Head of Pharmacy

Job Title: Pharmacy Store Incharge

Location: Ayushman Pharmacy Store, Peoples Hospital (1500+ Bedded Facility)

Department: Medical Store / Pharmacy

Type: Full-Time

Reporting To: Head – Hospital Administration

Job Summary:

We are seeking ahighly competent and experienced Pharmacy Store Incharge to manage and streamline the operations of our Ayushman Pharmacy Store, which caters to a 1500-bedded tertiary care hospital. The ideal candidate must be well-versed in inventory management standards, including LIFO, FIFO, and ensure complete adherence to pharmacy protocols, compliance, and audit procedures. Proficiency in pharmacy management software, especially Dr. G software, is a must.

Key Responsibilities:

* Oversee end-to-end operations of the Ayushman Pharmacy Store.

* Manage inventory using **FIFO (First-In-First-Out)** and **LIFO (Last-In-First-Out)** principles to reduce wastage and optimize stock usage.

* Ensure availability of all essential drugs, surgical items, and consumables.

* Maintain proper documentation and comply with statutory & regulatory standards.

* Implement and monitor SOPs related to medicine storage, temperature control, expiry tracking, and safe handling.

* Monitor inward/outward stock movement and generate daily, weekly, and monthly MIS reports.

* Handle vendor coordination, stock audits, and replenishment cycles.

* Ensure seamless integration and use of **Dr. G software** or equivalent for stock, billing, and purchase processes.

* Work closely with the pharmacy team, purchase department, and hospital administration to meet operational needs.

* Train and supervise pharmacy staff and assistants for operational excellence.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm / M.Pharm).

* Minimum **5–8 years** of experience in hospital pharmacy/store management (preferably in large setups).

* Deep knowledge of **inventory control systems** and pharmacy store operations.

* Hands-on experience in **Dr. G software** and other pharmacy/store software tools.

* Strong leadership, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

* Familiar with **NABL, NABH, and Ayushman Bharat compliance protocols**.

* High level of integrity, accuracy, and responsibility.

Preferred Candidate Traits:

* Highly organized, disciplined, and proactive.

* Should be a **pioneer in pharmacy standards**, passionate about systems and quality control.

* Ability to manage high-pressure environments and large-scale store operations efficiently.

* Must be solution-oriented with a keen eye for operational detail.ills