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.