Director – Warehousing And Distribution

The Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (ZAMMSA)

The Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (AGENCY) is a Statutory Government Agency established by the ZAMMSA Act No.9 of 2009 and charged with the procurement of medicines and medical supplies, storage of medicines and medical supplies and distribution of medicines and medical supplies to all public facilities in Zambia. The Agency’s responsibility is carried out on behalf of Government, ensuring that essential drugs and medical supplies are available and accessible to the public. ZAMMSA ensures quality and safety of the distributed medical products through strict quality assurance protocols, including inspections and compliance with regulatory requirement.

The Agency seeks applications from suitably qualified and experienced Zambian Nationals to fill the under listed positions at ZAMMSA:

• DIRECTOR – WAREHOUSING AND DISTRIBUTION (x 01)

GradeZMS 02

Main Job Purpose

To coordinate all aspects of warehouse operations, inbound services, inventory management, outbound and distribution services in order to ensure efficient logistics, optimal inventory levels and timely delivery of medicines and medical supplies.

Main Responsibilities

The main duties and responsibilities for this post are but not limited to the following:

• Policy and Strategic Planning

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Coordinates the development, implementation and review of policies in order to ensure adherence to legal provisions, standards and best practices.

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Coordinates the development and implementation of strategic plans for warehousing, distribution and customer service functions in order to align with organisational goals and meet customer demands.

• Receiving and Inbound Services

• Coordinates the recording, verification and receipt of medicines and medical supplies in order to ensure accountability.

• Inventory Management

• Coordinates inventory management strategies in order to ensure stock availability and accessibility, reduce carrying costs and wastage/expiries and ensure adherence to inventory standards.

• Outbound and Dispatch Services

• Coordinates the timely picking, packing, staging and loading of medicines and medical supplies in order to fulfil orders, meet delivery commitments and maintain customer satisfaction.

• Continuous Improvement, Compliance and Safety

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