Cencora

Distributes medicines and supports patient care

Despatch Loader

Shipping & ReceivingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeSouth Normanton, Alfreton, 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.
Strong verbal and written communication skills; organizational and time management abilities; ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines; understanding of warehouse, despatch, and transport operations; initiative and ability to work independently; focus on compliance, quality, and health and safety; ability to collaborate with colleagues and drivers; and flexibility to support operational requirements.

Responsibilities

Safely load and unload vehicles in line with operational procedures and schedules.
Complete daily Fork Lift Truck checks and report any defects or issues.
Ensure loads are correctly positioned and secured using appropriate equipment.
Follow loading schedules to ensure accurate and timely despatch to Service Centres.
Maintain accurate records to support KPIs, quality standards, and load traceability.
Receive and process inbound consignments, ensuring goods and documentation are handled correctly.
Support the management of third-party consignments and additional network workstreams.
Maintain high standards of housekeeping, health and safety, and compliance across the warehouse and transport yard.

Desired Qualifications

Previous experience in a despatch, logistics, transport, or warehouse environment.
Fork Lift Truck experience or relevant certification.
Knowledge of load securing and trailer safety procedures.
Experience handling inbound and outbound consignments.
Understanding of Good Distribution Practice requirements.
Experience maintaining operational records and documentation.
Knowledge of transport and warehouse compliance standards.
Experience working within a healthcare, pharmaceutical, or distribution environment.
Certified Supply Chain Professional certification, or equivalent certification.

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: Despatch Loader
Location: Central Service Centre, South Normanton
Work Pattern: Full Time

Hours: 39 hours per week

Days of work: Mon-Fri 1600-0000

Summary of Role

We are looking for a dependable and safety-focused Despatch Loader to join our Service Delivery team in South Normanton. This role is responsible for the safe and accurate loading and unloading of vehicles, ensuring deliveries are dispatched on time and in line with operational standards. You will play an important role in supporting the healthcare supply chain by maintaining load accuracy, compliance, and service excellence throughout the despatch process.

Responsibilities

Safely load and unload vehicles in line with operational procedures and schedules.
Complete daily Fork Lift Truck checks and report any defects or issues.
Ensure loads are correctly positioned and secured using appropriate equipment.
Follow loading schedules to ensure accurate and timely despatch to Service Centres.
Maintain accurate records to support KPIs, quality standards, and load traceability.
Receive and process inbound consignments, ensuring goods and documentation are handled correctly.
Support the management of third-party consignments and additional network workstreams.
Maintain high standards of housekeeping, health and safety, and compliance across the warehouse and transport yard.

Skills and Knowledge

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organisational and time management abilities.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Good understanding of warehouse, despatch, and transport operations.
Ability to use initiative and work independently when required.
Strong focus on compliance, quality, and health and safety.
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and drivers.
Flexible approach and willingness to support operational requirements.

Desirable

Previous experience in a despatch, logistics, transport, or warehouse environment.
Fork Lift Truck experience or relevant certification.
Knowledge of load securing and trailer safety procedures.
Experience handling inbound and outbound consignments.
Understanding of Good Distribution Practice (GDP) requirements.
Experience maintaining operational records and documentation.
Knowledge of transport and warehouse compliance standards.
Experience working within a healthcare, pharmaceutical, or distribution environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package.
Comprehensive induction and training programme.
Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Career progression within a leading healthcare distribution organisation.
Supportive and collaborative team environment.
Employee wellbeing support programmes.
Opportunity to work within an essential healthcare supply chain.
Inclusive workplace committed to diversity and professional development.

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.

Full 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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