Jimmy Dwertman

Practice Leader, Supply Chain COE

With career experience in both manufacturing and recruiting, Jimmy brings a comprehensive, well-rounded perspective while leading the Professional Search, Supply Chain and Operations COE. Consultative and organized, he provides high-level service to his clients and candidates while efficiently and effectively leading his team to success.​

Prior to joining Korn Ferry, Jimmy spent 15 years in many different facets of manufacturing and recruiting. He has held roles of increasing responsibility in Operations/Supply Chain Management and Recruiting. Throughout his career, Jimmy has provided strategic oversight for a $27M plant expansion among many other accomplishments, allowing him to develop a deep understanding of manufacturing and how the many roles function within a plant. After nearly a decade, Jimmy began his recruiting career with Orion in 2015. Quickly establishing a stellar reputation for himself in the industry, he was named the top billing rookie JMO recruiter for 2015 at Orion.

Jimmy joined Lucas Group in 2016 as a Managing Partner in the Manufacturing practice group. Jimmy was charged with leading and growing the Cincinnati Manufacturing team while also continuing to run a full recruiting desk. With a focus on sourcing strategic-level manufacturing talent, he works to fulfill complex hiring needs for mid-tier to Fortune 500 corporations. A clear strategy and process when going to market allow Jimmy and his team the ability to provide the best customer service possible. Additionally, his hands-on experience in many of the roles for which he recruits helps give him a much better sense of the ideal fit. ​

A graduate of the United States Army Ranger School in Fort Benning, Jimmy continued his service as an Infantry Officer in the U.S. Army until 2007. He holds a degree in Political Science from Northern Kentucky University where he played on the soccer team all four years; he is also a five-time Ironman finisher.