Job summary
Suffolk Primary Care is seeking a Wholesale Logistics Assistant wanted to provide logistical, administrative and governance support to our Wholesale operations based at Combs Ford in Stowmarket.
You will work closely with our small wholesale team to ensure the everyday smooth operation, efficient order processing, inventory management and customer service. The role involves receiving, checking and handling (packing) of pharmaceutical products.
No previous experience in this role is required, however the role requires an individual who is motivated and keen to learn. This position will require good numeracy skills and basic knowledge of Excel and Word. Good communication skills are essential. The successful applicant will be self-motivating and willing to accept new tasks and challenges as the wholesale operation grows. Accuracy and attention to detail are essential qualities.
The working hours required will be between 20-30 hours per week.
We will be shortlisting for interview stage week commencing 29th September.
Main duties of the job
To ensure that customer orders are received on schedule.
Maintaining accurate and up to date records including purchase and sales ledger and stock control Sheets.
Work to despatch targets.
Issuing of invoices and checking of supplier/client statements.
Manage stock control systems and reconciliation data.
Check room temperatures are kept at agreed parameters and daily records maintained.
Carry out wholesale activities in compliance with Good Distribution Practice.
Work closely with the Manager to process wholesale orders, including associated administration such as entering orders onto system, credit control, managing returns, ensuring batch control and over seeing shipping.
Oversee goods received; checking and recording.
Oversee goods dispatched; including packing, checking and labelling.
Recording of financials through the raising of purchase orders, invoices and or credit notes.
Ensure all business finance related information required is passed to the finance team.
Managing returns and complaints received.
Work within and keep up to date our business processes and standard operating procedures.
Fully participate in business self-inspection on a monthly basis.
Monitor licence holders eligibility to trade on a monthly basis.
Undertake bone fides checks annually to verify the legitimacy of both Suppliers and Customers.
Receive and act on MHRA alerts and product recalls.
About us
SPC is an innovative partnership of Suffolk GP surgeries.
Doctors and practice staff share resources and work together to ensure patients continue to receive high quality healthcare.
Suffolk Primary Care is committed to a policy of equal opportunities in employment. Applicants will ideally be fully vaccinated against Covid.
Benefits of working for SPC include:
NHS Pension Scheme
The NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefits scheme
Life insurance
Family benefits including an adult dependents pension and childrens pension
Ill health benefits
20% employer contribution
Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme
No deposit
No credit check
Fully comprehensive insurance
Servicing and tyres
Breakdown cover
Up to £2,000 contribution from SPC subject to conditions
Proper Pay & Cost of Living Benefits
Living Wage Foundation Accredited
GP Remote Working
Eye Care Vouchers Health Service Discounts
Annual Leave - Minimum 33 days including bank holidays FTE with enhancements for long service
Enhanced Maternity & Paternity terms
High street discounts through our own online portal
Technology and Homewares Salary Sacrifice schemes with Currys and John Lewis
Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Gym Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Details
Date posted
05 September 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£24,250 to £25,500 a year Full time equivalent
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A4981-25-0002
Job locations
Combs Ford Surgery
Combs Lane
Stowmarket
Suffolk
IP14 2SY
Employer details
Employer name
Suffolk Primary Care
Address
Combs Ford Surgery
Combs Lane
Stowmarket
Suffolk
IP14 2SY
Employer's website
http://suffolkprimarycare.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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