Quality counts with management appointment at Oakland International

Specialists in third party supply chain warehousing and logistics, Oakland International has appointed Louise Smith as their Quality Assurance Manager to support the firm’s impressive organic growth.

Louise brings a wealth of skills to her new role within Oakland’s expanding QA department, commented: “Oakland is a great place to work, family orientated and extremely friendly and I am thoroughly enjoying overseeing the firm’s QA department, covering systems and development of policies and procedures in support of Oakland’s extensive operational platforms and successful distressed load management service.”

Fully BRC accredited for storage and distribution, key within the supply chain arena, Oakland International, as an established multi temperature supply chain specialist, conducts distribution schemes for UK and Ireland mainline retailers, servicing many on a daily basis. Supply chain functions encompass warehousing, picking and distribution for ambient, chilled and frozen products, with the company gaining in reputation for its successful and highly reactive distressed load management service, unique to the industry.

Oakland’s Managing Director, Dean Attwell stated: “I am delighted for Louise. Her reliability, keen eye for detail and flexible approach is already paying dividends. Her appointment is truly deserved and we all wish her immense success in her new role.”

Issued: 26/11/2010