Wolverhampton-based pallet network Pallet-Track has promoted Sarah Hayes to the newly created role of HR director, recognising her development with the business for over 15 years.
Hayes, who joined Pallet-Track in 2009 as a part-time HR assistant, takes up the role at Pallet-Track’s new headquarters at Waterway Business Park in Ettingshall.
She will report directly to Group chief executive Stuart Godman.
Hayes said a major part of her brief is to nurture the future leaders of the business, developing the talent already within the company.
She added: “When Stuart joined the business, he empowered both me and other leaders, reinforcing the belief that people are our greatest asset.
“We demonstrate this clearly through tangible actions, including the introduction of enhanced colleague benefits.
“I’ve been fortunate to grow alongside the business, developing into my role in a way that suited my personal circumstances.
“I worked part-time for many years before transitioning to a full-time position as my family commitments changed, allowing me to dedicate more time and focus to the company.
“Over the past 12 months, Pallet-Track has experienced fantastic growth. I was integrally involved with our Hub and HQ relocation and looking back now, nobody could have predicted three years ago that we would be moving into a beautiful new site and significantly increasing headcount.”
Hayes said she has benefited from the company’s commitment to developing its employees’ careers, becoming CIPD accredited in 2019 – a qualification Pallet-Track funded.
“We’ve placed a strong emphasis on learning and development, ensuring that we invest in our people and build capability across the organisation, she added.
“We know the more we invest in our people, the more they give back to the business.
“My progression has shown others that career development is achievable here.
“Colleagues often approach me to discuss their ambitions and progression, which is something I’m passionate about supporting.”
