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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: Optimisation Clerk\nLocation: Chessington Service Centre\nWork Pattern: Full-time\nSummary of Role\nWe 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.\nResponsibilities\nAnalyse warehouse product data and performance reports to identify optimisation opportunities.\nRelocate stock and assign products to the most effective pick and reserve locations.\nProcess and set up new product lines within warehouse systems on a daily basis.\nAudit completed stock moves to ensure accuracy and compliance.\nProduce and maintain shelf-edge labels using warehouse labelling software.\nCommunicate stock location changes and optimisation activities to operational teams.\nMaintain warehouse system housekeeping and accurate record keeping at all times.\nLiaise with warehouse management and automation engineers to support operational efficiency.\nSkills and Knowledge\nStrong written and verbal communication skills.\nAbility to interpret and analyse data accurately.\nGood numerical and literacy skills.\nCompetent in Microsoft Office applications.\nExperience using warehouse management systems.\nStrong attention to detail and accuracy.\nAbility to work independently and manage priorities effectively.\nUnderstanding of health and safety requirements within a warehouse environment.\nDesirable\nExperience using Leonardo warehouse management systems.\nKnowledge of warehouse stock control and inventory processes.\nUnderstanding of automated warehouse operations.\nPrevious experience in a distribution or logistics environment.\nKnowledge of product location management and warehouse optimisation.\nExperience producing reports and analysing operational data.\nUnderstanding of Good Distribution Practice (GDP) requirements.\nExperience working alongside automation or warehouse engineering teams.\nBenefits\nCompetitive salary package.\nCompany pension scheme.\nEmployee assistance programme.\nTraining and development opportunities.\nCareer progression opportunities within a leading healthcare distribution business.\nSupportive and collaborative team environment.\nAccess to employee wellbeing initiatives.\nOpportunity to play a key role in maintaining efficient warehouse operations\n.\nHigh School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience required.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. 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