QA Pharmacist Distribution Centre Operations

Responsibilities

• Act as Superintendent Pharmacist: Maintain the PCN premises licence and ensure full regulatory compliance at all times
• Oversee all incoming quality control: verify NAFDAC registration, certificates of analysis, batch documentation, and labelling on every consignment
• Manage pharmaceutical storage across ambient, cool, and cold-chain (+2°C to +8°C) zones; monitor and respond to temperature excursions
• Authorise batch release for outgoing orders; enforce FEFO and GDP standards across the pick-and-pack process
• Own the quality management system: maintain SOPs, manage deviations and CAPAs, lead internal audits, and prepare for NAFDAC/PCN inspections
• Handle product recalls, returns, and controlled drug management in accordance with NAFDAC and PCN requirements
• Serve as the company's designated pharmacovigilance contact for ADR reporting to NAFDAC
• Train and develop operations staff on GDP, product handling, and pharmaceutical quality culture
• Provide quality input into the company's warehouse management system and health tech platform
• Qualify and validate cold-chain equipment (IQ/OQ/PQ); oversee calibration of temperature monitoring devices and validate cold-chain packaging for Nigerian delivery routes

Requirements

• B.Pharm or Pharm.D from a PCN-accredited institution
• PCN Registration: Full PCN registration with a valid, current Annual Licence to Practise (ALP) mandatory
• Minimum 3 years post-internship, with at least 2 years in pharmaceutical distribution, QA, or supply chain
• Regulatory knowledge: Working knowledge of NAFDAC GDP Guidelines, PCN Act, and NAFDAC product labelling regulations
• Technology: Experience with a warehouse management system (WMS), pharmacy software, or health information system

Key Skills & Attributes

• Regulatory acumen (PCN / NAFDAC)
• GDP / GMP compliance
• CAPA and deviation management
• Cold-chain and temperature monitoring
• Batch documentation and traceability
• Pharmacovigilance and ADR reporting
• Stock reconciliation and audit readiness
• Team training and quality culture