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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!\nJob Details\nJob Title: Inventory Team Leader\nLocation: Belfast\nWork Pattern: Full Time\nPay rate: £14.32 per hour\nSummary of Role\nWe are seeking an organised and proactive Inventory Team Leader to support the effective control and management of inventory operations within our Service Centre. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory records, overseeing stock control processes, supporting team development, and ensuring compliance with operational procedures. You will play a key role in driving inventory accuracy, supporting business performance, and maintaining excellent service standards throughout the distribution operation.\nResponsibilities\nOversee stock reconciliation activities to ensure alignment between physical and system inventory.\nMonitor inventory accuracy and maintain stock variances within agreed targets.\nManage inventory reports, audits, stock adjustments, and discrepancy investigations.\nCoordinate perpetual inventory processes, including slot checks and item counts.\nEnsure new and discontinued product lines are processed accurately and efficiently.\nSupport stock management activities, including overstock reviews, recalls, and out-of-stock investigations.\nMaintain effective communication with Service Centre management, Central Replenishment, supply partners, and support teams.\nAssist with the training, development, and performance support of inventory team members.\nSkills and Knowledge\nPrevious people management or team leadership experience.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills.\nStrong customer service focus.\nIntermediate numeracy skills.\nExcellent organisational and time management abilities.\nIntermediate Microsoft Word and Excel skills.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.\nAbility to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment.\nDesirable\nPrevious inventory, stock control, or warehouse management experience.\nKnowledge of inventory management procedures and stock control disciplines.\nExperience using warehouse or inventory management systems.\nUnderstanding of controlled drug procedures and regulatory requirements.\nKnowledge of health and safety standards within a distribution environment.\nFamiliarity with security and operational procedures.\nUnderstanding of Service Centre operations and administration processes.\nExperience working within pharmaceutical, healthcare, or distribution sectors.\nBenefits\nCompetitive salary package.\nCareer development and progression opportunities.\nOngoing training and professional development.\nOpportunity to lead and develop a high-performing team.\nExperience within a leading healthcare distribution organisation.\nSupportive and collaborative working environment.\nEmployee wellbeing support programmes.\nOpportunity to contribute to business-critical inventory and operational performance.\n.\nHigh 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.\nCertified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), or equivalent certification preferred.\nWhat Cencora offers\nBenefit 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.\nFull timeAffiliated Companies\nAffiliated Companies: Alliance Healthcare Management Services LimitedEqual Employment Opportunity\nCencora 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.\nThe 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.\nCencora 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 . We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. 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