Pharmaceutical Warehouse Officer job at African Initiatives For Relief & Development
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Vacancy title:
Pharmaceutical Warehouse Officer

[ Type: FULL TIME , Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO , Category: Manufacturing & Warehouse ]

Jobs at:

African Initiatives For Relief & Development

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, January 15 2025 

Duty Station:
Within Uganda , Uganda, East Africa

Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, December 24 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:
The objective of this post is to ensure that the pharmaceutical warehouse operates efficiently, complies with regulations, and supports the donor’s healthcare system's needs.

Key Duties & Responsibilities
• Maintain optimal stock levels to prevent stockouts or overstocking.
• Ensure accurate inventory records using inventory management systems.
• Perform regular stock audits to reconcile physical and system records.
• Ensure all operations comply with local and international pharmaceutical regulations (e.g., WHO, or National Drug Authority).
• Maintain proper documentation for all transactions, including goods received notes, delivery notes etc.
• Adhere to proper storage conditions (temperature, humidity) as specified for different drug categories.
• Implement procedures for verifying the quality and authenticity of drugs received from suppliers.
• Monitor expiry dates and ensure timely removal of expired or near-expiry products.
• Ensure proper handling and storage to maintain drug efficacy and safety.
• Accurately and promptly process orders from healthcare facilities, pharmacies, or other clients.
• Minimize errors in picking, packing, and labelling drugs for distribution.
• Collaborate with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Reduce wastage through efficient inventory turnover and management of near-expiry drugs.
• Work effectively with warehouse staff, procurement officers, and logistics teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Train staff on safe drug handling, storage protocols, and inventory management systems.
• Address key stakeholders’ inquiries and resolve complaints regarding orders or product quality.
• Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and other stakeholders.
• Provide regular reports on inventory levels, stock movements, and performance metrics.
• Analyse trends to forecast demand and plan procurement accordingly.
• Identify and implement improvements in warehouse workflows and systems.
• Stay updated on best practices in pharmaceutical warehousing and supply chain management.

Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (BPharm).
• Pharmacist practicing License
• At least 5 years working experience in pharmaceutical supply chain or warehousing
• A certification in warehouse or supply chain management is an added advantage.

Others/Extra Details
• Ability to monitor stock levels, ensure proper storage conditions and prevent drug wastage.
• High level of honesty and Integrity
• Attention to detail and accuracy ensuring that all pharmaceutical products are correctly labelled, stored, and handled to maintain their integrity
• Experience in the use of computers and office software packages (MS Word, Excel, etc.) and knowledge of spread sheet and database packages
• Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
• Willingness to work in any part of the country

Work Hours: 8


Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education:
Bachelor Degree

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Job Info
Job Category: Management jobs in Uganda
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Wednesday, January 15 2025
Duty Station: Uganda
Posted: 24-12-2024
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 24-12-2024
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 24-12-2071
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