Pharmacist
| Published | July 8, 2026 |
| Expires | September 8, 2026 |
| Location | Johannesburg, South Africa |
| Category | Health Care |
| Job Type | Full-Time |
Description
About Us
We are a growing business within the vitamins and nutritional supplements sector, supplying high-quality wellness products into established retail channels. We are seeking a registered Responsible Pharmacist (RP) to assume statutory responsibility and provide professional oversight across product compliance, labelling, and regulatory governance.
The Opportunity
This is a fully remote, non-dispensing role designed for a pharmacist wanting to pivot from traditional retail or clinical dispensing into a commercial corporate environment. You will serve as our regulatory gatekeeper, ensuring our portfolio meets legal standards while supporting business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Statutory Oversight: Act as the registered RP with the SAPC and primary liaison for regulatory authorities (SAHPRA).
Regulatory Compliance: Oversee compliance for complementary medicines (CAMs) and health supplements in line with current South African legislation.
Labelling & Claims Review: Review formulations, packaging, and marketing materials to ensure accurate labelling and avoid non-compliant medicinal claims.
Quality Assurance (GWP): Maintain and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure Good Wholesaling and Distribution Practices across our supply chain.
Dossier Management: Compile and maintain product dossiers and notifications.
Pharmacovigilance: Monitor and manage product complaints or adverse event reporting.
Requirements
Qualifications: B.Pharm degree and active registration as a Pharmacist with the South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC).
Experience: 2+ years in regulatory affairs, QA, or compliance. Experience within the CAMs, nutraceutical, or FMCG wellness sector is highly advantageous.
Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of the Medicines and Related Substances Act (Act 101 of 1965) and SAHPRA guidelines.
Attributes: Self-motivated for remote work, meticulous attention to detail, and a commercial mindset that balances compliance with retail supply chain agility.
What We Offer
Commercial Growth: Hands-on exposure to the fast-growing wellness, e-commerce, and retail distribution sector.
Competitive Package: Market-related salary based on experience.
Please send your resume/CV
