Problem:
As Vice President of Human Resources for Orca Water, Inc., you are charged with filling overseas plant operations management positions. In general terms, discuss the advantages and disadvantages of hiring each of the following individuals for a position in Chile or Brazil:
Candidate A
Single individual graduated two years ago and has worked in operations management for the past two years. Speaks Spanish and Portuguese but has never traveled outside the United States.
Candidate B
Married individual with three school aged children. His spouse does not work outside the home. Candidate B is college educated and has worked for the company the past 18 years in various positions moving from the factory floor to management position in headquarters. Does not speak Spanish or Portuguese but has traveled extensively for the company.
Candidate C
Candidate is a married female individual with no children. Spouse maintains a successful career as an attorney in the United States. Candidate C is college educated and has worked for the company the past 18 years. Does not speak Spanish or Portuguese but has traveled extensively for the company.
It is interesting to note that Candidate C was hired the same day as Candidate B and they have the followed the same career path.
Which candidate would you choose, based solely on the information provided and why?