Wholesale Distribution Manager (Pharmaceuticals)

Valley Forge Pharma•Malvern, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a qualified Designated Representative (DR/CDR) to serve as the responsible person for our licensed wholesale drug distribution facility. This role is accountable for ensuring full compliance with state and federal regulations governing pharmaceutical distribution, including oversight of quality systems, licensure, and daily operations. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in pharmaceutical wholesale distribution, regulatory compliance, and operational oversight, and will play a critical role in maintaining an inspection-ready, compliant, and efficient facility.

Requirements

Current Florida CDR and/or California Designated Representative licensure, or eligibility and willingness to obtain required licensure promptly upon hire
Minimum of 2+ years of recent supervisory or managerial experience in pharmaceutical distribution, wholesale drug distribution, or pharmacy operations; at least 1 year of experience must be within the last three years (meeting Florida and California DR requirements)
Strong working knowledge of Board of Pharmacy regulations, GDP practices, and pharmaceutical supply chain compliance (and potentially DSCSA down the line)
Demonstrated experience supporting regulatory inspections, audits, and licensing processes
Prior experience in a supervisory or managerial role within a regulated pharmaceutical environment
Ability to serve as the designated responsible person for the facility and be physically present full-time as required by law

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., life sciences, pharmacy, supply chain, or related discipline)
Experience with NABP accreditation processes
Familiarity with warehouse and distribution systems, including shipping platforms (e.g., FedEx, UPS)
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, data tracking)

Responsibilities

Serve as the Designated Representative (California) and/or Certified Designated Representative (Florida) for the facility, meeting all statutory requirements for licensure and operational oversight
Maintain full compliance with applicable regulations, including DSCSA, state Board of Pharmacy requirements, and industry standards for drug storage, handling, and distribution
Lead and manage all compliance-related activities, including audits, inspections, and ongoing regulatory readiness
Develop, implement, and maintain SOPs covering distribution, storage, recordkeeping, returns, recalls, and diversion/suspicious order monitoring
Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and support state licensing and NABP accreditation activities
Oversee repackaging operations to ensure compliance with all applicable regulatory and quality standards
Ensure proper documentation, record retention, and inventory controls are maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements
Provide leadership and oversight of day-to-day distribution operations to ensure compliance and operational efficiency
Supervise shipping and receiving activities, ensuring accurate documentation, timely processing, and adherence to compliance standards
Coordinate with carriers and internal teams to support efficient and compliant distribution operations