Deputy Manager - Stores

Job Title: Deputy Manager – Stores (Pharmaceuticals)

Location: Surendranagar, Gujarat, India.

Experience: 10+ years in pharmaceutical warehouse operations

Key Responsibilities

• Warehouse Operations: Oversee the receipt, verification, storage, and dispatch of raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods, ensuring compliance with cGMP and GDP standards.
• Inventory Management: Maintain accurate inventory records through regular physical stock counts and reconciliation with SAP/ERP systems. Monitor stock levels to identify non-moving, near-expiry, and expired materials, and take appropriate actions to minimize waste.
• Compliance and Documentation: Develop, review, and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in line with cGMP, GDP, and regulatory requirements. Ensure proper labelling, segregation, and documentation of materials to maintain traceability and prevent cross-contamination.
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor warehouse staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and compliance. Conduct regular training sessions on SOPs, safety protocols, and regulatory requirements to enhance team competency.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC), Procurement, Production Planning and Inventory Control (PPIC), and Finance departments to streamline operations and resolve discrepancies.
• Safety and Housekeeping: Implement and monitor cleaning, sanitization, and pest control measures to maintain a hygienic warehouse environment. Ensure compliance with Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards and promote a culture of safety among warehouse personnel.
• Dispatch and Logistics: Oversee the dispatch of finished goods in coordination with the distribution or P2P departments. Ensure accurate preparation of dispatch-related documents and manage the return or rebooking of rejected materials as per PPIC instructions.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Science, or a related field. A Master's degree or MBA in Supply Chain Management is preferred.
• Proficiency in SAP/ERP systems for inventory and warehouse management.
• In-depth knowledge of cGMP, GDP, and regulatory requirements related to pharmaceutical warehousing.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.