Associate Driver in Preston

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: Associate Driver

Location: Various Locations

Work Pattern: Full Time

Summary of Role

We are looking for a professional and dependable Transport Driver to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe and timely collection, transportation, and delivery of products, materials, and medical samples. You will play a vital role in maintaining service excellence by ensuring shipments are handled, documented, and delivered in accordance with company procedures and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Complete scheduled collection and delivery activities in line with service requirements.
• Verify shipment details and obtain proof of delivery documentation.
• Transport products and medical samples safely and securely.
• Follow designated routes and temperature-controlled transport requirements where applicable.
• Communicate delivery progress, delays, and shipment exceptions promptly.
• Support loading, unloading, packaging, and labelling activities.
• Conduct routine vehicle checks and report maintenance requirements.
• Assist with specialist transport services, including airport, transfer-point, and hand-to-hand deliveries.

Skills and Knowledge

• Valid UK driving licence with a strong safety record.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Good communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to accurately complete transport documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to compliance.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
• Understanding of road safety and transportation regulations.
• Reliable and professional approach to work.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a transport, courier, or delivery role.
• Experience handling healthcare, pharmaceutical, or medical products.
• Knowledge of temperature-controlled transportation requirements.
• Familiarity with proof of delivery systems and handheld devices.
• Understanding of logistics and route planning processes.
• Experience working within a regulated environment.
• Knowledge of shipment tracking systems.
• Experience supporting time-critical delivery operations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive training and onboarding programme.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Pension scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Employee discount and reward schemes.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunity to work within a leading healthcare and logistics organisation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.
• Less than 2 years of experience in transportation, logistics, courier operations, delivery services, or a related field required.
• Certification in dangerous goods awareness, licensure in operation of the applicable vehicle class, cold chain handling, or equivalent required.

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 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.

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.