currently serves as Lavon City Councilman, Place 2 since 2017.
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Murphy French
Murphy French is an accomplished Executive Recruiter at Frontline Source Group, bringing a wealth of experience and a passion for connecting top-tier talent with leading organizations. With a career spanning various roles in recruiting, sales, and management, Murphy’s expertise and dedication make her an invaluable asset to our team.
Murphy’s career began in the hospitality industry, where she developed strong leadership skills and a commitment to providing top-notch customer service—qualities that continue to inform her approach to recruitment today. Transitioning into the corporate world, Murphy served as a Senior Associate at a prominent firm, where she specialized in industry partnerships and alliances, further honing her ability to build and maintain professional relationships.
In her most recent role before joining Frontline Source Group, Murphy worked as an Account Executive in sales and recruiting. Her responsibilities included sourcing and qualifying candidates, negotiating offers, and conducting market research to identify emerging talent trends. This diverse background equips Murphy with a comprehensive understanding of various business functions and the nuances of effective recruitment.
At Frontline Source Group, Murphy is known for her meticulous approach to recruiting. She excels in identifying and connecting with exceptional candidates, ensuring the perfect fit for both clients and candidates. Her extensive skill set includes passive candidate development, relationship building, and strategic talent acquisition.
Vinitha Jayaraj
Vinitha Jayaraj is an elite Executive Pharmacy Recruiter specializing in the Grocery Division at Frontline Source Group's Executive Search Division. With over 2.5 years of focused expertise in pharmaceutical talent acquisition, she has revolutionized pharmacy staffing for leading grocery chains nationwide. Vinitha leverages her deep understanding of both clinical pharmacy requirements and retail grocery operations to identify and secure hard-to-find pharmacy leadership talent. Her strategic approach combines advanced sourcing techniques across multiple platforms with a comprehensive grasp of pharmacy regulations and grocery retail dynamics. Armed with a Computer Applications degree, Vinitha employs data-driven recruitment strategies that have consistently delivered top-performing pharmacy executives who drive both clinical excellence and business growth for major grocery retailers. Her specialized knowledge of grocery pharmacy operations enables her to match pharmaceutical talent with the unique demands of in-store pharmacy environments, creating lasting partnerships that strengthen Frontline Source Group's reputation as the premier Grocery Pharmacy Executive Search Firm."
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Last Updated: 29 May 2025