Pharmacist In Charge

Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC)

Hillsborough, North Carolina

Full-Time | On-Site

Pay: $120,000 - 130,000

Hours M-F 8:30am - 5pm


Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Pharmacist-in-Charge

(PIC) to lead all pharmacy compliance, regulatory, and operational oversight for our

pharmaceutical distribution business.

This role is critical to ensuring we operates in full compliance with all federal,

state, and international pharmaceutical regulations while supporting the continued

growth of our distribution network across the United States and more than 70

international markets.

The Pharmacist-in-Charge will serve as the designated pharmacist responsible for

all DEA registrations, state pharmacy licenses, and regulatory oversight, ensuring

that we maintain the highest standards of compliance, safety, and operational

excellence.

Beyond regulatory responsibilities, this position requires a business-minded

pharmacist who understands pharmaceutical supply chains and can help scale a fast-

growing pharmaceutical distribution company. The ideal candidate will bring strong

specialty drug knowledge, experience with controlled substances, and the ability to

collaborate with leadership on strategic initiatives.

This role works closely with executive leadership, including the Chief Commercial

Officer, CEO, and operations teams, to support compliant growth in both domestic

and international pharmaceutical distribution.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory & Compliance Leadership

• Serve as the Pharmacist-in-Charge for company, responsible for all pharmacy

operations and regulatory compliance.

• Maintain and oversee DEA registration, state pharmacy licenses, wholesaler

licenses, and regulatory filings.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations including:

o DEA

o FDA

o State Boards of Pharmacy

o DSCSA requirements

o Controlled substance regulations

• Maintain all controlled substance policies, procedures, and documentation.

• Oversee controlled drug inventories, ordering, storage, and recordkeeping.

• Ensure proper documentation and regulatory compliance for domestic and

international pharmaceutical shipments.

• Prepare and manage documentation required for pharmacy inspections and

regulatory audits.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for DEA, FDA, and state regulatory

authorities.

• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for pharmacy

operations and compliance.

Pharmaceutical Operations

• Oversee all pharmacy-related operational processes including:

o Controlled substance management

o Specialty pharmaceutical handling

o Cold chain products

o Product verification and sourcing

• Provide guidance on specialty drugs, biologics, oncology products, and

high-cost therapies.

• Ensure all pharmaceutical products are handled, stored, and distributed

according to regulatory requirements.

• Support procurement and sales teams with drug information, regulatory

considerations, and compliance requirements.

• Review and approve processes related to pharmaceutical sourcing and

distribution.

International Distribution Oversight

• Ensure compliance with international pharmaceutical export regulations.

• Support documentation requirements for shipments to international customers

including:

o Export compliance

o Controlled drug export documentation

o Regulatory requirements by destination country

• Work closely with logistics and procurement teams to ensure shipments

meet regulatory and licensing requirements.

Business & Strategic Leadership

• Partner with executive leadership to help scale our pharmaceutical

distribution platform.

• Provide regulatory guidance on new product categories, including:

o Specialty pharmaceuticals

o Oncology drugs

o Rare disease medications

o Controlled substances

• Assist in evaluating new supplier relationships and product sourcing

opportunities.

• Help build scalable compliance infrastructure as the company grows.

• Support licensing expansion into additional states and international markets.

SOP & Process Development

• Build and maintain pharmacy compliance SOPs.

• Ensure all employees are trained on pharmacy compliance procedures.

• Work with leadership to improve operational efficiency while maintaining

regulatory compliance.

• Assist with ERP system compliance integration and documentation

standards.

Qualifications

Required

• PharmD or RPh degree from an accredited pharmacy school

• Active North Carolina Pharmacist License

• Eligible to serve as Pharmacist-in-Charge

• Willing to serve as the designated pharmacist on DEA registrations and state

licenses

• Minimum 5 years pharmacy experience

• Experience with controlled substances and regulatory compliance

Preferred

• Experience working with:

o Pharmaceutical distributors

o Specialty drug supply chains

o Export pharmaceutical operations

o International drug distribution

• Familiarity with:

o DSCSA

o FDA wholesale distribution regulations

o DEA compliance

• Experience supporting fast-growing pharmaceutical businesses

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a compliance-driven pharmacist with a strong business

mindset who is comfortable operating in a fast-paced pharmaceutical distribution

environment.

They must be confident taking full responsibility for regulatory oversight while also

contributing to the strategic growth of the organization.

This role is best suited for a pharmacist who wants to move beyond traditional

pharmacy settings and become a key leader in a rapidly growing global

pharmaceutical distribution company.