U.S. supply chain network

Distribution excellence

Our integrated U.S. distribution network moves wholesale and specialty products safely and reliably, evolving to meet the needs of providers and patients.
Cencora associate fulfilling pharmaceutical orders in a US distribution center.
Available for
  • Pharmacies
  • Physician practices
  • Health systems
Available in
  • U.S.
Related capabilities
  • Wholesale and specialty distribution
  • Pharmacy solutions
  • Hospital and health system solutions
  • Practice and clinic solutions

Distribution built for consistency and adaptability

Pharmaceutical distribution is more complex than ever. Demand changes quickly, product needs vary by site of care, and inventory decisions carry more weight. We address that complexity with flexible distribution capabilities and agile responses to shifting demand. Our teams, processes, technologies, and infrastructure help you monitor product movement, manage order activity, and adapt operations.

3 things you can count on

A strong safety culture supports consistent execution. Through training, site-level engagement, and operational discipline, we reinforce the consistency, responsiveness, and reliability that our customers depend on every day.

Operational consistency

Standardized processes, experienced teams and operational controls support dependable performance across receiving, inventory, fulfillment, and delivery.

Responsive continuity

Network visibility, coordinated response, and flexible distribution models help keep products moving as demand shifts, care settings change, or disruptions occur.

Reliable product access

Controlled handling and reliable transportation help customers maintain access to the products they need, including therapies with complex storage and distribution requirements.

At a glance

5M
products delivered every day; 1B+ annually
5.5K+
team members across distribution centers
99.97%
order filling accuracy
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Wholesale distribution for pharmacies, hospitals, and health systems

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Follow product through our wholesale distribution network, from inbound receiving to outbound delivery. This video shows how our distribution centers help care teams spend less time managing supply and more time serving patients.

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Specialty distribution for specialty pharmacies, physician practices, and sites of care

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Follow complex therapies through our specialty distribution network, from cold-chain pack-out to outbound shipping. This video shows how our specialty distribution centers help care teams can spend less time tracking shipments and more time tending to patient needs.

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Specialty distribution for complex therapies

Complex therapies require tighter temperature control, careful handling, and dependable documentation. We support biologics, biosimilars, cell and gene therapies, and therapeutic areas such as oncology, with specialty distribution, cold-chain handling, and high-care pack-out. As you expand into new clinics or therapeutic areas, our dependable specialty standards support your growth.

Besse Medical

Besse Medical is one of the largest and most trusted pharmaceutical distribution partners for community physician practices in the U.S. It serves a broad range of specialties for physicians, including vision, rheumatology, urology, gastroenterology, neurology, cardiology, primary care, and more.

Oncology Supply

Oncology Supply supports community oncology practices across the U.S. with specialty distribution services, thousands of oncology products, and innovative business solutions. These capabilities help practices reduce administrative burden and stay focused on patient care.

Integrated supply chain solutions for time-sensitive and specialized products

We deliver integrated supply chain solutions that meet complex handling and delivery requirements. No matter what you're ordering, we can help you maintain product integrity and keep wholesale and specialty products moving reliably.

Last mile delivery services
Our last mile logistics support safe, compliant, and on-time delivery from distribution hubs to hospitals, pharmacies, or patients.
  • Logistics and warehousing
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Cell and gene therapy (CGT) logistics
We provide cell and gene innovators with an end-to-end storage and distribution solution to support the sale of advanced therapies.
  • Logistics and warehousing
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U.S. seasonal vaccines
Run a successful flu, COVID-19, and RSV vaccine program with reliable supply, demand forecasting, and year-round support built for U.S. pharmacies, health systems, and providers.
  • Pharmacy solutions
  • Wholesale and specialty distribution
  • Practice and clinic solutions
  • Hospital and health systems
  • Pharmacies
  • Physician practices
  • Health systems
  • U.S.
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Ordering that works for you

Ordering should be simple. With our ordering platforms, you can place orders by phone, fax, web, or convenient self-service tools.

An end-to-end supply chain

Distribution excellence requires coordination across a broad supply chain ecosystem. For our manufacturing partners, we extend that support through our 3PL services.
Cencora associate working in a warehouse.

Explore our U.S. supply chain network

Take a closer look at the infrastructure and operational capabilities behind our network. Our coordinated distribution model helps support reliable product access, strengthens continuity, and serves diverse sites of care with confidence.
Cencora’s US pharmaceutical distribution network.

U.S. supply chain network

We help healthcare providers access the products patients need, stay resilient, and prepare for what comes next.
Cencora team monitoring the US pharmaceutical supply chain.

Supply chain resiliency

We keep critical medications moving across the U.S. When disruptions occur, we help protect patient access and product availability.
Cencora associate verifying pharmaceutical product data for regulatory compliance.

Quality and regulatory

We support regulatory readiness through  secure operating processes that help reduce friction across the healthcare ecosystem.

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Connect with our supply chain team

Our team of supply chain experts is here to assist you. Whether you have questions or need more detailed information, don’t hesitate to get in touch. We’re dedicated to providing the support you need.

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