Industry: Retail (Pharmaceutical)

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer

Key Responsibilities

Internal Controls & Risk Management


Design, implement, and continuously refine internal control procedures across outlets and departments.
Conduct periodic audits to assess operational compliance and mitigate risks.
Monitor adherence to internal policies and external regulatory standards.
Investigate stock discrepancies, financial irregularities, and reported breaches; recommend and track corrective actions.


Procurement Controls


Implement procurement guidelines and review purchase activities to ensure compliance and value for money.
Oversee controls in vendor selection, contract review, and price verification processes.
Monitor procurement documentation to ensure completeness, accuracy, and segregation of duties.


Vendor Management


Track vendor performance against key service expectations and contract obligations.
Collaborate with procurement and operations teams to strengthen vendor relationships and performance.


Operational & Inventory Oversight


Conduct regular inventory reconciliations across all outlets.
Ensure implementation and compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) at outlet level.
Recommend improvements to inventory control systems to reduce wastage, theft and losses from expired products.


Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement


Prepare periodic internal control reports summarizing findings, risks, and mitigation plans.
Present audit and control reports to senior management and support follow-up actions.
Facilitate staff training on risk awareness, internal controls, fraud prevention, and policy compliance.


Requirements


Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related fields.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in internal control, audit, compliance, or risk within retail, healthcare.
Good knowledge of procurement, inventory, and vendor management systems.
Strong analytical skills with keen attention to detail.
Excellent communication and reporting skills.
High ethical standards and an investigative mindset.