Assistant Department Manager, Pharmacy

London Drugs; Vernon; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail chain is seeking an Assistant Department Manager, Pharmacy in Vernon, Canada. This developmental position will prepare you for the Pharmacy Manager role, focusing on regulatory compliance, staff management, and customer service. Applicants must have a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy and 2-3 years of experience. Competitive benefits include matched RRSPs and comprehensive health coverage.

Benefits

Company matched RRSPs

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Ongoing training and education courses

Employee discounts

Postsecondary Entrance Scholarships

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of pharmacy experience required.
• Ability to build business and enforce company policies.
• Effective communication with customers and staff.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with pharmacy standards and regulations.
• Foster a strong work ethic and professionalism.
• Manage staff training and productivity.
• Maintain inventory control and optimize sales.

Skills

Strong supervisory skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivation

Organizational skills

Business sense

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Job description

Not just a job…
a community
a partnership
a team

You’ll experience them all at London Drugs. As one of Canada’s fastest‑growing and most successful retail chains, we know what it takes to build a satisfying career. We are seeking innovative, patient‑focused professionals to join our team!

Assistant Department Manager, Pharmacy

The Assistant Department Manager, Pharmacy is a developmental position used to educate and prepare the individual for the responsibilities of the Pharmacy Manager position. This person is responsible for:

• Ensuring the pharmacy meets all the standards set by the provincial pharmacy regulatory body and all legislative requirements
• Fostering professionalism, good business practices and a strong work ethic
• Operating the pharmacy efficiently with a focus on staff productivity, staff training, team building and payroll usage
• Resource planning which addresses manpower needs, staff performance standards, training and development plans
• Ensuring all company directives, policies & procedures, programs and initiatives are well communicated and executed
• Ensuring good inventory control and measures are in place
• Building the pharmacy business and increase the pharmacy sales and profit

In addition to the above duties, this is also a customer service position which requires a great deal of customer contact. Accordingly, applicants must be able to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment while at the same time providing quality service in a professional, courteous, and helpful manner.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy with 2-3 years of pharmacy experience
• Strong supervisory skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of self‑motivation and resourcefulness
• Good organizational skills and diligence
• Good business sense

Your proven ability to build the business will include a strong dedication to following and enforcing all Company policies, procedures, and standards as well as an ability to communicate effectively with customers, vendors, employees, and management.

Benefits

• Helping you plan for your future with Company matched RRSPs
• Comprehensive medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage for you and your family
• Lifelong learning through ongoing in‑house training & education courses
• Employee discounts
• Postsecondary Entrance Scholarships for you or your children

If you possess the necessary skills and expertise and would like to join an exciting team of professionals,

Apply Now!

London Drugs is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are committed to building a company that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

We will provide accommodations during the recruitment process upon request.

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