Operations & Logistics Recruitment

The right hire keeps the chain moving. AI-powered ops talent intelligence.

9cv9 combines deep sector knowledge with advanced AI analysis to place operations leaders, supply chain specialists, fleet managers and logistics coordinators who deliver from day one.

12+ sectors
ops disciplines covered
Typical
outcomes vary by role and market
7-14days
typical initial shortlist window
✦ AI Candidate Analysis — Supply Chain Mgr
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Candidate
Match
Risk
AI Score
HN
Huy Nguyen
Sr. Supply Chain Mgr
94%
Low
89/100
LT
Lan Tran
Logistics Coordinator
88%
Low
82/100
MV
Minh Vu
Ops Manager
76%
Mod
71/100
PD
Phuong Do
Warehouse Director
62%
High
58/100
Illustrativeshortlisting signal
92/100pool quality
Roles we place across operations & logistics
Supply Chain Manager
Logistics Director
Warehouse Manager
Fleet Operations Manager
Procurement Manager
Demand Planning Analyst
Operations Director
Inventory Control Manager
Last-Mile Delivery Lead
Cold Chain Specialist
S&OP Manager
3PL Account Manager
Transport Planner
Import/Export Coordinator
ERP Implementation Lead
Distribution Centre Manager

Six analytical layers.
One decisive hire.

Every tool in our stack is designed around operations-specific hiring decisions — not generic dashboards. We built intelligence that mirrors how expert ops recruiters actually think.

01
🕸
Ops Competency Radar

A six-axis spider chart scoring each candidate across dimensions tuned specifically to operations roles — not generic recruiting criteria. Toggle candidates on/off to visualise fit differences that match scores can't capture.

Ops execution Process design Vendor mgmt Systems depth Leadership Scale experience
02
📐
Ops Skill Depth Matrix

Distinguishes used in a live environment from listed on a profile — the difference that matters in fast-paced ops roles. JD-critical skills missing across your whole pool are flagged immediately.

SAP / WMS
9/10
S&OP Planning
7/10
Lean / Six Sigma
5/10
Cold Chain Mgmt
2/10
03
AI-Generated Candidate Briefs

One-click AI summaries structured around what operations hiring managers actually need: measurable impact, systems used, scale of operations managed, team size led. Delivered client-ready, inside the job order.

Managed multi-country 3PL network with strong on-time service performance based on recruiter-verified role context.
No confirmed SAP S/4HANA exposure; listed only. May require assessment.
Counter-offer risk flagged — third move in 4 years, all lateral.
04
🛡
Hire Risk Profiler

Operations hires with high counter-offer exposure or job-hopping patterns are costly misfires. Our composite risk score surfaces these patterns before you submit — ranked so the highest-risk candidates are always visible first.

Counter-offer exposure HIGH
Role-switch frequency MOD
Tenure stability LOW
05
📈
Career Momentum Scoring

Ops seniority on paper doesn't always mean upward trajectory. Our momentum score distinguishes candidates accelerating toward leadership from those plateauing in execution roles — critical context before a senior shortlist.

Huy N.
Accelerating
Lan T.
Steady
Minh V.
Plateauing
Phuong D.
Declining
06
Pool Quality Score

A single 0–100 benchmark comparing your shortlist to live market norms for the role. When the hiring manager asks "is this a strong pool?" — you have an answer grounded in data, not instinct.

Pool benchmarking Market calibration Client briefing gen Watch point flags
Pool quality score
78
Illustrative market-position indicator for logistics shortlist calibration
Weak Market avg 61 Elite

From brief to shortlist in a structured timeline.

01
Brief + market map
We align on role scope, reporting line, must-haves and deal-breakers. Our team runs a live market mapping exercise against active ops talent in your sector and region.
02
AI profile analysis
Candidate profiles are run through our LinkedIn Intelligence engine — radar scoring, skill depth matrix, risk profiling and career momentum scoring all execute automatically.
03
Recruiter-reviewed shortlist
AI output is reviewed and contextualised by a specialist ops recruiter with sector knowledge. Every submission reflects both analytical and human judgement.
04
Data-backed client brief
You receive a client-ready briefing pack — AI-generated candidate summaries, pool quality score, watch-point flags, and interview recommendation notes. All in one document.

Deep knowledge across every ops discipline.

We don't recruit operations roles generically. Each practice area is led by recruiters with direct experience inside that discipline — from 3PL to e-commerce fulfilment.

🔗
Supply Chain & Procurement
End-to-end supply chain leadership, sourcing managers, vendor relationship heads, S&OP planners, and category managers across manufacturing and FMCG sectors.
→ Supply chain · Sourcing · S&OP
🏭
Warehouse & Distribution
DC managers, fulfilment centre heads, inventory control specialists, pick-pack supervisors, and WMS implementation leads for e-commerce and retail logistics.
→ Warehouse · DC · Fulfilment
🚚
Transport & Fleet
Fleet operations managers, transport planners, last-mile delivery leads, and haulage operations directors across road freight, courier, and urban delivery sectors.
→ Fleet · Transport · Last-mile
Cold Chain & Perishables
Specialist recruitment for temperature-controlled logistics — cold chain compliance managers, reefer fleet leads, pharma distribution heads, and food-grade ops directors.
→ Cold chain · Pharma · Food logistics
Operations Excellence
Lean and Six Sigma practitioners, continuous improvement managers, ERP transformation leads, and operations directors driving efficiency programmes across complex businesses.
→ Lean · Six Sigma · CI
🌏
Freight & Customs
Import/export coordinators, freight forwarding managers, customs compliance specialists, and air/sea freight operations leads across SEA trade lanes.
→ Freight · Customs · Trade compliance

Performance that shows in your headcount.

Our metrics are drawn from placed ops roles across FMCG, e-commerce, manufacturing, and 3PL clients. These aren't estimates — they're tracked placements.

Metrics and timelines are typical historical examples, not guarantees. Actual outcomes depend on scope, compensation, interview speed, and market conditions.

7-14d
average time from brief to shortlist for mid-senior ops roles
Typical
offer acceptance outcomes vary by role level and market competitiveness
Tracked
shortlist quality is monitored against role-fit, risk flags, and interview conversion signals
Risk-led
higher-risk profiles are explicitly flagged in briefing notes before client submission

Ops leaders who moved the needle.

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We needed a Distribution Centre Manager with cold chain experience and WMS implementation depth. The shortlist arrived quickly and the briefing pack gave clear context for interview decisions.

TL
Anonymized Client Example
Regional FMCG Employer
"

The risk profiling notes surfaced tenure concerns early, which helped us calibrate shortlist confidence before submitting to the hiring manager.

PK
Anonymized Recruiter Example
Senior Recruiter, 9cv9
"

When asked why a shortlist was recommended, the pool quality notes and role-fit rationale made approval discussions more straightforward.

BN
Anonymized Recruiter Example
Principal Recruiter, 9cv9

Common ops and logistics hiring questions.

What operations and logistics roles can 9cv9 recruit for?
We support supply chain, warehousing, procurement, transport, distribution, and operations leadership hiring.

How quickly can we expect an initial shortlist?
Initial shortlists are typically delivered within a few business days depending on seniority, scope, and market depth.

Should we share sensitive candidate or financial data in first outreach?
No. Please avoid sending sensitive personal, payroll, or financial information through first-contact email.

OPS

Every ops hire is a
strategic decision.

Tell us your role, your timeline, and your must-haves. We'll map the market, run AI analysis across your candidate pool, and deliver a data-backed shortlist — faster than any generalist agency can.