Optimisation clerk

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Job Details

Job Title: Optimisation Clerk

Location: Chessington Service Centre

Work Pattern: Full-time

Summary of Role

We are seeking an organised and analytical Optimisation Clerk to support the efficient operation of our warehouse environment. This role is responsible for analysing product locations, balancing automated and manual warehouse throughput, and ensuring stock is positioned effectively to maximise productivity, accuracy, and service levels. The successful candidate will work closely with warehouse operations teams to maintain system integrity and drive continuous warehouse efficiency improvements.

Responsibilities

• Analyse warehouse product data and performance reports to identify optimisation opportunities.
• Relocate stock and assign products to the most effective pick and reserve locations.
• Process and set up new product lines within warehouse systems on a daily basis.
• Audit completed stock moves to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Produce and maintain shelf-edge labels using warehouse labelling software.
• Communicate stock location changes and optimisation activities to operational teams.
• Maintain warehouse system housekeeping and accurate record keeping at all times.
• Liaise with warehouse management and automation engineers to support operational efficiency.

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and analyse data accurately.
• Good numerical and literacy skills.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using warehouse management systems.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements within a warehouse environment.

Desirable

• Experience using Leonardo warehouse management systems.
• Knowledge of warehouse stock control and inventory processes.
• Understanding of automated warehouse operations.
• Previous experience in a distribution or logistics environment.
• Knowledge of product location management and warehouse optimisation.
• Experience producing reports and analysing operational data.
• Understanding of Good Distribution Practice (GDP) requirements.
• Experience working alongside automation or warehouse engineering teams.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Company pension scheme.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Training and development opportunities.
• Career progression opportunities within a leading healthcare distribution business.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Access to employee wellbeing initiatives.
• Opportunity to play a key role in maintaining efficient warehouse operations

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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.

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.

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