C.J. Flannery
About C.J. Flannery
C.J. Flannery is a Senior Scientific and Technical Recruiter for the Innovation Group at Beyond Meat, with a strong background in food science and talent acquisition. With experience in various roles across the food and beverage industry, Flannery focuses on driving innovation and development within growing companies.
Current Role at Beyond Meat
C.J. Flannery serves as the Senior Scientific and Technical Recruiter for the Innovation Group at Beyond Meat. In this role, which began in 2021, Flannery focuses on talent acquisition strategies that align with the company's innovation objectives. This position is based in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area and involves collaborating with various teams to enhance the recruitment process for scientific and technical roles.
Previous Experience in Recruitment
Before joining Beyond Meat, C.J. Flannery worked at Kaye/Bassman International as a Recruiter in Research and Development from 2018 to 2021. Flannery also held the position of Group Leader and STEM Senior Recruiter during this time. Prior to that, Flannery was a Recruiting R&D and Innovation consultant at C&F Consulting from 2016 to 2018. This extensive experience in recruitment has equipped Flannery with a deep understanding of the needs within the innovation space.
Background in Food Science and Technology
C.J. Flannery has a strong educational background in food science and technology. Flannery earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Texas Woman's University and completed extended coursework in Food Science at the University of California, Davis. This academic foundation supports Flannery's expertise in the food industry and enhances the ability to identify and recruit top talent in scientific roles.
Experience in Food Research and Development
Flannery's career includes significant experience in food research and development. From 2011 to 2016, Flannery worked at Sweetie Cakes as Head of Bakery, Research & Development, and Food Scientist. Additionally, Flannery served as Research and Development Manager and Senior Food Scientist at National Food & Beverage, Inc. from 2016 to 2018. This hands-on experience in the food sector informs Flannery's recruitment strategies in the innovation field.
Commitment to Innovation and Sustainability
C.J. Flannery is driven by a mission to impact innovation and development within growing companies. Flannery aims to help the planet and people through strategic talent acquisition in the innovation space. This commitment is reflected in Flannery's passion for bridging the gap between innovation objectives and talent acquisition in scientific and engineering fields.