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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:Team Leader (Section 3) Location: South Normanton Work Pattern:Full Time Hours:39 hours per week Salary: £29264.04 per annum Summary of Role We are seeking a motivated and proactive Team Leader to support the daily operation of our warehouse and service delivery function. You will be responsible for leading, coaching and motivating a team to achieve operational targets while maintaining high standards of quality, productivity, safety and compliance. This role plays a key part in developing colleagues, promoting continuous improvement and ensuring exceptional service delivery to customers. Responsibilities Lead, motivate and support team members to achieve daily operational targets. Monitor productivity and quality performance against departmental KPIs. Implement daily staffing plans to ensure optimum operational efficiency. Escalate operational issues and resource concerns to the supervisory team. Deliver training on operational procedures, GDP requirements and company policies. Promote high standards of housekeeping, safety and compliance across the department. Support employee development through coaching, team briefings and regular performance discussions. Contribute to achieving departmental and company objectives while supporting business initiatives. Skills and Knowledge Previous experience in a warehouse, logistics or distribution environment. Experience leading, supervising or coordinating a team. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to motivate and develop team members to achieve performance targets. Good understanding of productivity, quality and service performance measures. Strong organisational and problem-solving skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment. Competent IT skills and experience using warehouse or operational systems. Desirable Experience within a healthcare, pharmaceutical or regulated distribution environment. Knowledge of Good Distribution Practice (GDP) requirements. Familiarity with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Experience delivering training or coaching colleagues. Understanding of continuous improvement principles. Experience supporting employee engagement initiatives. Knowledge of warehouse performance reporting and KPI management. Relevant team leadership or supervisory qualifications. Benefits Competitive salary. Opportunities for career progression and development. Ongoing training and professional development. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Employee recognition and reward programmes. Company pension scheme. Employee wellbeing support initiatives. Opportunity to work for a leading healthcare solutions organisation. . Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, operations management, business administration, industrial engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience required. 3+ years of experience in warehouse operations, distribution, logistics, inventory control, supply chain leadership, and operational management, or a related field required. Less than 2 years of experience in a management capacity preferred. Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM), Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), Certified Logistics Associate (CLA), or equivalent certification preferred. Project Management Professional (PMP), Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (LSSYB), Certified Automation Professional (CAP), or equivalent certification preferred. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Good analytical skills. Strong leadership and staff development skills. Working knowledge of computers and company systems and programs. Ability to prioritize workloads and consistently meet deadlines. 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. Full time Affiliated Companies Affiliated Companies: Alliance Healthcare Management Services Limited 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. 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 [email protected]. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned Cencora is a leading global pharmaceutical solutions company that is committed to improving the lives of people and animals everywhere. We connect manufacturers, providers, and patients to ensure that anyone can get the therapies they need, where and when they need them. We’re a purpose-driven organization, where all of our team members around the world are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures. We work together every day to help our partners bring their innovations to patients worldwide, creating unparalleled access and impact at the center of health. Recruitment scams are on the rise and the intent is to target individuals looking for employment opportunities. To protect yourself, we urge you to be vigilant and follow these guidelines. 1.) Research the Company: Thoroughly research any company before applying or sharing personal information, check their website, read reviews, and verify their legitimacy. 2.) Be Wary of Unrealistic Promises: Exercise caution If a job posting offers high salaries and minimal qualifications. Legitimate jobs will have realistic expectations and provide detailed job requirements. Jobs at Cencora can be found on Cencora.com/careers 3.) Guard Your Personal Information: Only share sensitive information after vetting the employer’s credibility. Avoid sharing your Social Security number, bank account details, or identification documents during the application process. Cencora does not request this information as part of the employment application. 4.) Avoid Upfront Payments: Legitimate employers do not require payment during the hiring process. Be suspicious if you are asked to pay for training materials, processing fees, or background checks before securing a job offer. Cencora will never ask you for payment information during the hiring or onboarding process. 5.) Verify Communication Channels: Scammers often use free email services or chat platforms without providing an official company contact information. Cencora recruiters will have an email address ending in @cencora.com, @alliance-healthcare.net, @alliance-healthcare.co.uk, alliance-healthcare.fr or alliance-healthcare.ro Remember to stay vigilant and informed about common scam tactics to reduce the risk of falling victim to fraudulent employment schemes. If you believe you have encountered a job scam posing as a Cencora opportunity, please report it immediately to: [email protected]
