Pharmaceutical Operations Manager

1 day ago


Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Kontak Recruitment Full time
Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Pharmaceutical Operations Manager to join our team at Kontak Recruitment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safe and legal operation of the pharmacy, managing pharmaceutical services, and upholding quality standards throughout the distribution process.

About the Role:

  • Supervise all pharmacy activities to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain accurate records of purchase, sale, and storage of pharmaceutical products.
  • Establish policies and procedures for safe handling, storage, and distribution of medicines.
  • Investigate and manage product complaints, including those involving adverse drug reactions.

Requirements:

  • Registered pharmacist with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
  • Proven experience in pharmaceutical services, including knowledge of the Pharmacy Act and related regulations.
  • Ability to manage and supervise pharmacy operations and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Regulatory Compliance:
  • Ensure continuous supervision of the pharmacy.
  • Maintain the SAPC registration and licenses as required by law, including Department of Health (DOH) and Medicines Control Council (MCC) licenses.
  • Prominently display the name of the RP over the pharmacy entrance.
  • Oversee the operations of a locum pharmacist when absent.
  • Ensure that contracts with third-party contractors clearly define responsibilities.
Quality and Safety Management:
  • Establish policies and procedures for safe handling, storage, and distribution of medicines.
  • Maintain accurate records of purchase, sale, and storage of pharmaceutical products.
  • Ensure adherence to Good Pharmacy Practice standards.
  • Handle product recalls, ensuring batch traceability and timely communication with the MCC.
Warehouse Management and Good Warehouse Practice (GWP):
  • Supervise proper storage conditions and temperature control.
  • Maintain cleanliness and pest control standards within the warehouse.
  • Implement continuous training for staff in SOPs and GMP/GWP.
  • Manage returned, rejected, and quarantined goods, ensuring proper evaluation and disposal.
Inventory Management:
  • Perform regular stock reconciliations.
  • Ensure correct procedures for picking, packing, and delivery of stock.
  • Approve and maintain service level and technical agreements with suppliers and clients.
  • Ensure proper documentation and compliance with regulatory guidelines for product handling and destruction.

Working with Us:

Kontak Recruitment is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds. We specialize in niche fields and offer a fair assessment process. Our clients' needs take priority, and duties may adjust accordingly.

Salary: R45 000 - R50 000 per month

Location: Redhill, Durban



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