South Star Drug
    (57 reviews)

    Company Profile

    Company overview

    Industry

    Health & Beauty Retail

    Specialities

    Innovative drugstore retailer, Customer Service

    Company size

    1,001-5,000

    Primary location

    Robinson Retail Holdings, Inc. Building 4 110 E. Rodriguez Jr. Avenue Bagumbayan, Quezon City
    Established in 1937 by Tomas Dy-Makao, Southstar Drug has evolved into a key player in the Philippine Pharmaceutical retail sector. Starting as a Chinese herbal pharmacy in Naga City, the company strategically expanded to become one of the country's largest and oldest drugstore chains. Committed in providing more than just products and services, Southstar Drug operates within Robinson's Holdings, Inc., boasting a network of over 652 stores nationwide. The company offers a comprehensive range of pharmaceuticals, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, along with food, personal care, and health & wellness products.

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    at South Star Drug
    Quezon City, Metro Manila
    The Business Development Manager (Registered Pharmacist) is responsible for identifying and driving growth opportunities for Southstar Drug
    The Business Development Manager (Registered Pharmacist) is responsible for identifying and driving growth opportunities for Southstar Drug
    classification: SalesSales
    12d ago
    12d ago

    at South Star Drug
    Bagumbayan, Metro Manila
    We are looking for a proactive Store Expansion Officer that will acquire sites for Southstar Drug.
    We are looking for a proactive Store Expansion Officer that will acquire sites for Southstar Drug.
    classification: SalesSales
    20d ago
    20d ago

    Reviews overview

    3.657 ratings in total
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    81%
    Rate salary as high or average
    68%
    Employees recommend this employer to friends

    What’s it like working at South Star Drug?

    AI summary of recent reviews

    South Star Drug offers significant opportunities for professional development, with extensive training and learning opportunities in healthcare knowledge and customer service. The company culture is characterised by supportive colleagues who create a family-like atmosphere, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package including various allowances and leave entitlements. The environment is particularly beneficial for those seeking career advancement and skill development.

    The work environment does present certain challenges, including the need to manage multiple responsibilities with limited breaks. Staffing levels can impact operational efficiency, while some employees note concerns about basic salary levels. The fast-paced retail environment requires staff to effectively manage challenging customer interactions while maintaining professional service standards.

    Recent reviews

    5.0
    Pharmacy Assistant
    Aug 2025
    Tagaytay City Cavite1 to 2 years in the role, current employee
    You will love to work here.
    The good thingsWorkmates are all good. The work is very light, and easy to learn about different medicine.
    The challengesFacing some rude customers.
    3.0
    Store head
    Jun 2023
    5 to 6 years in the role, current employee
    Promotion is open to all staff
    The good thingsFor me, everyday there are new learnings that I encounter from my colleagues and from the customers.
    The challengesFlexible, strong minded, excellent in customer service
    5.0
    Cashier
    May 2023
    It gives you the knowledge of different kinds if medicines while doing cashier work.
    The good thingsCash allowance 30 days leave
    The challengesNon stop customer most of the time no coffee break. 1hr break for the whole day.
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