19 February 2010

Wholesale success for Midlands-based distribution firm

Building on their recently launched wholesale distribution operation, Oakland Distribution Limited, multi-temperature supply chain specialist Oakland International is reaping rewards via a major contract with Landmark Wholesale, one of the largest UK buying groups. Redditch based Oakland International created the dedicated subsidiary, Oakland Distribution, in recognition of the need to take ownership of stock on behalf of wholesale clients.

The subsidiary focuses on providing a centrally located ambient and chilled consolidation service to Landmark’s 32 independent wholesale Members and their extensive UK customer base across England, Northern Ireland, Wales and Scotland, including a number of remote islands off the UK’s mainland. Oakland collates Landmark members’ orders, purchasing all stock before picking, consolidating and despatching to Landmark members nationally.

Underpinning the contract agreement was Oakland’s acknowledged ability to add extra value to clients supply chain arrangements, utilising a variety of methods. Their innovative approach to supply chain work was central to creating a solution which met the needs of Landmark’s diverse membership, whilst offering Landmark Central Office an effective platform to develop their business.