Alex Mather

Alex Mather

Partner | Building Materials Lead

5.00 overall rating from 153 reviews
Toronto, ON, Canada
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About Alex

Building Materials Recruitment Manufacturers | Distribution | Buying Groups | Private Equity | Retail

Alex is a Founding Partner of DMC Recruitment and a highly specialized Building Materials industry recruiter. For over a decade, she has built an extensive industry network that spans the building materials supply chain, from manufacturers and distributors to specification channels, buying groups, and LBM retail across Canada and the US.

Her deep understanding of industry dynamics, sales channel nuances, and client priorities has enabled 300+ successful placements. Built on credibility, reach, and long-standing relationships, Alex’s reputation has made her a trusted name across the building materials sector.

Partnering with clients across Canada and the United States, including businesses reaching across either side of the border, Alex has led searches in over 32 U.S. states and all Canadian provinces and territories. Alex brings practical insight into both markets, and a consistent ability to access and secure top talent on behalf of her clients.

Alex is known for her transparent, efficient, and hands-on approach. She builds relationships that last, often working with the same clients and candidates for over a decade. Her work spans a wide range of disciplines at the intermediate to executive level, including:

• General Management • Executive Search • Sales and Business Development • Specification Sales • Marketing • Operations • Manufacturing • Procurement and Supply Chain • Finance and Accounting • Human Resources

Outside of work, Alex is a mum to three young boys. When she’s not recruiting, she’s usually on the move with her family—playing, exploring, or planning their next adventure.

Interests

Travel, Family, Camping, Interior Design, Art, Photography

Specialities

Building Materials RecruitmentStrategic SearchExecutive SearchSuccession PlanningGeneral ManagementSalesMarketingOperationsSr. FinanceHuman ResourcesSupply ChainProcurementMarket MappingHeadhuntingRecruitmentCustomer ExcellenceBuilding MaterialsBuilding EnvelopeFenestrationLumberSteel / MetalsTrusses and structural lumberInterior finishesFormed ConcreteInterior SurfacesInterior Assembly ProductsStructural MaterialsLumber & Engineered Wood ProductsPlasticsMEPLightingContract FurnitureInfrastructure MaterialsCommercial SystemsB2C Building ProductsTools & EquipmentCoatingsLBM RetailerPrivate Equity

Employment Details

Performance Summary

5.00

Based on 153 reviews

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Candidate Testimonials

“I highly recommend Alex to anyone looking for a recruiter who takes a personal interest in their success. Her support was instrumental in helping me secure my role as National Business Director at BIYORK. Alex took the time to understand my experience, leadership approach, and career goals, and connected me with an opportunity that aligned with all three. Throughout the interview and offer process, she was professional, responsive, and supportive. Her guidance, clear communication, and willingness to advocate on my behalf made a real difference. Making a career move is a significant decision, and I appreciated having Alex in my corner. I’m grateful for her dedication and would confidently recommend her to professionals seeking their next opportunity and organizations looking for strong leadership talent.”

“Alex has been amazing! Professional, supportive, and extremely helpful throughout the process.”

“Alex is responsive, professional, and effective at liasing between candidates and employers”

“Great experience!”

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