Pharmacist In Charge

RK Logistics Group, Inc•Hillsborough, NC

About The Position

The Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) is responsible for leading all pharmacy compliance, regulatory oversight, and controlled substance management for GlobalRx. This role is critical to ensuring the company operates in full compliance with all federal and state regulations. The PIC is expected to take full ownership of DEA registration, pharmacy licensing, controlled substance compliance, and inspection readiness. This is not a traditional retail pharmacist role. The position requires a strong understanding of pharmaceutical distribution, regulatory requirements, and operational workflows, along with the ability to build and maintain a compliant, scalable infrastructure as the business grows.

Requirements

PharmD or RPh degree from an accredited program
Active North Carolina Pharmacist License and out-of-state licensing across all 50 states
Eligible to serve as Pharmacist-in-Charge
Willing to be listed on DEA registration and state licenses
Strong knowledge of DEA, FDA, and pharmacy regulations

Nice To Haves

Experience in pharmaceutical distribution or wholesale
Experience with controlled substances
Familiarity with DSCSA and export regulations

Responsibilities

Regulatory & Compliance Ownership
Serve as the Pharmacist-in-Charge for GlobalRx.
Maintain and take responsibility for: DEA registration, State pharmacy licenses, Wholesale distributor compliance requirements
Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including: DEA, FDA, State Boards of Pharmacy, DSCSA
Act as the primary point of contact for all regulatory agencies and inspections.
Maintain inspection readiness at all times.
Controlled Substance Oversight
Take full responsibility for controlled substance compliance.
Oversee: Inventory management and reconciliation, Ordering and recordkeeping, Suspicious order monitoring
Maintain all required DEA documentation and logs.
Lead internal audits to ensure compliance.
SOP Development & Compliance Infrastructure
Develop, update, and maintain all pharmacy-related SOPs, including: Controlled substances, Drug storage and handling, Cold chain management, Short-dated product procedures, Recall and quarantine processes, DSCSA compliance
Ensure SOPs are implemented, followed, and kept up to date.
Train staff on compliance procedures.
Inspection Readiness
Ensure the company is always prepared for: DEA inspections, Board of Pharmacy inspections, Regulatory audits
Maintain all required documentation and records.
Lead responses to any regulatory inquiries.
Pharmaceutical Oversight
Provide guidance on: Drug safety and handling, Stability and temperature excursions, Specialty and high-cost medications
Review and approve compliance-related decisions involving product handling and distribution.
Support teams with regulatory input when needed.
Operational Compliance Support
Work cross-functionally with operations, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure compliant workflows.
Review processes and identify compliance risks.
Provide solutions and implement improvements to maintain compliance.