Career Opportunities

Job Description

Central Alberta Co-op is here to serve our members and customers with products and services that help build, feed and fuel individuals and communities. We are a different kind of business, being member-owned means that any profits are returned to our members and stay in the local economy. We live where you live, work where you work and help grow the economy right here.

We invite applications for a Pharmacy Manager to join our team.

Reporting to the Director, Operations (B2C), the Pharmacy Manager is responsible for overseeing the day to day operations of the Pharmacy by supporting and creating organizational effectiveness providing leadership within their operational functions. As a member of the Senior Management team, this position also contributes to the development & implementation of organizational strategies, policies & practices.

Key Responsibilities in this role include:

• To prepare, administer and be responsible for the sales, margin, expenses, inventory and SPEH of the Pharmacy.
• To ensure all staff adhere to established laws, regulations, including Health information Act, Pharmacy and Drug Act, Health Professions Act, staff appearance, housekeeping, health & safety and loss prevention.
• To actively make marketing efforts, adhere to advertising standards, and contribute input to Division marketing plans.
• To ensure outstanding level of service is provided in the provision of Pharmaceutical Care.
• To ensure all facilities and equipment meet the image checklist, management of assets and maintenance schedule.
• To follow proper recruitment and orientation practices and ensure the administration of human resources policies to develop positive relationships with all employees.
• To have ongoing meaningful conversations with employees to provide performance feedback and complete performance reviews.
• To take initiative for ongoing self-development.
• To give input into the Team member training needs analysis and ensure yearly training plan is followed.
• Other duties related to the position.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary – Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy and Class A Pharmacists license in good standing with the Alberta College of Pharmacists.
• 3-5 years’ relevant experience.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience leading, technical and/or professional staff.
• The ability to control operation costs, maximize efficiency and improve sales and growth margin.
• A team player with the ability to coach team members to enhance performance.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills and the ability to resolve employee and customer issues.
• Excellent decision-making skills, including the experience formulating and executing action plans.
• Ability to handle multiple demands is required – adaptable, organized, creative, efficient and committed
• Willingness to work extended hours when required.

Central Alberta Co-op is proud to offer a supportive working environment based on our Brand Values of Excellence, Integrity and Responsibility. We are pleased to offer a competitive salary, the opportunity for advancement and personal growth and benefits, depending on employment status. We are COR certified and committed to providing our team members and customers a safe working and shopping environment.

We are pleased to offer the following:

• Full Benefits Plan including Extended Health Care, Dental, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance,
• Employer Matched Pension Plan (6% Matched),
• Bonus program: Short Term Incentive Plan (STIP),
• Employee Family Assistance Program,
• An environment that allows for learning, collaboration, growth and professional development,
• Competitive wages paid biweekly,
• Retail Purchase Rebate.

This position will remain open until August 10, 2020, or until a suitable candidate is found. Please apply via our Job Board: https://recruiting.ultipro.ca/FED5000CRS/JobBoard/11095881-d476-4807-9b69-86a1737d0eeb/OpportunityDetail?opportunityId=79d14ca3-0239-4c7a-abf4-4c2f724e9da2

Successful candidates must provide government-issued proof of SIN prior to hiring (e.g. SIN card, Confirmation of SIN, Notice of Assessment, Child Tax Benefit, Official National Student Loans Service Centre Receipt for Income Tax Purpose).

We appreciate your interest. However, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.