Regional Pharmacy Manager

A vacancy exists for a Regional Pharmacy Manager based in East London and responsible for the Border Kei Region. It reports to the Regional Hospital Manager, with a dotted line reporting to the National Pharmacy Practice Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving and coordinating improvement in the professional and commercial practice of pharmacy throughout the region. Operational support for pharmacy managers, achievement of business KPIs and delivery of strategic projects will be key focus areas for this role. Minimum requirements:B. Pharm / Dip.Pharm, and current registration with the South African Pharmacy Council5+ years of management experienceSound business acumenExcellent interpersonal skills as effective working relationships across functions, hospitals and enabling functions are criticalUnderstanding of relevant healthcare legislationComputer proficiencyDriver’s license and ability to travelPrivate hospital experience: advantageous Responsibilities:Financial and product managementEnsure that the pharmaceutical procure to pay process is aligned to company best practiceImplement robust processes to ensure optimal commercial sustainabilityDrive purchasing in line with standardized procurement agreements to reduce cost of careDrive progress on the pharmacy component of cost-effective quality care initiative implementationIdentify opportunities for new focus product initiatives to enhance provision of cost-effective careManage pharmacy performance on overheads to budget and drive improvement Asset managementConsolidate regional progress on all key stock measures and drive improvement to meet regional and group targetsEnsure optimal management of consignment and loan stock and related controls and processesEnsure appropriate system utilisation to support efficiencies in stock management GrowthDrive regional input into and implementation of growth initiatives as appropriateImplement projects and ensure sustainability at business unit level ComplianceDrive closure of gaps identified during audits e.g. SAPC, stock, etc.Review and ensure effective closeout of regional quality ISO9001:2015 audits, complete verification audits and follow up to ensure continuous improvementEnsure compliance to the regional pharmacy workplace skills plan and CPD requirements Quality management Active participation in regional quality meetingsImplement customer satisfaction and quality initiatives to enhance service levels and patient outcomesEnsure effective implementation of work procedures, quality-earnings and quality-directives to drive best practice in pharmacyTogether with the regional clinical pharmacist implement medication safety interventions People engagementDemonstrate visible leadership aligned with the company values, operating model and strategyBuild effective working relationships with pharmacy managers, hospital managers, regional functional resources, and other key stakeholdersParticipate in the recruitment and induction of new pharmacy managers and senior pharmacistsTogether with hospital managers agree to a training and development plan for pharmacy managers as appropriateReview of pharmacy resourcing requests within the regionParticipate in biannual performance reviews and support performance management as required Competencies / Skills:Problem-solving, analysis and judgementAttention to detailResilienceMotivating and developing peopleEngaging diversityVerbal & written communication skillsCustomer responsivenessOrganisational awarenessExcellence orientationEthical behaviourAction orientationInfluencing skillsBuilding relationships