Driver

MWI Animal Health; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Pension scheme

Career progression

Holiday entitlement

Wellbeing initiatives

Employee discounts

Job summary

Cencora is hiring a reliable Multi-Drop Delivery Driver in Preston for a full-time role. You will deliver orders safely, maintain vehicle standards, and support warehouse activities while delivering excellent customer service.

Applicants should hold a valid UK driving licence, possess strong communication and numeracy skills, and be capable of working independently within a team-oriented transport environment. A comprehensive benefits package is available.

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence appropriate for the vehicle driven.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service and relationship-building abilities.
• Numeracy and literacy skills sufficient for delivery documentation.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Deliver customer orders safely, efficiently, and accurately to schedules.
• Carry out daily vehicle checks for roadworthiness and compliance.
• Report vehicle issues, delays, or accidents promptly.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and general condition.
• Ensure deliveries are checked and accounted for before departure.
• Collect returns and delivery equipment and return to branch.
• Manage damaged or returned goods per procedures.
• Support warehouse operations while maintaining health and safety.

Skills

Driving licence

Communication skills

Customer service

Numeracy

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

## DriverApply: WEMEA > United Kingdom > Preston: Full time: Posted Today: R2617629Our 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:** Driver **Location:** Preston **Work Pattern:** Full-time**Salary**: £37,140.48 ### Summary of RoleWe are looking for a reliable and customer-focused Multi-Drop Delivery Driver to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe, accurate, and timely delivery of products to customers while maintaining high standards of customer service, vehicle compliance, and operational efficiency. You will act as a key representative of the business, building positive relationships with customers and supporting warehouse operations when required.### Responsibilities* Deliver customer orders safely, efficiently, and accurately in line with delivery schedules.* Carry out daily vehicle checks to ensure roadworthiness and compliance with company standards.* Report vehicle defects, breakdowns, accidents, delays, or other operational issues promptly.* Maintain the cleanliness, security, and general condition of the vehicle at all times.* Ensure all deliveries are checked, loaded, and accounted for before departure.* Collect returns, delivery equipment, and other items as required and return them to the branch.* Manage damaged or returned goods in accordance with company procedures.* Support warehouse and operational activities as required while maintaining health and safety standards.### Skills and Knowledge* Full UK driving licence appropriate for the vehicle being driven.* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.* Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.* Good numeracy and literacy skills.* Ability to work independently and use initiative.* Strong attention to detail and accuracy when handling deliveries and documentation.* Good understanding of road safety and compliance requirements.* Ability to work effectively as part of a wider transport and distribution team.### Desirable* Previous multi-drop delivery driving experience.* Experience working within a logistics, transport, or distribution environment.* Route planning and journey management experience.* Knowledge of vehicle safety checks and transport compliance requirements.* Experience handling customer deliveries and returns.* Awareness of stock control and delivery documentation processes.* Experience working in a customer-facing role.* Understanding of health and safety requirements within delivery operations.### Benefits* Competitive salary.* Comprehensive training and onboarding support.* Career development and progression opportunities.* Pension scheme.* Employee assistance programme.* Generous holiday entitlement.* Employee discounts and wellbeing initiatives.* Supportive and collaborative working environment..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.