Sr. Pharmacist

Sant Nirankari Health City; New Delhi; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Sant Nirankari Health City seeks an experienced Hospital Pharmacy Operations Lead to oversee daily dispensing, ensure SOP adherence, and coordinate procurement for a large healthcare facility in Delhi. You will manage inventory, regulatory compliance, and vendor relations while mentoring a team of pharmacists and interns.

The role emphasizes ERP-based inventory management, quality control, and collaboration with QA/QC, clinical teams, and hospital departments to ensure continuous drug

Qualifications

• B.Pharm is mandatory for the role.
• M.Pharm is preferred for advanced responsibilities.
• 8–10 years in hospital pharmacy operations and supply chain, with 3–5 years in supervisor roles.
• Strong background in inventory control, procurement, distribution systems, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience leading pharmacy operations and managing supplier relationships in tertiary care settings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily pharmacy operations ensuring smooth dispensing and distribution of medicines.
• Implement and monitor SOPs for pharmacy processes.
• Ensure compliance with drug storage, handling, and security protocols.
• Supervise pharmacy staff including pharmacists, assistants, and interns.
• Manage procurement activities in collaboration with the Procurement department.
• Monitor stock levels, expiry dates, and batch recalls.
• Conduct regular stock audits and manage inventory to minimize wastage and stock-outs.
• Implement inventory management systems (e.g., automated dispensing, ERP integration).
• Ensure all pharmaceutical products meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with QA/QC teams for inspection and validation of received medicines.
• Maintain compliance with NABH, JCI, and local drug control regulations.
• Facilitate audits related to pharmacy operations and supply chain.
• Liaise with approved vendors for procurement, negotiate prices, and ensure timely delivery.
• Evaluate vendor performance and compliance.
• Assist in pharmacy budget planning related to procurement and operational expenses.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality and report variances to management.
• Conduct training programs on inventory management, quality control, and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor junior pharmacists and support staff to enhance operational efficiency.
• Work closely with clinical teams to ensure availability of critical medicines.
• Coordinate with hospital departments for smooth patient care and drug supply.

Skills

Inventory control

Medication distribution systems

Procurement

Regulatory compliance

Leadership / supervision

Hospital pharmacy operations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm)

Master's in Pharmacy (M.Pharm)

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Mediware

McKesson

Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. Oversee daily pharmacy operations ensuring smooth dispensing and distribution of medicines.
2. Implement and monitor Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for pharmacy processes.
3. Ensure compliance with drug storage, handling, and security protocols.
4. Supervise pharmacy staff including pharmacists, assistants, and interns.
5. Manage procurement activities in collaboration with the Procurement department.
6. Monitor stock levels, expiry dates, and batch recalls.
7. Conduct regular stock audits and manage inventory to minimize wastage and stock‑outs.
8. Implement inventory management systems (e.g., automated dispensing, ERP integration).
9. Ensure all pharmaceutical products meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
10. Coordinate with QA/QC teams for inspection and validation of received medicines.
11. Maintain compliance with NABH, JCI, and local drug control regulations.
12. Facilitate audits related to pharmacy operations and supply chain.
13. Liaise with approved vendors for procurement, negotiate prices, and ensure timely delivery.
14. Evaluate vendor performance and compliance.
15. Assist in pharmacy budget planning related to procurement and operational expenses.
16. Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality and report variances to management.
17. Conduct training programs on inventory management, quality control, and regulatory compliance.
18. Mentor junior pharmacists and support staff to enhance operational efficiency.
19. Work closely with clinical teams to ensure availability of critical medicines.
20. Coordinate with hospital departments for smooth patient care and drug supply.

Experience Qualifications

1. Bachelor s Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm) - Mandatory
2. Master s in Pharmacy (M.Pharm) - Preferred
3. 8-10years of progressive experience in hospital pharmacy operations and supply chain management, with at least 3-5 years in a supervisory or senior-level role in Preferred in tertiary care hospitals.
4. Strong background in inventory control, medication distribution systems, procurement, and regulatory compliance.
5. Demonstrated experience in:
   1. Leading pharmacy operations (inpatient, outpatient, central pharmacy, stores).
   2. Managing pharmacy procurement and supplier relationships.
   3. Implementing or managing ERP/supply chain software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Mediware, McKesson).
   4. Handling drug formulary management, cost control, and drug utilization reviews.
   5. Navigating drug shortage scenarios and emergency procurement strategies.
   6. Working with accreditation standards (e.g., JCI, NABH, ISO).

Remuneration: As per industry standards

Why Join Us:

At Sant Nirankari Health City, we offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. Join us in our mission to deliver exceptional healthcare services while upholding the highest standards of quality and patient care.