Warehouse Operative
Job in
Preston, Lancashire, SN15, England, UK
Listed on 2026-07-22
Listing for:
Alliance Healthcare UK
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-22
Job specializations:
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Warehouse
Distribution/ General Warehouse, Material Handler, Warehouse Associate
Job Description & How to Apply Below
WEMEA > United Kingdom > Preston time type:
Part time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R2611209
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.
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** Job Details
**** Outbound vacancy – Warehouse Operative Sundays
** Hours per week: 4 hours
Days of work: Sunday Shift Times: 10am – 2pm
** Let’s talk a little bit about what you can expect!
** 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 flexible Warehouse Team Members to join us at our Service Centre, who thrive in an exciting environment where the work we do is critical in ensuring the integrity of the medical supply chain.
If you’re passionate about creating healthier futures, making a meaningful impact in your daily role and want to work with a forward-thinking team, then apply now and let’s take the next step together!
** 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, Hello Fresh and more.
* Charity days for events such as Children in Need and fun activities all year-round
** All sounding good so far? Fantastic! Here’s an idea of what you’ll be doing on a daily basis:
*** Replenishment of Automat System
* Picking and packing orders on the manual picking belt, bulk, fridge and secure areas
* Carrying out roles within transport and routing completed orders to their destination
** Here’s the kind of person that would fit us best:
*** 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
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..High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.
Less than 2 years of experience in warehouse support, distribution operations, shipping, receiving, inventory control, material handling, or a related field required.
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or equivalent certification preferred.
Knowledge in warehouse operations processes, including receiving, storage, picking, packing, staging, and shipping.
Knowledge in inventory control principles, stock movement tracking, and material traceability requirements.
Knowledge in temperature-controlled handling and cold chain support requirements for sensitive products and materials.
Knowledge in packaging materials, reusable shipping assets, and replenishment practices within warehouse operations.
Knowledge in shipment documentation, operational recordkeeping, and transaction processing requirements.
Knowledge in safe material handling practices and the use of warehouse equipment and tools.
Ability to follow established warehouse procedures and standardized work instructions.
Ability to maintain accurate records and update operational information in warehouse systems and logs.
Ability to identify inventory, packaging, shipment, and material handling exceptions for further action.
Ability to support timely and accurate order preparation and material movement activities.
Ability to manage multiple routine tasks across warehouse workflows while maintaining accuracy.
Ability to work with temperature-sensitive materials in line with defined handling requirements.
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