Pharmacy Manager – Parys Boulevard- Clicks group x1
Job Details
- Position: Pharmacy Manager – Parys Boulevard
- Listing Reference: click_025190
- Industry: Wholesale & Retail (Pharmaceutical / Healthcare)
- Job Category: Pharmacy
- Location: Parys
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Employment Equity: Yes
- Closing Date: 15 May 2026
Job Overview
This role is responsible for managing the pharmacy and clinic operations within a retail store environment.
The Pharmacy Manager ensures:
- Safe and accurate dispensing of medication
- High-quality pharmaceutical care
- Compliance with legal and professional standards
- Strong business performance of the pharmacy
The role combines healthcare responsibility with retail business management.
Job Purpose
To lead the pharmacy team and ensure excellent pharmaceutical service delivery while meeting operational, compliance, and financial targets for the pharmacy and clinic.
Key Responsibilities
Pharmaceutical Care
- Ensure safe and accurate dispensing of medication
- Provide professional patient counselling and advice
- Apply generic substitution where appropriate
- Operate within South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) regulations
Operational Management
- Manage daily pharmacy operations
- Oversee stock control and shrinkage prevention
- Ensure proper housekeeping and administration
- Maintain compliance with company and legal standards
Financial Management
- Drive profitability of the pharmacy and clinic
- Manage expenses and budgets
- Monitor core pharmacy performance targets
- Take corrective action when required
Staff Leadership and Development
- Lead, supervise, and motivate pharmacy staff
- Manage interns and learners
- Conduct staff training and development
- Ensure proper staff scheduling and attendance tracking
Customer Service Excellence
- Ensure high-quality customer experience
- Drive customer loyalty initiatives (e.g., club card participation)
- Handle customer service improvements in the pharmacy
Integration with Clinic Services
- Work closely with clinic and healthcare teams
- Ensure integrated healthcare service offering
- Improve overall customer health solutions
Compliance and Governance
- Ensure compliance with:
- SAPC regulations
- Legal pharmacy standards
- Company policies
- Maintain ethical working practices
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have:
- Registered Pharmacist with South African Pharmacy Council
- Minimum 2 years’ experience post community service
- Minimum 1 year experience in people management
- Valid registration as Responsible Pharmacist (SAPC)
Advantageous Experience
- Retail pharmacy experience
- Experience using Unisolve system (beneficial)
Skills and Competencies
Leadership & Management
- Strong supervisory and coaching skills
- Ability to lead a team effectively
- Ability to manage performance and targets
Business & Financial Skills
- Strong financial understanding
- Ability to manage stock, cost, and profitability
- Commercial awareness
Customer Service Skills
- Strong patient care orientation
- Excellent communication skills
- Customer-focused mindset
Organisational Skills
- Planning and scheduling ability
- Attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities
Personal Attributes
- Results-driven
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ethical and responsible behaviour
- Strong problem-solving ability