Pharma Returns Specialist: Warehouse Operations

Alliance Healthcare Management Services Limited; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Cencora is seeking a Returns Operative in Derby to join a busy warehouse operation. You will accurately check, process, and handle returned stock while ensuring quality, safety and regulatory compliance. This role supports inventory accuracy and safe transfer of stock within the warehouse.

Ideal candidates will have warehouse/logistics experience, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills. The position is full-time, with 40 hours weekly and rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, logistics, distribution, or inventory experience.
• Understanding of warehouse processes and stock handling procedures.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• Basic PC and numerical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Desirable Experience within a regulated warehouse, pharmaceutical, or healthcare environment.
• Knowledge of GDP, GMP, or MHRA standards.
• CSCP qualification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and verify returned stock against return documentation for accuracy and quality.
• Process returns in line with company procedures and SOPs.
• Complete all receiving paperwork and inventory documentation accurately.
• Tag, transfer, and move returned stock to designated warehouse locations.
• Load and unload transfer trailers as required.
• Undertake returns-related FMD activities in accordance with procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and update operational systems where required.
• Identify and report stock discrepancies, damages, or operational abnormalities to the Returns Supervisor.
• Complete weekly validation checks and support inventory accuracy initiatives.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping throughout the returns area.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across warehouse operations.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety policies, MHRA, GDP, and GMP standards.
• Operate warehouse equipment only where appropriate training has been completed.
• Carry out additional duties and reasonable requests as directed by management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

Fast-paced environment

Basic PC skills

Numerical skills

Safety and compliance

Education

CSCP qualification or equivalent

Job description

Cencora is seeking a Returns Operative in Derby to join a busy warehouse operation. You will accurately check, process, and handle returned stock while ensuring quality, safety and regulatory compliance. This role supports inventory accuracy and safe transfer of stock within the warehouse.

Ideal candidates will have warehouse/logistics experience, strong attention to detail, and good communication skills. The position is full-time, with 40 hours weekly and rotating shifts.