Returns Specialist: Stock Integrity & Quality

MWI Animal Health; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 37,195,000 - 40,639,000; Full time

Job summary

Cencora in Derby is seeking a Returns Operative to join a busy warehouse operation. You will inspect, verify and process returned stock ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance, with focus on stock integrity and timely transfers.

You will complete paperwork, update systems, handle loading/unloading, and support safety and continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous warehouse, logistics, distribution, or inventory experience.
• Understanding of warehouse processes and stock handling procedures.
• Basic PC and numerical skills.
• CSCP qualification or equivalent is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and verify returned stock against return documentation for accuracy and quality.
• Process returns in line with SOPs and company procedures.
• 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 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, GDP, MHRA, and GMP standards.
• Operate warehouse equipment only where appropriate training has been completed.
• Carry out additional duties as directed by management.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Independent and team player

Basic PC and numerical skills

Education

CSCP qualification or equivalent

Job description

Cencora in Derby is seeking a Returns Operative to join a busy warehouse operation. You will inspect, verify and process returned stock ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance, with focus on stock integrity and timely transfers.

You will complete paperwork, update systems, handle loading/unloading, and support safety and continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced environment.