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Head of Operations - Pharmacy & Medical Supplies
About this role
The role is for a Head of Operations within the Pharmacy and Medical Supplies division, overseeing procurement, inventory management, warehousing, distribution, supplier relationships and regulatory compliance. It demands strategic and operational leadership to ensure availability and cost-effective delivery of pharmaceutical and medical supplies while meeting relevant healthcare standards. The position targets experienced professionals in pharmacy operations or healthcare supply chains, with managerial responsibilities. Med-Vical International operates multiple divisions delivering healthcare services and medical supply solutions in Edo, Nigeria.
What you would do
- Provide strategic leadership for pharmacy and medical supplies operations.
- Oversee procurement, inventory control and timely availability of supplies.
- Develop and implement operational policies, SOPs and best practices.
- Monitor stock levels, consumption trends, expiries and supply chain performance.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements such as NAFDAC and PCN.
- Manage supplier relationships, negotiations and procurement processes.
- Develop and manage operational budgets and drive cost efficiency.
- Lead and supervise pharmacy, stores and supply-chain staff.
- Establish controls to minimise stock losses, wastage and discrepancies.
- Collaborate with clinical, finance, commercial and other departments to ensure service delivery.
What they are asking for
- Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy, Pharmacology, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or related field.
- 5–7 years of relevant experience in pharmacy operations, medical supplies or healthcare supply chain.
- Minimum 2–3 years in a managerial/supervisory role.
- Pharmacist candidates must be registered with the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria (PCN).
- Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations, inventory management and healthcare supply-chain processes.
- Experience in procurement, vendor management and stock control.
- Strong leadership, analytical, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and inventory/ERP systems.
- Professional certification in Supply Chain/Procurement (e.g. CIPS) is an added advantage.
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