About Alliance Healthcare
Alliance Healthcare is a manufacturer, wholesaler and distributor. They specialise in pharmaceutical, surgical and healthcare products.
Job description from Alliance Healthcare
Job Details
Employer: Alliance Healthcare
Location: Exeter EX2 8QW
Salary: £11.90 + Benefits listed below
Hours per week: 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday 10am to 2pm.
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 centre of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!
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 in Exeter, 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, HelloFresh and more
- Charity days for events such as Children in Need and fun activities all year-round
- 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
- 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
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.
Find out more information about us at: https://www.alliance-healthcare.co.uk/
If this appeals to you, we want to hear from you! Click apply here, submit your application and we will aim to contact you within the week.
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Cencora is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, colour, 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.
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.
Part 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 hrsc@cencora.com. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned
Job insights from Breakroom
Warehouse operative
Warehouse operatives take delivery of goods, and pick, pack and dispatch products
What you’ll do as a warehouse operative:
- Take delivery of goods and raw materials
- Pack and wrap goods
- Check for damaged or missing items
- Make sure stock is stored correctly and safely
- Load goods ready for dispatch
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Standing
- Heavy lifting
- Night work
- Cleaning
- Physical activities
Map
Exeter
What employees say
Pay
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Good
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Most people are paid a living wage
Do Alliance Healthcare pay warehouse operatives enough to live on?
Most people are paid a living wage.
How we know this
67% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are £12.00 per hour, and £13.15 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
Needs improving
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Most people are paid below market rates
Do Alliance Healthcare pay warehouse operatives market rates?
Most people are paid less than average for their job.
How we know this
82% of people are paid below average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
Okay
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Only some people get paid breaks
Do warehouse operatives at Alliance Healthcare get paid breaks?
Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
How we know this
38% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do Alliance Healthcare pay warehouse operatives sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
68% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 22 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
Good
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Most people don’t do unpaid extra work
Do warehouse operatives at Alliance Healthcare do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
88% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Good
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Most people don’t worry about their hours
Do warehouse operatives at Alliance Healthcare worry about hours?
Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
85% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get any choice of shifts
Do warehouse operatives at Alliance Healthcare get to choose the shifts they work?
Most people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
68% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
Needs improving
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Hard to change shifts
How easy is it for warehouse operatives at Alliance Healthcare to change shifts?
Most people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
80% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.
Okay
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Can be hard to book holiday
How easy is it for warehouse operatives to book a holiday at Alliance Healthcare?
Some people find it hard to book holiday.
How we know this
50% of people report it’s hard to book holidays.Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
Good
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Shifts don’t get changed at short notice
Do Alliance Healthcare managers change warehouse operatives shifts at short notice?
Most managers don’t change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
76% of people say their manager doesn’t changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
Okay
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Some people find it hard to take sick leave
How easy is it for warehouse operatives to take sick leave at Alliance Healthcare?
Some people find it hard to take sick leave.
How we know this
61% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
Okay
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Only some parents say it’s good
Is working as warehouse operatives at Alliance Healthcare good if you have caring responsibilities?
Only some parents and carer say this is a good place to work.
How we know this
60% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and February 2024.
Why this matters
Whether it’s looking after children or caring for a relative, a good job should support your responsibilities outside of work.
Workplace
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Okay
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Only some people feel treated with respect
Do warehouse operatives at Alliance Healthcare feel treated with respect by their managers?
Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
52% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
Good
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Most people get proper breaks
Do warehouse operatives at Alliance Healthcare get proper breaks?
Most people get proper breaks.
How we know this
88% of people report that they get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
Needs improving
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Most people are stressed
Is it stressful for warehouse operatives to work at Alliance Healthcare?
Most people feel stressed here.
How we know this
69% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t enjoy their job
Do warehouse operatives at Alliance Healthcare enjoy their jobs?
Most people don’t enjoy their job.
How we know this
70% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do warehouse operatives at Alliance Healthcare recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
67% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
Okay
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Only some people get enough training
Do warehouse operatives get enough training when they start at Alliance Healthcare?
Some people did’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
64% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get support to progress
Are warehouse operatives given support to progress at Alliance Healthcare?
Most people aren’t given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 71% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do warehouse operatives think Alliance Healthcare head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
89% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t feel well informed by head office
Do warehouse operatives feel well informed about how Alliance Healthcare is doing?
Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
73% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2022 and May 2024.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
What Alliance Healthcare employees say about their job
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Best thing
The ease of holiday
Worst thing
The time and not getting compensated
Alliance Healthcare Employee, January 2024
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Best thing
Break time and going home
Worst thing
Very fast paced and back breaking, repetitive you're stuck in the one location with no chance of upskilling to another part of the warehouse.
Alliance Healthcare Warehouse operative, July 2023
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