Senior Associate Pharmacist

The position holder will utilize data and technology to educate and oversee pharmacy staff, coordinate with pharmaceutical companies for high-quality medication procurement, implement quality assurance programs for medication standards, and supervise logistics vendors' performance to ensure service excellence.

This role necessitates strong data analysis, leadership, effective communication, and strategic planning skills to optimize pharmacy operations and contribute to delivering top-notch patient care for clients and enrollees across Nigeria.


Educate and supervise pharmacists and technicians to effectively manage medication therapy for diverse patient populations with acute and chronic conditions.
Ensure pharmacy operations fully comply with relevant pharmaceutical regulations, quality standards, and internal protocols.
Spearhead the operationalization and expansion of newly established pharmacy branches.
Establish and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers, importers, and manufacturers to enable cost-effective, high-quality sourcing and ensure supply continuity.
Manage end-to-end distribution operations, including inventory management, fulfillment logistics, and cold-chain integrity where applicable.
Regularly evaluate and produce reports on pharmacy performance, medication utilization trends, and patient outcomes, highlighting areas for improving quality or operational efficiency.
Foster a positive team environment that motivates team members towards excellence.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including tech, clinical, finance, and customer service—to enhance prescription fulfillment process and customer experience.


Qualifications


Must be a trained and licensed Pharmacist/Pharmacy Technician with active registration in Nigeria.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a pharmacy setting, with leadership experience being advantageous.
Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and experience with data reporting and analysis.
Strong understanding and experience managing excellence in procurement and logistics within a pharmacy context.
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to adapt to new technologies and drive technological advancements within the team.
Experience with pharmacy management software and electronic health records (EHR).


Ideal Candidate Profile


A licensed Pharmacist/Pharmacy Technician combining clinical expertise with process improvement skills, excited by the challenge of scaling pharmacy operations through technology.
Experienced in digitally enabled or tech-driven pharmacy environments, with an understanding of how digital systems enhance pharmacy services.
Strong operational acumen, capable of interpreting data, shaping strategy, and executing with discipline.
Team builder with a collaborative, hands-on approach to execution and a track record of successfully implementing quality improvement initiatives within teams.
Experienced in pharmaceutical logistics and supply chain operations
Ambitious and visionary, with the potential to grow into expanded leadership roles as Relarex evolves across Nigeria and other African markets.