Zone Director, British Columbia & Northern Alberta

Rexall Pharmacy Group Ltd.; Alberta; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Zone Director to lead operations across British Columbia and Northern Alberta. This role involves overseeing regional performance, ensuring exceptional customer service, and implementing strategies for growth. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of management experience in retail, with a strong emphasis on leadership and team development. Join a company that values inclusivity and personal growth, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the community and the business. If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding position, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Flexible Work-Life Balance

Professional Development Opportunities

Community Engagement Initiatives

Qualifications

• 8+ years of management experience in retail, preferably pharmacy.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities to develop teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee regional operations to ensure profitability and operational excellence.
• Drive employee engagement and ensure adherence to regulations.

Skills

Management Experience

Retail Knowledge

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Budget Planning

Coaching and Mentoring

Organizational Skills

Project Management

Education

University Degree in Business

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Role: Zone Director, British Columbia and Northern Alberta

What you are looking for:

• A closely connected culture
• A total rewards package meant to enhance your work-life flexibility
• Fully utilizing your talent
• Professional growth and development via challenging projects and assignments
• Warm and fuzzy feelings knowing you have helped your community, your team, the business and social causes through the Rexall Care Network

Reporting into the VP Store Operations, the Zone Director has P&L accountability for all store Operations and is focused on the execution of the strategy to ensure that store operations are well positioned, with defined operational processes, building superior bench strength and developing overall underpinning to deliver sustainable high-performance results.

What you’ll be doing:

• Oversee overall regional operations, to ensure growth in profitability and operational excellence in support of Rexall’s overall business strategy.
• Ensure outstanding customer service and patient care while controlling expenses
• Focusing and executing on Rexall’s Strategic Direction with ensuring patient and customers have the appropriate and trusted services provided at store level.
• Develop and implement strategies with an ultimate goal to increase sales, profit and gross margin
• Oversee financial planning and control in designated areas while ensuring compliance with corporate controls and directives
• Ensure adherences to uniform processes and disciplines across the entire area and maintain store-to-store consistency
• Drive employee engagement, clinic days, adherence programs, professional services, Be Well program growth, Rexall Private Label products and flyer programs
• Control inventory targets, shrink and controllable store expenses
• Provide leadership, coaching and mentorship to direct reports. Ensure that the succession planning process is in place, high potential performers identified and have an established career path
• Recruiting, coaching and mentoring to upgrade and develop regional teams
• Ensure adherence to Federal, provincial and company regulations and/or guidelines
• Perform other duties as assigned to support Rexall Pharmacy Group Ltd.

Knowledge, skills and experience:

• University degree in Business preferred, or a relevant field.
• 8+ years relevant management experience; solid understanding of retail (pharmacy retail in particular).
• Superior planning, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Multi-Unit experience.
• Ability to lead multiple tasks and projects with minimal direction.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to lead and empower a large group of people.
• Strong coaching and mentoring abilities.
• Ability to work independently and on a team.
• Ability to understand, plan, and execute budgets.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must be willing to travel.
• Valid driving license is required.
• Pharmacy experience is a valuable asset.

At Rexall, we are better together. We serve our customers, partners, and patients best—we are our best—when everyone brings their true self to work. Our connected, inclusive culture celebrates our lived experiences, backgrounds, expertise, and self-expression to let us win as one team. Leveraging our differences distinguishes us and brings out our best performance.

Are you #ALLin? Apply now and experience the Rexall difference – We Saved you a Spot!

Rexall Pharmacy Group is committed to providing an accessible environment for all of our customers, employees, and job applicants. Rexall Pharmacy Group will make available to any selected applicants’ accommodations and/or accessible formats should they require. Candidates are encouraged to discuss any accommodation they may need in order to allow for the most effective selection process.