Senior Pharmacist

The Senior Pharmacist will be responsible for overseeing all pharmacy operations to ensure the safe and accurate dispensing of medicines. This role involves managing inventory and procurement processes, negotiating discounts with distributors, supervising pharmacy staff, and ensuring strict compliance with pharmaceutical regulations and organizational standard operating procedures (SOPs). The Senior Pharmacist will also maintain accurate records, monitor billing accuracy, and prepare regular reports on pharmacy performance and stock status.

Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise daily pharmacy activities including prescription verification, dispensing, and patient counseling.
- Manage medicine inventory by monitoring stock availability, expiry dates, proper storage conditions, and conducting physical stock audits.
- Coordinate procurement by comparing supplier quotations, negotiating distributor discounts, and securing competitive purchase prices.
- Verify purchase orders and deliveries, monitor bonus schemes, credit notes, returns, and replacement claims.
- Maintain updated supplier records and ensure all purchases are made through authorized distributors.
- Oversee pharmacy staff scheduling, training, and adherence to SOPs.
- Monitor billing and point-of-sale (POS) accuracy, report discrepancies, and maintain operational records.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable drug-control regulations and medication safety standards.
- Prepare periodic reports covering stock status, procurement activities, discounts received, expiry losses, and overall pharmacy performance.

Required Qualifications:
- Pharm-D or an equivalent pharmacy qualification.
- Valid professional registration as required by regulatory authorities.
- 3 to 5 years of relevant pharmacy experience, preferably including supervisory and procurement responsibilities.
- Strong knowledge of medicines, inventory management, supplier negotiation, pharmacy software, and regulatory compliance.

Required Skills:
- Leadership and team management abilities.
- Effective communication and negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in inventory control and problem-solving.
- High attention to detail and professional integrity.

Compensation and Work Location:
The position offers a monthly salary ranging from Rs 50,000 to Rs 80,000. The role requires in-person attendance at the designated work location.