DHA Pharmacy Manager

GluCare Integrated Diabetic Center; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UAE seeks an experienced Pharmacy Manager to oversee pharmacy operations across multiple facilities. This strategic role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, managing a diverse pharmacy team, and supporting the expansion of services both locally and internationally. The ideal candidate will lead pharmacy operations, ensure quality care, and foster collaboration. Excellent leadership skills and a deep understanding of pharmacy regulations in the UAE are essential. Join us to shape the future of pharmacy services!

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in pharmacy management.
• Strong understanding of healthcare regulations in the UAE.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead pharmacy operations across multiple facilities.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and prepare for audits.
• Manage, coach, and develop pharmacy staff.
• Oversee inventory and procurement processes.
• Support international expansion of pharmacy services.
• Collaborate with other departments on patient care.

Skills

Leadership in pharmacy operations

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Inventory management

People management

Collaboration across functions

Education

Pharmacy degree

Job description

Overview

Location: 268 Al Wasl Rd, Dubai & Grove Mall, Al Barsha, Dubai, UAE

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and strategic Pharmacy Manager to lead and oversee pharmacy operations across multiple GluCare facilities in the UAE, while also playing a key role in scaling GluCare’s pharmacy model internationally as the organization expands.

This role combines hands-on operational leadership, people management, and strategic planning, ensuring that pharmacy services consistently meet regulatory, clinical, financial, and patient-experience standards across all locations.

Responsibilities

• Pharmacy & Multi-Facility Operations
  • Lead and oversee day-to-day pharmacy operations across multiple GluCare clinics, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant dispensing practices.
  • Standardize pharmacy workflows, SOPs, and quality standards across all facilities.
  • Monitor service levels, turnaround times, stock availability, and patient satisfaction.
  • Support facility-level pharmacy teams to ensure consistent performance and adherence to GluCare standards.
• Regulatory & Clinical Compliance
  • Ensure full compliance with DHA, MOHAP, and applicable international regulations.
  • Lead preparation for audits, inspections, and licensing requirements across facilities.
  • Maintain up-to-date documentation, policies, and pharmacy records in line with regulatory standards.
  • Work closely with the Pharmacist-in-Charge (where applicable) to ensure patient safety and compliance.
• People Management & Leadership
  • Manage, coach, and develop pharmacy teams across locations, including pharmacists, assistants, and pharmacy operations staff.
  • Oversee staffing plans, rotas, performance reviews, and continuous professional development.
  • Support onboarding, training, and competency assessments for new pharmacy staff.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, service excellence, and collaboration.
• Inventory, Procurement & Financial Oversight
  • Oversee procurement, stock planning, and inventory optimization across all facilities.
  • Monitor margins, cost control, supplier performance, and wastage reduction.
  • Ensure accurate reporting on stock levels, consumption trends, and financial performance.
  • Collaborate with Finance and Operations on budgeting and cost optimization initiatives.
• International Expansion & Scaling
  • Support the setup and operational readiness of new pharmacy services in upcoming GluCare facilities, including international locations.
  • Contribute to the development of scalable pharmacy models, SOPs, and operating frameworks suitable for global rollout.
  • Liaise with external stakeholders, suppliers, and regulatory bodies in new markets as required.
  • Provide subject-matter expertise during feasibility planning and launch phases.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Work closely with Clinical, Operations, Finance, Insurance, IT, and Supply Chain teams.
  • Ensure pharmacy operations align with clinical pathways and patient-care delivery models.
  • Provide regular updates on risks, performance metrics, and improvement initiatives to senior leadership.

Understands, follows and supports all hospital infection control programs to ensure patient and staff safety.