All staff are expected to understand the principles of Good Distribution Practice of Medicinal products for Human use (2013/C 68/01) which is reflected in our SOP - REF Chapter 1 AHDL GDP 1.1. it will be a requirement for all staff to be trained in this SOP and have an annual refresher. All other GDP training will be job specific and as per your personal training matrix. The role will require you to live and work the company's values Service, Trust, Entrepreneurship, Partnership and Simplicity. Please note the Job Title "Banksman" refers to the industry recognised job title, the role is not gender specific i.e the role is equally suitable to males / females. Job Purpose: To direct and control the movements of vehicles at a service centre, these include light commercial vehicles and large goods vehicles entering and exiting the "Despatch" yard. Traffic Management The Banksman is in charge of helping manage the traffic flow, movement and direction of site vehicles. By doing so;

• He/she assists the management team in the creation of safe systems of operation for vehicle and pedestrian movements in and out of the yard areas.
• At peak times, he/she assists and guides drivers in their duties of manoeuvring vehicles into and out of designated parking / loading / unloading areas
• At peak times he/she is required to manage and control the safe interaction of pedestrians and vehicles on the bay and in the yard areas.
• Bring to the attention of site management where colleagues, visiting drivers or visitors fail to follow their instruction, or operate safely
As there is a lot of movement on the site, the banksman is an essential part of the smooth flow of operations. Objectives:
• To plan and agree the safe methods of operation for the transport and yard in conjunction with the Fleet & Transport Manager, Driver Team Manager and H&S and Compliance Manager
• To complete or assist in the completion of the relevant Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work for the areas under your direct control
• To directly control the peak activity times as specified by the Risk Assessments, this includes the direction of vehicles and pedestrians working in these areas
• In conjunction with and supported by the Management Team actively endorse, promote and manage our IIP culture and status.
• Support the Warehouse & Transport Management Teams in achieving departmental and company objectives
• Carry out any reasonable request as determined by the Service Centre Management Team promoting and supporting company initiatives
• To ensure that the transport yard is clean and clear of any rubbish
• To assist the despatch porters with bringing in empty totes into the warehouse that have been brought back by drivers following there morning deliveries
• To assist with the cleaning of soiled totes that have been returned from driver deliveries
• To assist with other departments where needed, Service Centre Management Team
• Outbound Managers and Porters
• Driver Team Managers and Drivers
• External Suppliers & Hauliers
Level of Decision Making:
• On completion of training this role does have some autonomy in decision making, within limits set by company policy and the Driver Team Manager.
• Working with Team Members and the Management Team to formulate recommendations for the improvement of processes and procedures., An element of flexibility will be required in relation to overtime, which may include full days, Saturdays and Bank Holiday working where necessary to meet the needs of the business. This will be agreed and with as much notice as possible, as per the Staff Handbook.
• Elements of overtime within other roles will be required.
  
  (The key behaviours required to achieve high levels of performance)
Leadership Keeping the organisations vision and values at the forefront of associate decision making and action Customer Focus Making customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; developing and sustaining productive customer relationships. (This competency refers to both internal and external customers/clients) Developing Self and Others Develops self, other colleagues and teams to optimise potential and support the achievement of business objectives Managing Change Welcomes change as part of working life and actively looks for ways to improve business performance Decision Making Analyses and interprets data and situations to make informed business decisions Communication Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the message Planning and Organising Plans, manages and organises time, tasks and resources to achieve business deadlines and targets Skills / Knowledge:
• Ability to engage and deliver motivation and form positive conditions amongst staff
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent own time management with key focus on staff management
• Knowledge of department dependant systems with confidence to learn others
• Ability to use initiative within pre-determined boundaries
• Ability to prioritise within pre-determined boundaries
• Familiarity with Security, Audit and Compliance processes.
• Formal Banksman training is required - this is not a prerequisite to securing the position as full training will be given.
• The ability to act as the site trainer for cascading Banksman training to other colleagues working in these areas.
  
  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 center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!, Through the passion of our people, we will be the most effective, responsive and flexible healthcare solutions company in the UK providing first class service and logistics to our customers.