To direct and monitor the receipt, storage, management and distribution of pharmaceuticals and other health commodities to all government health facilities

BENEFITS: A. Optional contributory Medical Aid Scheme (Government pays 50% Employee 50%) B. Contributory Pension Fund Scheme (Government pays 15% Employee 5% of the basic salary).

1. Manages the delivery of pharmaceuticals to facilities on schedule
2. Ensures all customer queries are attended to efficiently
3. Monitors regular stock taking and verification to ensure availability at all times
4. Conducts regular inspections to ensure compliance to pharmaceutical requirements
5. Manages the cold chain requirements
6. Oversees the receipt of inbound stock and ensures the system is regularly updated to reflect all receipts
7. Monitors inventory accuracy measurements so that they fall in line with industry standards
8. Facilitates the proper storage of pharmaceuticals in accordance to CMS guidelines
9. Provides leadership for effective transport arrangement for smooth delivery of stock
10. Manages transport issues to ensure that trucks are available, well maintained and deliveries sent to facilities on schedule
11. Develops systems to ensure effective distribution and dispatch process
12. Directs the efficient operation of hubs
13. Monitors customer demand data by collecting and analyzing daily, so that information is used for best availability of drugs
14. Monitors the customer order process to ensure that customer orders are correctly filled and dispatched
15. Monitors warehouse equipment functionality

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management / Supply Chain Management / Operations Management or a similar related field complemented by 10 years relevant post qualification experience working at senior management level in a government or parastatal organization

 EXPERIENCE:  A minimum of 10 years post qualification experience in the field of management of which 2 years should have been at the level of Assistant Director for Public Service Officers.

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