- Where
- Cape Town, Western Cape, ZA
- Level
- Mid
Our client in the pharmaceutical industry is seeking an experienced and compliance-focused Deputy Responsible Pharmacist to support the Responsible Pharmacist in ensuring pharmaceutical distribution and wholesale operations comply with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements and Good Distribution/Wholesaling Practices. The role will oversee key quality and operational activities while deputising for the Responsible Pharmacist when required.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure compliance with applicable pharmaceutical legislation and regulatory requirements, including SAHPRA, SAPC, cGDP/GWP and Good Pharmacy Practice.
Support and maintain an effective Quality Management System (QMS), including SOPs, deviations, non-conformances, CAPAs, validation and risk assessments.
Deputise for the Responsible Pharmacist, performing RP responsibilities and acting as the stand-in RP when required.
Oversee product release, pharmaceutical storage, quarantine, returns, recalls, cold chain and scheduled medicine controls.
Maintain Schedule 5 and Schedule 6 registers and ensure appropriate management of Section 21 medicines.
Prepare for regulatory and third-party audits, address findings and ensure corrective actions are implemented and closed out.
Support pharmacovigilance, product complaints, reverse logistics and stock management activities.
Ensure pharmaceutical products are appropriately stored, transported, documented and handled throughout distribution operations.
Engage with SAHPRA, Department of Health and SAPC, while maintaining effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external authorities.
Provide GDP/GWP training and support continuous compliance across warehouse and distribution operations.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm).
Active registration with the SAPC.
2–3 years' experience as a Pharmacist or Deputy Pharmacist.
Experience within a pharmaceutical distribution or wholesale environment advantageous.
Experience with Quality Management Systems advantageous.
The ideal candidate is highly detail-oriented, quality-driven and comfortable operating within a strictly regulated pharmaceutical environment. Strong judgement, regulatory awareness, problem-solving, stakeholder engagement and organisational skills are essential, together with the ability to take accountability and confidently deputise for the Responsible Pharmacist when required.
If you are a registered Pharmacist ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to quality, compliance and excellence within pharmaceutical distribution, apply now using the link below.