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 Pharmaceutical sector looking to advance their careers.

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

💼 WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS:-The Dispensary Manager - East London position is an important role within the Pharmaceutical sector, offering meaningful career development and professional growth opportunities.

📈 CAREER DEVELOPMENT INSIGHTS:-This role in Pharmaceutical 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 Others• Specific achievements in the Pharmaceutical field• Any certifications or specialized training

🌍 SOUTH AFRICA JOB MARKET CONTEXT:-The Pharmaceutical 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

Permanent Position Sectors: General Merchandise (FMCG) Reference Number: 205995

Employer: Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited

The Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is seeking a highly capable individual to fill the role of Dispensary Manager for their East London location. This role involves managing and overseeing the dispensary, including self-medication services and staff supervision, ensuring pharmaceutical care for patients and upholding compliance with regulations.

Requirements

Essential Qualifications: - Grade 12 / Matric - BPharm / equivalent qualification - Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) - Registered tutor - Unisolv experience - Experience in staff supervision - Proficiency in computer usage (MS Office) - Strong command of English and a second language - Willingness to work retail hours - Additional advantages include previous management experience with at least 7 staff, retail/FMCG experience, third additional language, SAP and E-Scripting experience

Key Responsibilities: - Ensure adequate staffing of dispensary and self-medication areas with staff working within their scope of practice - Adhere to Good Pharmacy Practice rules and regulations - Regularly dispose of expired/short-dated stock and keep it separate from usable stock - Investigate and manage negative stock daily - Prepare for stocktake in advance - Follow stock ordering process for optimal purchasing compliance - Maintain stock levels - Lock away Schedule 6 medication and maintain a balanced register quarterly - Keep SAPC registration and annual registration fees up to date - Accurately interpret scripts and maintain professional responsibility in accordance with SAPC requirements - Capture script details accurately and verify patients’ details on the system - Ensure accurate picking/packing/labeling and checking of medication - Provide patients with clear instructions on correct medicine use - Stay updated on medical aid procedures and requirements for claims and dispensing - Explain medical aid costs to patients - Process all paperwork for accurate submission of claims to medical aids - Authorize chronic, HIV and AIDS, and oncology medication - Maintain customer profiles on the system and notify UCS for centralized merging - Address any messages on customer profiles and take suitable action - Ensure Dispensary Admin Assistant is trained and proficient in dispensary administration - Competencies include English and second language proficiency, good communication skills, basic dosing and drug interactions knowledge, customer service focus, supervisor experience, conflict management, strong attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, team player attitude, time management, pressure management, and computer literacy (MS Office) - Advantageous qualifications include knowledge of Retail/FMCG operations, third additional language, Unisolv, SAP, and E-Scripting experience, and familiarity with drug and family planning, and complementary medicine

Special Conditions: - Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council - Willingness to work retail hours - Ability to work in a controlled room temperature environment with security, limited space, health and safety, and risk management - Physical fitness to stand for long periods, valid driver's license, and reliable transportation - South African citizenship and clear credit and criminal records

Remuneration and Benefits: - Market-related salary - Medical aid - Provident fund - Staff account

Dis-Chem Pharmacies Limited is committed to equality and diversity. Successful candidates will be contacted within two weeks of the closing date. If no contact is made, the application will be considered unsuccessful. Dis-Chem adheres to its Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy and actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities.