Warehouse Pharmacist - Central Drugstore
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim is one of the most progressive regional family business houses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. |
Job Snapshot
Role: Warehouse Pharmacist - Central Drugstore
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Hospital and Health Care
Function: Pharmacist
Experience: 3 to 5 years
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Warehouse Pharmacist - Central Drugstore jobs in Dubai, UAE within the Hospital and Health Care industry offer a strong hiring opportunity for licensed pharmacy professionals experienced in pharmaceutical inventory control and regulatory compliance. Al-Futtaim is hiring qualified candidates to manage central drugstore operations, ensure MOH compliance, and oversee the safe handling, storage, and disposal of pharmaceutical inventory across clinics and pharmacies.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Hospital and Health Care
Function: Pharmacist
Salary: 9000-13000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Warehouse Pharmacist plays a critical role in maintaining safe pharmaceutical operations by managing inventory movement, regulatory inspections, and expiry control processes. This role ensures full compliance with healthcare standards while supporting uninterrupted medicine supply across medical facilities and protecting patient safety through accurate stock management.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as the primary MOH license holder for the central drugstore operations
* Manage MOH inspections, documentation, and compliance reporting
* Develop and implement corrective action plans for inspection observations
* Oversee pharmaceutical stock receiving, including cold chain monitoring and controlled storage
* Manage accurate transfer of medicines and healthcare products to clinics and pharmacies
* Supervise monthly disposal requests for expired and damaged stock
* Ensure all disposal approvals are obtained from MOH before physical destruction
* Handle returns, expiries, vendor replacements, and inventory reconciliation
* Apply FEFO principles to maintain proper stock rotation and reduce wastage
* Conduct monthly monitoring of expiry dates and inventory performance
* Maintain accurate documentation for audits, inspections, and operational reporting
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy with valid professional licensing
* Experience in warehouse pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, or central drugstore operations
* Strong understanding of MOH regulations and pharmaceutical compliance standards
* Experience handling controlled inventory, expiry management, and stock disposal
* Knowledge of cold chain handling and pharmaceutical storage requirements
* Strong documentation and reporting skills
* High attention to detail with strong accountability
* Ability to work cross-functionally with clinics, pharmacies, and regulatory teams
Skills Set
* Pharmaceutical inventory management
* MOH compliance and inspection handling
* FEFO stock rotation and expiry monitoring
* Cold chain and drug storage management
* Disposal planning and regulatory approvals
* Healthcare documentation and reporting
* Vendor coordination and returns processing
* Pharmacy operations and audit readiness
Why Join Us
* Opportunity to work within a leading healthcare and pharmacy operation in Dubai
* Strong career growth in regulated healthcare supply chain management
* Professional environment with high compliance and operational standards
* Exposure to advanced pharmaceutical inventory systems and healthcare operations
* Long-term career stability within a trusted regional employer
* Meaningful role supporting patient care and healthcare continuity
About the Company
Al-Futtaim Healthcare is part of the wider Al-Futtaim Group, delivering trusted healthcare services across clinics, pharmacies, and medical operations in the UAE. With a strong focus on patient care, regulatory excellence, and operational efficiency, the company continues to build reliable healthcare solutions while creating rewarding opportunities for pharmacy and medical professionals.



