Warehouse Operative

AmerisourceBergen; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Nottingham is seeking a Warehouse Operative for a 10-month fixed term. This role supports the supply chain and includes responsibilities like receiving goods, order picking, and housekeeping. Flexibility for rotating shifts and weekend work is required. The ideal candidate will be adaptable and committed to a hazard-free environment. Competitive hourly rate of £15.60 plus benefits.

Benefits

Competitive Pension scheme

Career training and development

Employee Assistance programme

Cycle to work scheme

Charity days for events

Qualifications

• Capable of standing and walking for long periods.
• Able to perform manual handling activities.

Responsibilities

• Receiving inbound goods.
• Toting goods from Receiving.
• Order Picking.
• Loading & Despatching Trailers.

Skills

Flexible and adaptable approach to work

Ability to work under pressure

Ability to communicate well with others

Good visual accuracy

Numeracy skills

Tools

Fork Lift

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. Apply today!

Job Details

Job Title: Warehouse Operative (Rotating Shifts)

Location: Nottingham Service Centre (D80)NG90 1LP

Job Type: Fixed Term for 10 months

Hours per week: 37.5

Hourly Rate: £15.60 plus benefits listed below

This role is in support of Cencora's wholesale distribution services in Europe operating through our Alliance Healthcare business.

We currently have opportunities to join our fast‑paced pharmaceutical supply chain and be a key player in serving millions of patients across the UK and shaping our company culture. We’re seeking a flexible Warehouse Team Member to join us at our Service Centre in Nottingham, who thrive in an exciting environment where the work we do is critical in ensuring the integrity of the medical supply chain.

Responsibilities

This role involves an annualised hour’s contract. The role will be rotating shifts 06:00 – 14:00hrs and 14:00 – 22:00hrs with a contractually extended 2 hours required if necessary at the end of the shift.

Part of the contract will also include up to 21 Sundays and working Bank Holidays when required.

Early Shift (06:00 – 14:00hrs)

• Receiving inbound goods
• Replenishment
• Toting goods from Receiving
• Order Picking
• Housekeeping duties
• Fork Lift experience required but not essential as training will be provided

Late Shift (14:00 – 22:00hrs)

• Order Picking
• Replenishment
• Loading & Despatching Trailers
• Housekeeping Duties

Sunday Shift (08:00 – 17:00hrs)

• Replenishment
• Order Picking
• Loading and Despatching Trailers
• Housekeeping Duties

Requirements

• Flexible and adaptable approach to work
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to communicate well with others
• Good visual accuracy, numeracy and communication skills
• Committed to working in a hazard‑free, world class health and safety environment

Top 5 benefits working with us

• Competitive Pension scheme where the company matches your contribution and can include death in service benefit
• Career training, development and various internal progression opportunities, such as forklift truck licence, forum representatives, and working in other departments
• Employee Assistance programme with free legal and financial advice as well as mental health counselling and access to trained Mental Health First Aiders at work
• Access to Cycle to work scheme and Perks at Work, with discounts at various retailers such as Currys, Samsung, HelloFresh and more
• Charity days for events such as Children in Need and fun activities all year-round

Due to the nature of the role, you will need to be capable of standing and walking for long periods of time as well as carrying out manual handling activities in line with our Health and Safety standards. Whilst Alliance Healthcare is committed to developing positive policies to promote equal opportunities in employment, we have a duty of care to ensure we do not instigate or worsen any conditions that would prevent the employee from carrying out manual handling duties. On that basis, for this role we cannot make "reasonable adjustments" for any applicant who is unable to carry out such duties. If you are unsure as to whether this applies to your application, you must detail on your application form and discuss at interview any information you feel may be relevant.

Find out more information about us at: https://www.alliance-healthcare.co.uk/

If this appeals to you, we want to hear from you! Click apply here, submit your application and we will aim to contact you within the week.

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.

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.

Accommodation and Contact

Cencora is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email [e-mail]. We will make accommodation determinations on a request‑by‑request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodation requests will not be returned.