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Building Combe's D2C eCommerce Team From Scratch

Chameleon recruits Combe's first eCommerce and CRM leaders for its retail-to-D2C pivot, despite a tough talent market.

Combe Incorporated

The Client

Company: Combe Incorporated
Website: combe.com
Industry: Consumer Goods
Headquarters: White Plains, united states
Employees: 201-500

About Combe Incorporated

Combe Incorporated is a privately-held, family-run consumer products company founded in 1949 that develops and markets personal care brands addressing sensitive, often taboo health and grooming issues. Best known for brands like Just For Men, Vagisil, Odor-Eaters, and Sea Bond, Combe has built a durable, multi-generational business by focusing on…

The Challenge

Combe Incorporated, a retail-focused company, was moving into direct-to-consumer eCommerce and needed to build an eCommerce team. Its White Plains location made it hard to find strategic, execution-oriented talent willing to commute or already nearby.

Our Approach

Chameleon Recruiting helped Combe build its eCommerce team. We started with an eCommerce Technical Project Manager, researching the technical skills the role needed and sourcing over 120 candidates before narrowing to four from a range of industries. Combe then asked for help hiring a Senior Manager of Email/CRM; we reached out to more than 60 candidates, shortlisted seven, and placed one who fit Combe's culture and growth needs.

The Impact

Chameleon placed the key roles on Combe's new eCommerce team. The Technical Project Manager has been instrumental in Combe's growth, with both sides happy with the fit. The hires gave Combe a strong foundation to navigate its move into D2C.

The Work

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D2C Talent Acquisition Lead

Melissa Pacheco

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