Warehouse Operative

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5 days ago

Location: WEMEA > United Kingdom > Exeter
Type: Full-time
Department: Operations
Closing date: Today
Source: Workday

Description

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: Warehouse Operative

Summary of Role

We are seeking a motivated and dependable Warehouse Operative to join our night shift operation. This role plays a vital part in ensuring customer orders are accurately sorted, handled and prepared for distribution while maintaining high standards of safety, efficiency and service.

Working within a busy warehouse environment, you will be responsible for loading and unloading vehicles, replenishing stock, moving products safely throughout the warehouse and ensuring all orders are allocated to the correct delivery routes. Success in this role requires excellent attention to detail, a strong work ethic and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Safely unload inbound vehicles and trailers.
Accurately load outbound vehicles for delivery.
Sort and distribute customer orders to the correct routes and locations.
Replenish stock in accordance with operational requirements.
Transfer goods safely to designated dispatch areas.
Follow established checking, scanning and verification procedures.
Maintain excellent housekeeping standards throughout the warehouse.
Adhere to all health and safety, security and quality procedures.

Skills and Knowledge

Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
Ability to follow procedures and work instructions.
Good organisational and time management skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Understanding of health and safety responsibilities within a warehouse setting.

Competencies

Teamwork - Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve shared goals.
Communication - Shares information clearly and effectively with team members and supervisors.
Attention to Detail - Consistently maintains accuracy when handling stock and orders.
Initiative - Takes responsibility for completing tasks and supporting operational requirements.
Adaptability - Responds positively to changing priorities and workload demands.
Safety Awareness - Demonstrates a commitment to safe working practices at all times.
Customer Focus - Understands the importance of accuracy and service in meeting customer expectations.
Reliability - Consistently delivers high standards of attendance, punctuality and performance.

Desirable

Previous experience within a warehouse, distribution or logistics environment.
Experience using RF scanners or warehouse management systems.
Understanding of stock control and inventory processes.
Experience working night shifts.
Familiarity with health and safety procedures within a warehouse operation.

Benefits

Competitive salary.
Full training and development opportunities.
Career progression within a growing organisation.
Company pension scheme.
Employee benefits programme.
Supportive and inclusive working environment.

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.