Pharmacist

Why This Role Matters

The Pharmacist – Warehouse Operations plays a critical role in ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient pharmaceutical distribution processes. This position ensures proper stock management, regulatory compliance, and adherence to quality standards within the warehouse environment.
By maintaining accurate documentation, ensuring FIFO/FEFO compliance, and coordinating with internal teams, the role directly supports uninterrupted supply chain operations and patient safety.

Job Description

A reputed pharmaceutical distribution organization is hiring a licensed Pharmacist for its warehouse operations in Kolkata. The selected candidate will be responsible for managing pharmaceutical inventory, maintaining regulatory compliance, supporting billing and documentation processes, and ensuring smooth coordination across supply chain functions. This is a full-time position requiring a valid and active pharmacist license.

Key Features of the Role

• Position: Pharmacist – Warehouse
• Location: Kolkata
• Experience Required: 6 months – 1 year
• Industry: Pharmaceutical Distribution / Supply Chain
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• License: Valid and active Pharmacist License (Mandatory)
• Salary: ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 per month

Key Responsibilities

Warehouse & Inventory Management
• Manage stock inward/outward operations
• Handle STN, GRN, sales orders, credit notes, and billing
• Ensure proper storage and batch control
• Maintain FIFO/FEFO compliance
• Monitor expiry management and stock reconciliation

Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain accurate inventory records
• Prepare daily MIS reports
• Ensure compliance with QMS and SOP requirements
• Maintain regulatory documentation as per guidelines

Coordination & Quality Compliance
• Handle customer and dealer queries
• Coordinate for timely dispatch of goods
• Report non-conformities and product complaints to QA within 24 hours
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements

Safety & Housekeeping
• Follow EHS guidelines
• Maintain warehouse safety standards
• Ensure proper housekeeping practices

Required Qualifications

Educational Background:
• Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm) or Diploma in Pharmacy (with valid registration)

Experience:
• 6 months to 1 year experience in pharmaceutical warehouse distribution or supply chain operations

Technical Skills (Preferred):
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical storage and regulatory compliance
• Understanding of QMS, SOPs, FIFO/FEFO systems
• Experience with ERP and inventory management software
• Strong proficiency in MS Excel (Mandatory)

Core Skills:
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Basic accounting and billing knowledge
• Good communication and coordination skills

Salary Insights

The salary range for this role is ₹25,000 – ₹35,000 per month, depending on experience and skill level.

FAQs

Q1. Is pharmacist license mandatory?
Yes, a valid and active pharmacist license is required.

Q2. Is prior warehouse experience necessary?
Yes, 6 months to 1 year of experience in pharmaceutical warehouse or supply chain operations is required.

Q3. Is MS Excel knowledge mandatory?
Yes, proficiency in MS Excel is mandatory for reporting and data management.

Q4. Is this a field job?
No, this is a warehouse-based operational role.

Q5. Is this a full-time position?
Yes, this is a full-time employment opportunity.

Application Tip

• Mention your pharmacist registration number clearly
• Highlight warehouse or distribution experience
• Specify ERP software exposure
• Showcase FIFO/FEFO and QMS knowledge
• Emphasize Excel reporting skills