Lead Warehouse Associate

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This role is in support of Cencora's distribution services in the US operating through our AmerisourceBergen business.

Shift Details: Full-Time | Sun 2:30pm-finish; Monday - Thursday 5pm-finish,

Pay Details: Pay starting at$27.67 with potential for up to $34.22 based on a variety of earning opportunities including shift differentials, performance incentives, and referral bonuses.

Responsibilities :

• Spends much of the time training warehouse associates in duties and responsibilities and all associates in the safe use of equipment according to SOPs. Observes performance to correct behaviors as necessary.

• May require use of a radio frequency (RF) device to perform daily tasks.

• Responsible to assist warehouse personnel with the efficient execution of order filling, receiving, stocking and returns.

• May oversee shipping and general operations (UPS, emergency orders or general deliveries).

• Continues to perform as an individual contributor completing advanced tasks and decision making with detailed knowledge of the position and procedures.

• Provides day-to-day tactical direction and guidance to warehouse associates. Responsible for daily workloads. Coordinates and recommends efficiencies to workflow.

• Manages inventory; including monitoring levels.

• May use forklifts, reach trucks and/or other motorized equipment to move inventory.

• Assists in supervision of the department including, but not limited to, assignment of work, manpower needs to cover for associate vacations and building volume.

• Participates in associate concerns such as reporting and follow up to supervisor.

• Utilizes computer system applications for proper operation and reports.

• Complies with all appropriate policies, procedures, safety rules, and state and DEA regulations.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent

Work Experience:

• Warehouse or Distribution experience preferred (1 year or less)

Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to read and understand the English language to compare and read product descriptions, names and shelf labels.

• Must possess basic mathematical skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.

• Strong organizational skills; detail oriented.

• Have a good overall understanding of DC workflow and can work with minimal guidance

• Maintains a clean work area to help ensure that merchandise remains clean and to help prevent work related injuries.

• Ability to use good judgment to carry out detailed instructions.

• Basic computer knowledge preferred.

• Must be able to work overtime when necessary and participate in physical inventory.

• Must be a team player and demonstrate effective communication and problem-solving skills

• Must have proficiency to operate reach truck, picker machines, pallet jack, forklift, etc.

• Maintains appropriate attendance and production standard

We provide compensation, benefits, and resources that enable a highly inclusive culture and support our team members' ability to live with purpose every day. In addition to traditional offerings like medical, dental, and vision care, we also provide a comprehensive suite of benefits that focus on the physical, emotional, financial, and social aspects of wellness. This encompasses support for working families, which may include backup dependent care, adoption assistance, infertility coverage, family building support, behavioral health solutions, paid parental leave, and paid caregiver leave. To encourage your personal growth, we also offer a variety of training programs, professional development resources, and opportunities to participate in mentorship programs, employee resource groups, volunteer activities, and much more. For details, visit

*This Salary Range reflects a National Average for this job. The actual range may vary based on your locale. Ranges in Colorado/California/Washington/New York/Hawaii/Vermont/Minnesota/Massachusetts/Illinois State-specific locations may be up to 10% lower than the minimum salary range, and 12% higher than the maximum salary range.

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.

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