CERP

Reliable, responsive and deeply rooted in a cooperative model at the service of pharmacists, CERP ensures the secure distribution of medicines and healthcare products throughout France every day. Much more than just a pharmaceutical distributor, CERP supports local pharmacies with state-of-the-art logistics, personalized services and a strong commitment to public health.

CERP: a pharmaceutical distributor serving local pharmacies

Since its creation, CERP (Centre d'Études de la Répartition Pharmaceutique) has established itself as a key player in pharmaceutical distribution in France, serving pharmacists and patients alike. Backed by a long-standing commitment to public health, CERP is much more than just a distributor: it is a reliable, responsive partner committed to providing comprehensive support for pharmacies.

With a strong presence throughout France and recognized logistics expertise, CERP guarantees thesecure supply of medicines, medical devices and healthcare products in the shortest possible time. Our mission? To support healthcare professionals, facilitate their day-to-day work and contribute to the efficiency of the healthcare system in every region.

Today, CERP is part of the Astera group, a pharmaceutical cooperative founded by pharmacists for pharmacists. This affiliation strengthens its capacity for action, while maintaining a human, independent approach focused on the interests of pharmacies.

Logistics expertise at the heart of healthcare distribution

CERP deploys state-of-the-art logistics to ensure continuity of care. Thanks to a network of regional agencies and automated distribution centers, the company is able to ensure fast, accurate and secure deliveries throughout France.

Every day, thousands of items are dispatched within short deadlines, with exemplary reliability:

• Multi-daily distribution adapted to pharmacy flows.
• Complete traceability of medicines throughout the supply chain.
• Management of heat-sensitive products in compliance with current standards.
• Reduced stock-outs by anticipating needs.
• Deliveries adapted to emergency situations or isolated areas.

This high-performance logistics organization enables CERP to respond rigorously to health safety imperatives, while ensuring the flexibility and responsiveness demanded by pharmacists.

Strong values rooted in the cooperative model

CERP is part of a unique and committed cooperative model. As a subsidiary of the Astera group, it shares the core values that set it apart:

• Independence: CERP acts in the exclusive interest of its member-pharmacists, free from the logic of franchising or commercial dependence.
• Proximity: Each regional branch maintains a direct link with local pharmacies, for personalized support.
• Entrepreneurial spirit: CERP supports pharmacists who want to set up or develop their pharmacy within a secure framework.
• Sharing: All logistical, human, technological and financial resources are pooled to boost collective performance.
• Public health commitment: By guaranteeing equitable access to treatment, CERP plays a key role in the healthcare chain.

This approach reinforces the human dimension of the dispatcher's business, while ensuring a high level of service, in line with the realities on the ground.

A broad, secure offering in line with pharmacists' expectations

CERP offers a comprehensive range of healthcare products, covering the everyday and specific needs of pharmacies. Its catalog includes :

• Ethical drugs: all therapeutic classes necessary for the management of chronic or acute pathologies.
• Generics: a wide selection of cost-controlled alternative treatments, with optimized availability.
• OTC (over-the-counter) products: a complete range for over-the-counter advice, including seasonal products, digestive products, analgesics, etc.
• Medical devices: bandages, injection equipment, diagnostic equipment, home care, etc.
• Parapharmacy products: dermocosmetics, hygiene, nutrition, baby, aromatherapy.
• Ingredients for magistral preparations: controlled raw materials for personalized preparations.

All products distributed meet traceability, safety and regulatory compliance standards, as well as public health requirements.

Comprehensive support for pharmacy development

CERP does more than just deliver products. It also offers a range of high value-added services to support pharmacists in their projects, management and development.

Key services include

• CERP Conseil: personalized support to improve pharmacy management, optimize margins, boost attractiveness and build patient loyalty.
• Start-up support: help with setting up or taking over a pharmacy (business plan, financing, audit, management tools).
• Digital solutions: pharmacy management software via Caduciel (group subsidiary), e-commerce, patient CRM, management tools.
• Continuing education: catalog of online and face-to-face training courses, covering clinical, regulatory and pharmacy management topics.
• Stock optimization programs: dynamic order management, anticipation of needs, sales tracking.
• Industrial partnerships: promotional offers, exclusivities, seasonal operations with partner laboratories.

All these initiatives have a single objective: to boost pharmacy performance, while freeing up pharmacists' professional time.

Social responsibility integrated into daily practices

As a key player in the healthcare chain, CERP fully integrates sustainable development, social responsibility and ethics into its corporate policy. In conjunction with the Astera group, several concrete actions have been taken:

• Reducing carbon footprint: optimizing routes, renewing the fleet, reducing packaging.
• Local CSR: involvement in local prevention initiatives, support for public health associations, sponsorship.
• Equality and inclusion: promoting diversity, responsible HR policy, skills development.
• Professional ethics: regulatory compliance, transparency of practices, rigorous management of sensitive products.

Thanks to this approach, CERP reinforces its role as a committed, responsible and supportive company, serving the pharmacy of tomorrow.

Choosing CERP means choosing a reliable, committed and human logistics partner, capable of supporting pharmacists on a daily basis. Thanks to its dual strengths - industrial rigor and cooperative agility - CERP guaranteesexcellent service while remaining close to the realities of the field.

Secure supply, business services, digital solutions, strategic support and long-term commitment: CERP is a global player in modern pharmacy. As a pharmacist, you can count on a distributor who understands your challenges, respects your autonomy and helps you to progress.