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Loblaw Companies Limited

Jul 30, 2024

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Halifax
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must have pharmacy management experience, strong leadership skills, excellent communication abilities, and a valid pharmacist license to ensure compliance and deliver quality care.
  • You will oversee pharmacy operations, manage staff, ensure compliance with regulations, optimize customer service, maintain inventory, and collaborate on health programs to enhance pharmacy performance.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy and a Class A Pharmacists license a must
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in retail environment
  • Strong verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills
  • Strong people management skills and the ability to motivate and coach others
  • Excellent customer service skills and a strong sense of professionalism
  • Proven ability to build the business using community based marketing strategies
  • Strong problem solving skills including the experience formulating and executing action plans
  • Strong personal computing skills, as well as knowledge of Healthwatch and/or KROLL Pharmacy systems a definite asset

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and provide guidance and direction to staff
  • Responsible for hiring and managing the performance of staff
  • Accountable for the financial and operational success of the department
  • Prepare, dispense and control medications accurately and timely to patients
  • Ensure medication and over the counter supplements inventory levels is adequate to meet patients’ needs
  • Counsel of patients in regards to new and additional medications in a friendly, positive and pro-active interaction
  • Create awareness and educate customers through public relations (public health days, clinics, etc.)
  • Provide timely and positive resolution to patient’s needs and Doctor’s requests/issues
  • Obtain and review budgeted sales and net contribution
  • Identify and report sales opportunities both internally and externally
  • Review and control costs at all levels within Loblaw Pharmacy (dispensary)

FAQs

What are the primary responsibilities of a Pharmacy Manager at Loblaw?

The primary responsibilities include supervising and guiding staff, hiring and managing performance, ensuring the financial and operational success of the department, preparing, dispensing, and controlling medications, maintaining adequate inventory levels, counseling patients about medications, creating awareness through public relations, resolving patient and doctor's requests, and managing budgeted sales and costs.

What qualifications are required for the Pharmacy Manager position?

A Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy and a Class A Pharmacists license are required, along with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a retail environment.

What skills are important for a successful Pharmacy Manager?

Important skills include strong verbal and interpersonal communication abilities, people management skills, excellent customer service skills, problem-solving capabilities, and proficiency with personal computing and pharmacy systems like Healthwatch and KROLL.

What type of career development opportunities does Loblaw offer its Pharmacy Managers?

Loblaw offers progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and a great benefits package, aimed at helping colleagues develop their skills and advance in their careers.

How does Loblaw approach diversity and inclusion within the workplace?

Loblaw has a long-standing focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, actively seeking varied perspectives and experiences within their team. They are committed to creating accessible environments and encourage candidates to communicate any accommodation needs.

What is the application process for the Pharmacy Manager position?

Interested applicants should not apply directly but must be referred and submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw colleague.

Is a criminal background check required for this position?

Yes, candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check as part of the application process.

What kind of culture can a Pharmacy Manager expect to work in at Loblaw?

Pharmacy Managers can expect to work in a culture guided by CORE values: Care, Ownership, Respect, and Excellence, with a focus on sustainability, social impact, and community engagement.

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Loblaw Companies Limited

At Loblaw, we're developing innovative products and solutions. Our focus is on empowering Canadians to Live Life Well.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1919
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Our Purpose – Live Life Well Loblaw Companies Limited is Canada’s food and pharmacy leader, the nation’s largest retailer, and the majority unit holder of Choice Properties Real Estate Investment Trust. Loblaw – and its portfolio of grocery, health and beauty, financial services and apparel businesses – provides Canadians with an unparalleled mix of value, assortment and convenience, and offers Canadians two of the country’s most recognized brands – President’s Choice and no name. The acquisition of Shoppers Drug Mart, along with the powerful Life Brand and Optimum brand, has only served to reinforce our leadership position in the marketplace. As well, our PC Plus program, omni-channel efforts and multicultural merchandising offerings continued to be points of differentiation for our customer experience. In 2019, Loblaw has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Best Diversity Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc.