Multi Drop Van Driver

Alliance Healthcare; Croydon; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full uniform and PPE provided

Contributory pension after 3 months

Career development and progression

Employee Assistance Programme

Perks at Work discounts

Patient care impact

Job summary

Alliance Healthcare, part of Cencora, is a leading pharmaceutical distributor in the UK. We are seeking a reliable Multi Drop Driver to join the Fleet and Transport Team in Croydon, delivering medicines and healthcare products across the region.

You will operate a 3.5-tonne van, complete 50+ drops daily, load/unload totes, and maintain strong customer relationships with a focus on safety and accuracy. A full UK manual licence with up to 3 points is required.

Qualifications

• Hold a full UK manual driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points.
• Previous multi-drop driving or delivery experience is required.
• Good knowledge of local roads and delivery routes.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet delivery schedules.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach.
• Ability to lift delivery totes and perform physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a 3.5-tonne van delivering pharmaceuticals to customers.
• Complete a high volume of deliveries, 50+ drops per day typical.
• Load/unload totes, ensuring product integrity.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain relationships.
• Record delivery information and complete documentation.
• Communicate delivery progress with transport team.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and report defects.
• Follow company procedures, road rules and safety requirements.

Skills

Full UK manual licence

3 live penalty points max

Multi drop delivery experience

Local road knowledge

Time management

Independent work

Customer service

Reliability

Physically fit

Job 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.

Job Details

Job Title: Multi Drop Driver

Location: Croydon

Work Pattern: Full Time, 48 hours per week minimum. Monday to Friday (full days) plus Saturday mornings.

Summary Of Role

Alliance Healthcare, part of Cencora, is a leading distributor of pharmaceutical, medical and healthcare products across the UK. We are seeking a reliable and customer-focused Multi Drop Driver to join our Fleet and Transport Team in Croydon. In this role, you will play a vital part in the healthcare supply chain, ensuring the safe and timely delivery of essential medicines and healthcare products to customers across the region.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a 3.5-tonne van to complete scheduled pharmaceutical deliveries.
• Complete a high volume of deliveries, typically 50 or more drops per day.
• Load and unload delivery totes while ensuring product integrity and security.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain positive customer relationships.
• Accurately record delivery information and complete required documentation.
• Communicate effectively with the transport team regarding delivery progress and any issues.
• Carry out daily vehicle safety checks and report defects promptly.
• Follow all company procedures, road traffic regulations and health and safety requirements.

Skills And Knowledge

• Full UK manual driving licence with no more than 3 live penalty points.
• Previous experience in a multi drop driving or delivery role.
• Good knowledge of local road networks and delivery routes.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet delivery schedules.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable, professional and safety-conscious approach to work.
• Ability to carry out physically demanding duties, including lifting delivery totes.

Desirable

• Experience delivering pharmaceutical, medical or healthcare products.
• Experience using handheld delivery devices or route management systems.
• Knowledge of transport compliance and delivery documentation.
• Experience working within a fast-paced distribution environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills when managing route changes or delivery challenges.
• Familiarity with vehicle inspection and reporting procedures.
• Proven track record of maintaining high delivery accuracy.
• Understanding of customer service best practices within logistics operations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £37,489.92 per annum.
• Service-based holiday entitlement.
• Full uniform and PPE provided.
• Contributory pension scheme after 3 months' service.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Perks at Work discounts across a range of retailers.
• Opportunity to join a leading healthcare distribution business with a direct impact on patient care.

As Part of Cencora, Alliance Healthcare is a leading pharmaceutical wholesaler distributor in the UK. Supplying medical and healthcare products, serving over 17,000 pharmacies, hospitals and dispensing doctors throughout the UK. Founded as UniChem in 1938, we have a vast amount of history and experience in this sector.

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.

Affiliated Companies

Affiliated Companies: Alliance Healthcare Management Services Limited

Equal Employment Opportunity

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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.

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