Sr Driver, Logistics & Transportation in Basingstoke

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.

Job Details

Job Title: Driver

Location: Basingstoke

Summary of Role

Alliance Healthcare is seeking a professional and customer-focused Driver to join our team. As a key member of our distribution operation, you will be responsible for the safe, timely, and accurate delivery of pharmaceutical and healthcare products to customers. As the face of the business, you will play an important role in providing excellent customer service while maintaining the highest standards of safety, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pharmaceutical and healthcare products accurately and on time to customers.
• Complete multi-drop delivery routes efficiently while adhering to schedules.
• Ensure all delivery paperwork and documentation is completed accurately.
• Report any delivery shortages, discrepancies, or issues promptly.
• Maintain high standards of customer service during every customer interaction.
• Adhere to all road safety, company, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct vehicle checks and report any defects or maintenance concerns.
• Support colleagues and operational activities as required to meet business needs.

Skills and Knowledge

• Full, clean UK Category C driving licence.
• Previous experience as a Delivery Driver, Multi-Drop Driver, LGV Driver, or similar role.
• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy when handling deliveries and paperwork.
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Positive, professional, and flexible approach to work.

Desirable Experience

• Delivering within the healthcare, pharmaceutical, or distribution sectors.
• Knowledge of multi-drop delivery operations.
• Familiarity with transport compliance and delivery documentation.
• Experience working in a fast-paced logistics environment.
• Good geographical knowledge of local delivery areas.
• Experience using handheld delivery devices or route management systems.
• Ability to support wider operational teams when required.
• Knowledge of safe loading and unloading practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Alliance Boots Retirement Plan.
• 25 days annual leave plus applicable public holidays.
• Internal reward and recognition programme, including Step Up and Stand Out.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Career progression within a market-leading healthcare organisation.
• Inclusive and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to play a vital role in delivering essential healthcare products across the UK.
• Benefit offerings outside the US may vary by country and will be aligned to local market practice.
• Eligibility and effective date may differ for some benefits and for team members covered under collective bargaining agreements.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.
• 2+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, warehouse operations, inventory control, or a related field required.
• Certification in forklift operation, licensure in commercial vehicle operation appropriate for assigned vehicle class and transported materials or equivalent preferred.

Contract

Full time

Affiliated Companies

Alliance Healthcare Management Services Limited

Diversity and Inclusion

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.

Accommodations

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 hrsc@cencora.com. 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 is a leading global pharmaceutical solutions company that is committed to improving the lives of people and animals everywhere. We connect manufacturers, providers, and patients to ensure that anyone can get the therapies they need, where and when they need them. We're a purpose-driven organization, where all of our team members around the world are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures. We work together every day to help our partners bring their innovations to patients worldwide, creating unparalleled access and impact at the center of health.