Dispensary Manager - East London East London

📌 OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW:-Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is actively recruiting for a Dispensary Manager - East London position in East London. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in the Medical / Healthcare sector looking to advance their careers.

🎯 IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE:-We are seeking talented individuals with the following profile:• Experience Level: Not Specified • Educational Background: Bachelor or equivalent• Industry Focus: Medical / Healthcare• Location Preference: in East London

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:-Healthcare professionals including Dispensary Manager - East London are essential service providers. This role contributes directly to community health and wellbeing.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS:-This role in Medical / Healthcare offers valuable career progression opportunities aligned with your experience level and professional aspirations.

📋 APPLICATION GUIDANCE:-When applying for this Dispensary Manager - East London position, ensure your CV highlights:• Relevant experience matching the Not Specified requirement• Educational qualifications in line with Bachelor• Specific achievements in the Medical / Healthcare field• Any certifications or specialized training

🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXT:-The Medical / Healthcare sector in South Africa continues to show strong demand for skilled professionals. This position represents a valuable opportunity in the current job market.

**Job Title:** Dispensary Manager – East London **Company:** Dis‑Chem Pharmacies Limited

**Salary:** Market‑related **Job Type:** Permanent **Sector:** FMCG **Reference:** 205995

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### Vacancy Details **Employer:** Dis‑Chem Pharmacies Limited

Dis‑Chem Pharmacies is actively seeking a qualified Dispensary Manager to oversee operations at its East London location. The incumbent will be responsible for managing the dispensary, supervising self‑medication services and staff, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality pharmaceutical care, and meeting all patient‑related requirements.

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### Essential Qualifications - Grade 12 / Matric, BPharm or an equivalent qualification - Current registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) - Registered tutor status - Proven experience with Unisolv - Demonstrated ability to supervise a team - Proficiency in Microsoft Office - Strong numerical aptitude - Excellent command of English and fluency in a second language - Willingness and flexibility to work retail hours

### Advantageous Qualifications - Prior management experience overseeing at least seven staff members - Background in retail/FMCG environments - Proficiency in a third language - SAP experience - Familiarity with e‑scripting

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### Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure that both the dispensary and self‑medication sections are adequately staffed and that all personnel operate within their scope of practice. - Enforce adherence to Good Pharmacy Practice regulations among staff. - Prevent the retention of expired or short‑dated inventory and ensure proper disposal of such stock, keeping it segregated from usable items. - Investigate and manage negative stock levels daily. - Prepare for stocktakes in advance and follow the established ordering process to maximise purchasing compliance. - Maintain optimal stock levels and secure Schedule 6 medications, keeping the register balanced quarterly. - Keep SAPC registration and annual fees current. - Accurately interpret prescriptions, acting responsibly and within legal requirements set by the SAPC. - Record prescription details precisely and verify patient information within the system. - Execute correct picking, packing, labeling and checking of medicines, remaining aware of common dosages and significant drug interactions. - Provide patients with clear instructions on proper medication use. - Stay informed about updates to medical aid procedures and claim requirements. - Explain all medical aid costs to patients and process paperwork for accurate claim submission. - Authorise chronic, HIV/AIDS and oncology medication as required. - Maintain customer profiles in the system, merge local profiles and notify UCS for central merges. - Record any messages on customer profiles and act accordingly. - Train the Dispensary Admin Assistant to handle the bulk of administrative tasks.

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### Core Competencies

**Essential** - Fluency in English and a second language (reading, writing, speaking) - Strong communication and listening skills - Basic knowledge of dosing and key drug interactions - Customer‑service orientation - Leadership experience and ability to lead by example - Training capability for other staff - Conflict resolution skills - Acute attention to detail - Sound numerical ability - Problem‑solving aptitude - Team‑player mentality - Trustworthiness and honesty - Effective time management - Ability to perform under pressure - Computer literacy – MS Office

**Advantageous** - Knowledge of retail/FMCG operations - Third additional language proficiency - Experience with Unisolv, SAP, and e‑scripting - Understanding of drug and family planning, and complementary medicine

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### Special Conditions of Employment

• Must be registered with the South African Pharmacy Council. - Must be willing and able to work retail hours. - Work environment includes controlled room temperature, security, limited space, health and safety, and risk stock management. - Physical fitness required – ability to stand for extended periods. - Valid driver’s licence and reliable transport preferred. - South African citizenship required. - Clear credit and criminal records necessary.

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### Remuneration and Benefits

• Market‑related salary package - Medical aid coverage - Provident fund participation - Staff account benefits

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**Please note:** Only successful applicants will be contacted. If you have not been contacted within two weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful.

Dis‑Chem Pharmacies is an equal‑opportunity employer. Our approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process, aligned with Dis‑Chem’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. We actively support the recruitment of people with disabilities.