Manager Stores

The Manager Stores at Al Shifa Trust Eye Hospital leads and oversees all facets of hospital store operations ensuring efficient management of pharmaceutical and medical consumables inventory. This role requires close adherence to WHO guidelines and health and safety compliance standards. The Manager collaborates cross-departmentally to anticipate demand, manage supply chain processes, and maintain accurate inventory records. They hold accountability for loss prevention, incident investigation, and compliance with regulatory frameworks. Equipped with a Pharm-D and advanced education in public health or supply chain management, the candidate will directly manage a team of five, providing guidance and workforce scheduling to optimize daily store performance. This position demands extensive experience in hospital store management, pharmacy operations, and healthcare logistics. The Manager Stores applies their expertise to implement ERP systems for inventory tracking, conduct cycle counting, and address inventory shrinkage. They ensure that procurement and demand verification processes align with policy standards, while leveraging data-driven forecasting techniques. The role is integral to sustaining uninterrupted availability of medical supplies critical to patient care in a specialized eye hospital setting.
Responsibilities

Lead and manage day-to-day operations of hospital stores including pharmacy inventory and medical consumables.
Supervise and coordinate a team of five staff members, ensuring efficient workforce scheduling and productivity.
Implement and monitor compliance with WHO guidelines, health and safety regulations, and Provincial Pharmacy Council requirements.
Oversee inventory management processes such as cycle counting, inventory shrinkage analysis, stock auditing, and demand forecasting.
Manage ERP systems to maintain accurate inventory records, facilitate demand verification, and support supply chain workflows.
Conduct incident investigations related to stock discrepancies, loss prevention, and compliance breaches, preparing detailed reports.
Coordinate cross-departmentally to ensure timely supply of medical and pharmaceutical products aligned with hospital needs.
Develop strategies to optimize inventory turnover, reduce waste, and improve stock availability in a healthcare environment.
Ensure all procurement and storage practices comply with GSP/GDP standards and hospital policies.
Prepare and analyze inventory MIS reports to support operational decisions and identify areas for improvement.
Maintain professional accreditation and licensing as required by the Provincial Pharmacy Council and hospital regulations.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within store operations through staff training, process enhancements, and adoption of best practices.
Manage relationships with vendors and suppliers to guarantee quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely deliveries.
Support pharmacy operations by verifying supply demands, reviewing stock requisition documents, and managing medical consumable flows.
Ensure accurate and compliant documentation of inventory transactions and stock movement within the hospital system.