A people thing Oakland appoints HR manager

A Midlands based third party supply chain specialist in warehousing and logistics, Oakland International, has seen employee numbers swell over recent years, with the company firmly committed to staff development and growth, have appointed Sue Walton to the role of Human Resources Manager, tasked with supporting the firms expanding workforce and delivering advanced training in readiness for progress and change.

Having previously worked in human resources and finance for Sainsbury’s Sue then brought her wealth of experience and knowledge of the warehouse and logistics arenas to Oakland and the role of PA to Oakland’s Managing and Operations Directors in 2007, holding joint responsibility for managing the firm’s developing HR function.

Commenting on her appointment, Sue Walton stated: “Due to business growth it became apparent the need for change. Oakland values its team highly, so the development of a dedicated HR function was the next structured step. We are investing heavily in our staff through internal training, mentoring and external development courses and we are delighted with the response that we are receiving from our team and the associated improvements in business efficiency and service. Our aim is to become the ‘employer of choice’ in our region.

“I am delighted to undertake the role of Human Resources Manager, it offers great challenges and immense scope for the development and advancement of our team, and for personal progression within the business.”

Oakland International, an established multi temperature supply chain specialist conducts distribution schemes for UK and Ireland mainline retailers, servicing many on a daily basis.

Oakland’s Managing Director, Dean Attwell: “I am personally delighted for Sue. This development is integral to our overall business plan of growth consolidation on firm foundations. Her appointment is well deserved and we all wish her continued success in her new role.”

23/03/2010