Pharmaceutical Operator
No salary listed
Entry
London, UK
In PersonThe posting also says the role is at various locations; the ATS workplace scope identifies London.
Warehouse & Fulfillment
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.
- Understanding of warehouse health and safety requirements.
- Basic IT skills for updating warehouse and inventory systems.
Responsibilities
- Monitor temperature-sensitive materials during storage and shipment preparation.
- Update warehouse transactions, inventory records, and shipment documentation accurately.
- Maintain product traceability through accurate record keeping and system updates.
- Identify and process on-hold, damaged, or non-conforming materials in line with procedures.
- Coordinate the movement of materials using approved warehouse equipment.
- Prepare packaging materials and shipment staging areas for outbound deliveries.
- Escalate inventory discrepancies and non-standard handling issues promptly.
- Support safe, efficient, and compliant warehouse operations.
Desired Qualifications
- Previous warehouse, logistics, or distribution experience.
- Experience handling temperature-sensitive products.
- Knowledge of inventory management and stock control processes.
- Familiarity with warehouse management systems.
- Experience within a pharmaceutical, healthcare, or regulated environment.
- Knowledge of traceability and documentation requirements.
- Experience operating warehouse equipment.
- Understanding of quality assurance and compliance procedures.
- Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) certification, or equivalent certification.
About the company
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, Pennsylvania
Founded
2001
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Pharmacy contracts deepen customer ties: Cencora negotiates insurer agreements and handles administrative work through its managed-care networks.
- Eligible US staff gain retirement support: Cencora counts student-loan payments toward its employer match, up to 4% of pay.
- Drug demand expands sales: Cencora reported 5.1% quarterly revenue growth in August 2026, led by higher US volumes.
What critics are saying
- Customer dependence concentrates risk: Walgreens and Boots supplied 25% of Cencora's fiscal 2025 revenue, reported in November 2025.
- Legal liabilities tie up cash: Cencora's November 2025 filing recorded $4.3 billion in opioid settlements, payable over 13 years.
- Warehouse work is physical: Cencora's day-shift associate listing requires repeated lifting up to 50 pounds and overtime availability.
What makes Cencora unique
- Independent pharmacies get a shared brand: Cencora's Good Neighbor Pharmacy franchise supports their merchandising and store identity.
- Specialty shipments use reusable packaging: Cencora's World Courier Cocoon containers combine passive temperature control with live location monitoring.
- Medicines arrive ready for bedside checks: Cencora's American Health Packaging sells barcoded unit doses that support hospital scanning.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Parental Leave
- Adoption Assistance
- Infertility Coverage
- Family Planning Benefits
- Behavioral Health Solutions
- Professional Development Budget
- Training Programs