Co-operative pharmacy launches new distribution system
Thursday 29th October 2009
Pharmacy jobs provider the Co-operative has opened a new £16 million distribution facility.
Managing director for Co-operative Pharmacy John Nuttall commented that the National Distribution Centre Meir Park warehouse is the most advanced pharmaceutical distribution centre in Europe.
He suggested it serves as testament to the organisations' ongoing dedication to developing the business, adding: "It will set new standards in terms of efficiency and will help in building relationships with EU suppliers."
The new institution opened in Stoke-on-Trent covers 190,000 sq ft and will cater to all the Co-operative's 800 pharmacy branches, ensuring that prescription drugs and other products are delivered to each outlet daily.
It was opened by the organisation's chief executive Peter Marks and Stoke City FC player Rory Delap.
John Proctor of Blackpool, who works in a pharmacy job for the company, was recently presented with the Pride of the Co-operative Award in recognition of his customer service skills.
Written by Alex Franklin Stortford
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