Warehouse Operative AM Shift

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Job Details

• This role is in support of Cencora's wholesale distribution services in Europe operating through our Alliance Healthcare business.
• Hours: 39 per week. Full Time: 5 days out of 7 AM Shift Hours between 06:00 am - 16:00 pm
• Rate of Pay: £13.10 per hour

Job Purpose

You will be responsible for processing the correct receipt and storage of products in the correct conditions according to the product description, picking, packing of goods and preparing them for transport according to Standard Operating Procedures. Working with automated systems, effective and efficient control of both the Goods Inwards and Outbound operations according to corporate guidelines.

Key Accountabilities

• Providing core shift cover of the Knapp and Manhattan warehouse management system, meticulously, working precisely and carefully, with attention to detail.
• Showing a real interest in customers and how actions and handling of stock can impact them.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing best practices.
• Maintaining high levels of inventory by picking accurately.
• Loading and unloading delivery vehicles by hand or with a forklift truck.
• Assist in the accurate and timely picking, packing and shipping of orders using automated systems and forklift trucks.
• Conduct regular inventory checks and ensure accurate stock levels using warehouse management software.
• Check for damaged or missing items and sort stock for storage in the correct storage space.
• Ensure that stock is rotated in accordance with expiry date (FEFO, First Expired First Out).
• Keep a careful record of the stock on the warehouse management system, so that it can be located quickly.
• Pick orders via automation systems or hand-held scanner from designated locations around the warehouse, working at height, ensuring safety protocols are strictly followed in a timely manner to meet dispatch times.
• Achieve the agreed productivity targets and KPIs as instructed by people leaders.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required

• Experience of working in a warehouse, distribution, fulfillment or logistics environment.
• Comfortable working in varying temperatures including cold and freezer.
• Ability to work at height, standing and walking for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and move materials as needed.
• Ability to work with multiple platforms utilising desktops, PCs, handheld devices and material handling equipment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including shifts, to meet operational needs.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• Flexible attitude to work.
• Motivation and ability to work on own initiative and make decisions quickly.
• The willingness and ability to work together with others towards a common goal.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills.

Benefits

• Free Parking.
• Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Perks at Work (Discounts on top brands).
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• 20 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service length.

Manual Handling

Manual handling tasks, such as lifting and bending, are key parts of this role. Cencora Alliance Healthcare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and ensuring the safety and well‑being of all team members.

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. 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 accommodation requests will not be returned.