Cencora

Distributes medicines and supports patient care

Warehouse Operative - Warehouse Operations

Picking & PackingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-timePreston, UKNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma/GED or equivalent experience is required.
Less than 2 years of experience in warehouse support, distribution operations, shipping, receiving, inventory control, material handling, or a related field is required.
Knowledge of warehouse operations processes, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, staging, and shipping.
Knowledge of inventory control principles, stock movement tracking, and material traceability requirements.
Knowledge of temperature-controlled handling and cold chain support requirements for sensitive products and materials.
Knowledge of packaging materials, reusable shipping assets, and replenishment practices within warehouse operations.
Knowledge of shipment documentation, operational recordkeeping, and transaction processing requirements.
Knowledge of safe material handling practices and the use of warehouse equipment and tools.
Ability to follow established warehouse procedures and standardized work instructions.
Ability to maintain accurate records and update operational information in warehouse systems and logs.
Ability to identify inventory, packaging, shipment, and material handling exceptions for further action.
Ability to support timely and accurate order preparation and material movement activities.
Ability to manage multiple routine tasks across warehouse workflows while maintaining accuracy.
Ability to work with temperature-sensitive materials in line with defined handling requirements.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
A flexible and adaptable approach to work.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Good visual accuracy and attention to detail.
Basic numeracy skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.

Responsibilities

Replenish stock within the automated warehouse system.
Pick and pack customer orders accurately and efficiently.
Work across manual picking belt, bulk, refrigerated, and secure storage areas.
Route completed orders to the correct transport destinations.
Handle products in accordance with quality and safety standards.
Maintain high levels of accuracy when processing orders.
Support the smooth operation of warehouse activities to meet service targets.
Follow company health and safety procedures at all times.

Desired Qualifications

Previous warehouse or logistics experience is beneficial.
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) certification, or equivalent certification.
Experience working within a pharmaceutical, healthcare, or regulated environment.
Familiarity with warehouse management systems.
Experience using automated warehouse equipment.
Understanding of stock control processes.
Knowledge of order picking and packing procedures.
Ability to multitask across different warehouse functions.
Experience working towards performance targets.
Willingness to learn new skills and support different operational areas.

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!

Job Details

Job Title: Warehouse Operative (Sundays)

Location: Service Centre

Work Pattern: Sunday, 10:00am - 2:00pm (4 hours per week)

Summary of Role

Join our fast-paced pharmaceutical supply chain and play a vital role in supporting the delivery of medicines to patients across the UK. As a Warehouse Operative, you will contribute to the efficient processing, picking, packing, and routing of healthcare products, helping to maintain the integrity and reliability of our supply chain while working as part of a supportive and collaborative team.

Responsibilities

Replenish stock within the automated warehouse system.
Pick and pack customer orders accurately and efficiently.
Work across manual picking belt, bulk, refrigerated, and secure storage areas.
Route completed orders to the correct transport destinations.
Ensure products are handled in accordance with quality and safety standards.
Maintain high levels of accuracy when processing orders.
Support the smooth operation of warehouse activities to meet service targets.
Follow company health and safety procedures at all times.

Skills and Knowledge

Previous warehouse or logistics experience is beneficial.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Good visual accuracy and attention to detail.
Basic numeracy skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
Commitment to maintaining a safe working environment.

Desirable

Experience working within a pharmaceutical, healthcare, or regulated environment.
Familiarity with warehouse management systems.
Experience using automated warehouse equipment.
Understanding of stock control processes.
Knowledge of order picking and packing procedures.
Ability to multitask across different warehouse functions.
Experience working towards performance targets.
Willingness to learn new skills and support different operational areas.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme with company-matched contributions and potential death-in-service benefit.
Career development and internal progression opportunities.
Training programmes, including opportunities to gain forklift truck licences.
Employee Assistance Programme with legal, financial, and wellbeing support.
Access to mental health counselling and Mental Health First Aiders.
Cycle to Work scheme.
Perks at Work employee discount platform, including savings with leading retailers.
Charity events, fundraising activities, and employee engagement initiatives throughout the year.

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required. Less than 2 years of experience in warehouse support, distribution operations, shipping, receiving, inventory control, material handling, or a related field required. Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or equivalent certification preferred. Knowledge in warehouse operations processes, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, staging, and shipping. Knowledge in inventory control principles, stock movement tracking, and material traceability requirements. Knowledge in temperature-controlled handling and cold chain support requirements for sensitive products and materials. Knowledge in packaging materials, reusable shipping assets, and replenishment practices within warehouse operations. Knowledge in shipment documentation, operational recordkeeping, and transaction processing requirements. Knowledge in safe material handling practices and the use of warehouse equipment and tools. Ability to follow established warehouse procedures and standardized work instructions. Ability to maintain accurate records and update operational information in warehouse systems and logs. Ability to identify inventory, packaging, shipment, and material handling exceptions for further action. Ability to support timely and accurate order preparation and material movement activities. Ability to manage multiple routine tasks across warehouse workflows while maintaining accuracy. Ability to work with temperature-sensitive materials in line with defined handling requirements.

What Cencora offers

Benefit offerings outside the US may vary by country and will be aligned to local market practice. The eligibility and effective date may differ for some benefits and for team members covered under collective bargaining agreements.

Part time

Affiliated Companies

Affiliated Companies: Alliance Healthcare Management Services Limited

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.

The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.

Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email [email protected]. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned

About the Company

Cencora

Distributes medicines and supports patient care

Cencora buys and distributes medicines for pharmacies, hospitals and physician practices, while helping drug manufacturers bring treatments to patients. Its businesses combine wholesale supply networks with specialty distribution for complex therapies and services that support prescribing and patient access. Customers order medicines through its distribution systems, and its teams manage sourcing, storage and delivery alongside pharmacy operations and manufacturer support. It earns revenue from pharmaceutical sales and fees for logistics and healthcare services. The parent company was formed in 2001 through the merger that created AmerisourceBergen, adopted the Cencora name in 2023, and is headquartered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Conshohocken, PA
Founded: 2001

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