Oversee Truepill's Pharmacy Operations at the flagship site in Hayward, filling 10K prescriptions daily and shipping to 50 states
Optimize workflow processes, and best practices (i.e., improved automation efficiency from 20% in 2021 to 70% in 2022)
Construct fulfillment processes for multiple client launches, including testing, implementation, and continuous improvement (e.g., Mark Cuban Cost Plus pharmacy, LifeMD/RexMD)
Recruit, train, and supervise staff to ensure a continuous pipeline for leadership roles (i.e., developed and promoted 4 operations supervisors and 8 operations leads)
Examine financial data and ensure operations are carried out in an appropriate and cost-effective way (i.e., reduced CTF by 50% in 2022)
Ensure pharmacy processes remain legally compliant by boards of pharmacies across all 50 states and met URAC accreditation standards
Co-develop and monitor production KPIs (partner with BizOPs to measure individual and site-level performance)
Collaborate across teams (i.e., customer program management, strategy & growth) to develop replicable, scalable workflow and identify potential barriers and solutions
Partner with procurement and supply chain to purchase materials, plan inventory, and oversee warehouse efficiency
Developed and refined organizational chart and managed 150 employees (pharmacists, technicians, clerks) in a mail-order pharmacy setting.
Implementation Lead
Truepill
10.2023 - Current
Team up with the engineering team to promptly resolve customer-impacting bugs, ensure efficient communication, and enhance system functionality
Optimize operational efficiency by reducing response times, minimizing bottlenecks, and improving task prioritization within the workflow
Created and implemented a ticketing and escalation system that emphasizes precise categorization and prioritization of feature requests and bug tickets
Lead end-to-end project management of WMS system migration(Tecsys), including planning, scheduling and risk management.
Act as primary point of contact for all stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status, risks, and issues
Develop and execute comprehensive testing plans to ensure the new system functions correctly before full implementation
Maintain detailed documentation of the migration process
Provide training and support to users on the new system to ensure a smooth transition.
District Leader
CVS Pharmacy
03.2021 - 09.2021
Responsible for overall retail store operations in the assigned district (including Front Store and Pharmacy)
Developed and executed district business plans and strategies to deliver on all financial measures
Aligned front store and pharmacy teams on new and existing programs and services
Aligned the team to deliver on healthcare outcomes and initiatives
Created a pipeline of talent, hiring, and developing store and pharmacy managers, staff pharmacists, and interns
Developed and executed the district talent plan to align the region and division's priorities
Created a culture in the district that promotes team growth and engagement.
COVID Vaccine Depot Leader
CVS Pharmacy
11.2020 - 02.2021
Hired, trained, and scaled up talent to build my LTC team (led a team of 40 pharmacists, technicians, and schedulers) covering the whole Bay Area
Scheduled and completed 1400 clinics in the Bay Area
Ensured policies and SOP are being followed
Ensured all logistical procedures for COVID vaccine transfer and storage are being followed to eliminate waste.
Pharmacy Manager
CVS Pharmacy
02.2016 - 10.2020
Developed business plans and strategies to achieve both scripts and immunization goals through operational performance
Managed 4 pharmacists, 2 lead technicians, and 5 technicians
Executed planned pharmacy budget, expense control, and reduced shrink
Implemented new programs in the pharmacy (i.e., patient care at pick-up, deliveries)
Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, as well as, CVS community responsibility guidelines
Created a pipeline of talent by hiring and developing pharmacy technicians and lead technicians (i.e., trained 4 pharmacy grad interns and 10 newly hired pharmacists).
Product Specialist
Les Laboratoires Servier
12.2012 - 05.2014
Responsible for sales in Dubai for the most strategic product in the company: Procorolan (Ivabradine), with a budget of $1 million
Responsible for sales in Dubai for the osteoporotic line (Protelos -strontium ranelate) with a budget of $0.5 million
Identified and developed professional relationships with thought leaders, study investigators, and healthcare providers
Provided strategic input and implemented regional area strategies and tactics
Collaborated with the brand manager for a better understanding of the market of heart failure and ischemic heart disease to implement our market strategy
Utilized scientific resources to deliver impactful presentations in a variety of different settings, including hospitals, clinics, and advisory boards
Attended scientific/professional meetings and conferences consistent with my therapeutic areas.
Education
BS in Pharmaceutical Science -
Tanta University
Tanta, Egypt
01.2010
Skills
Pharmacy Management
Team Leadership
Training and Development
Performance Monitoring
Budget Management
Organizational Skills
Workflow Optimization
Process Improvement
Operations Management
Data Analysis
Process Implementation
Problem Solving
Project Management
System migration
WMS Management
Training
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, 2023
Foundation for Leading, 2019
Introduction to Marketing, 2014
Introduction to Operational Management, 2014
Inspiring Leadership through Emotional Intelligence, 2014
Introduction to Public Speaking, 2014
Developing Innovative Ideas for New Companies, 2014