Jobs at Lorache Consulting Limited

Job Summary: 

The Regulatory Pharmacist is responsible for ensuring that all pharmaceutical manufacturing operations comply with national and international regulatory standards. This includes overseeing product registration, ensuring Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and liaising with regulatory bodies such as NAFDAC, PCN, and PSN.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to ensure regulatory compliance across all operations.
• Register pharmaceutical products with NAFDAC and ensure timely renewals.
• Ensure production and manufacturing activities comply with WHO GMP, NAFDAC, PCN, Federal Ministry of Labour, and NIS ISO 9001:2015 standards.
• Review and authorize Batch Manufacturing Records (BMRs) and other production documentation.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies including NAFDAC, PCN, PMGMAN, and relevant government ministries.
• Oversee the registration and renewal of premises licenses (including warehouses) with PCN.
• Handle market complaints in collaboration with Quality Control (QC) and Quality Assurance (QA) teams.
• Monitor and interpret changes in regulatory guidelines and ensure internal compliance.
• Guide internal teams and management on regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Ensure all professional activities are covered by adequate professional indemnity.
• Participate in advocacy and corporate responsibility programs to maintain stakeholder relationships.
• Process and obtain chemical permits and other regulatory documentation Minimum

QUALIFICATION

• B. Pharm .License: Must be a registered and licensed Pharmacist with PCN

Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years in regulatory affairs and pharmaceutical production

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of Nigerian pharmaceutical regulations
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Ability to manage compliance and regulatory audits
• Familiarity with GMP, CGMP, and pharmacovigilance practices

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Department: Associate Production Manager
Manufacturing / Production Reports To: Head – Plant Operations / Factory Manager

Job Summary

• The Production Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and controlling manufacturing processes to ensure products are manufactured efficiently, on time, within budget, and to the required quality and regulatory standards.
• The role involves supervision of production staff, adherence to cGMP, and continuous improvement of production systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and organize production schedules in alignment with demand forecasts and inventory levels.
• Ensure optimal utilization of resources -manpower, machines, and materials.
• Supervise and coordinate all manufacturing activities and staff in the department.
• Maintain strict adherence to current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with QA, QC, Engineering, and Supply Chain departments to ensure smooth operations.- Monitor production metrics and prepare daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports.
• Investigate and resolve production-related deviations, incidents, and complaints.
• Ensure timely maintenance and calibration of manufacturing equipment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce downtime, and minimize waste.
• Train and mentor production staff to improve skills, compliance, and efficiency.
• Participate in audits (regulatory, internal, and customer) and ensure prompt closure of observations.- Comply with all local, national, and international regulatory and quality requirements

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy (B.Pharm)
• 5–10 years of progressive experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong understanding of GMP, GDP, and other regulatory compliance (e.g., NAFDAC, WHO, FDA).
• Proven experience in tablet, capsule, liquid, or sterile dosage forms is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in production planning software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP,).
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.

Key Competencies:

• Leadership and team management
• Process and quality orientation
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Attention to detail
• Time and resource management
• Compliance and documentation skills.