Manager, Pharmacy Program

Valleyview Co-op; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading grocery co-operative in Canada is seeking a Manager for its Pharmacy Program. This hybrid role involves leading strategy, enhancing supplier partnerships, and overseeing pharmacy operations across Western Canada. Candidates should have at least 8 years of relevant experience, preferably in Pharmacy Operations, and hold a bachelor's degree in a related field. This position offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Comprehensive benefits package

Employer-contributed pension plan

Qualifications

• 8 years of progressively responsible experience in pharmacy operations.
• Experience with Provincial and Federal Pharmacy regulatory bodies is a strong asset.
• Familiar with all Federal and Provincial Pharmacy Acts and Drug Schedules.

Responsibilities

• Develop and communicate an integrated pharmacy strategy.
• Administer and evaluate the Generic Pharmaceutical Formulary.
• Lead OTC and wellness marketing initiatives.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to team members.

Skills

Pharmacy Operations

Business Strategy

Leadership

Data Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce/business or pharmacy

Job description

Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL) is hiring a Manager, Pharmacy Program on a permanent basis on our Consumer Products team. This hybrid role offers flexibility in location across Western Canada, with preference for applicants residing in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.

Help shape the future of pharmacy and wellness in our communities! We’re recruiting an Integrated Pharmacy Programs Manager to lead strategy, strengthen supplier partnerships, and bring meaningful programs and promotions to our stores. Ready to make a major impact? Apply today!

What you’ll do:

• Develop and communicate an integrated strategy connecting pharmacy practice with OTC, medical supplies, and health & wellness programs, ensuring strong execution across retail operations.
• Administer and evaluate the Generic Pharmaceutical Formulary and auto-substitution program, managing supply issues, inventory risks, wholesaler relations, and preferred partner performance.
• Maintain robust reporting, data management, and SOP development, including budgeting analysis and ongoing program evaluations to improve margins and performance.
• Conduct category reviews, manage product assortment, advance Store Brand development, and negotiate with suppliers and pharmaceutical wholesalers to drive sales growth and profitability.
• Lead OTC, medical supplies and wellness marketing initiatives, including flyers and promotions, coordinating content, scheduling, supplier involvement, and alignment with category strategies.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to team members through workforce planning, training, performance management, and fostering a high - performing, engaged team culture.

Who you’ll work with: You will have one direct report (Pharmacy Business Analyst), and will report into the Director, Pharmacy. This team strives to cultivate a culture that is customer/patient centered, data-driven, and cross-functional.

The Collaborators: You will provide recommendations daily to retail Pharmacy managers, supervisors, Centre managers and commodity specific department managers.

The Customers: You will demonstrate customer focus while supporting local Co-op Pharmacies and Food stores.

Why it matters: We help local Co-ops serve their communities by providing support and leadership to food, pharmacy, liquor and convenience stores, and by delivering quality products and exemplary customer service.

Who you are: You are looking for a career in Business Strategy and Insights and :

• Have 8 years of relevant progressively responsible experience. Pharmacy Operations and category engagement experience is a strong asset. Experience working with Provincial and Federal Pharmacy regulatory bodies is an asset.
• Have a bachelor’s degree in commerce/business, pharmacy or a related field (a combination of relevant education and experience may be considered).
• Are familiar with all Federal and Provincial Pharmacy Acts and Drug Schedules.

What we offer:

• Competitive salaries, short-term incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan.
• Encouragement to take advantage of learning opportunities to grow and develop as a Team Member.
• As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. To learn more about who we are and what we offer, visit www.fcl.crs .

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. If you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, we invite you to submit your requests to us via [e-mail]. All information received will be kept confidential.

If this opportunity speaks to you, we invite you to apply by February 10, 2026.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted. FCLHP

As this position is considered a position of trust and safety sensitive, you may be required to complete criminal record check and a drug & alcohol test in accordance with FCL policies.

FCL embraces diversity and inclusion. We’re working to create a workforce that is as diverse as the communities we serve and an environment where every team member brings their whole self to work. We believe all candidates should feel at home with us and be given the opportunity to fully participate during the recruitment process.

About Us

As a co-operative, we do business differently. We believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth. Our work is guided by our values of integrity, excellence and responsibility and driven by our vision of building sustainable communities together. To learn more about who we are, visit www.fcl.crs .

Job Info

• Job Identification 12152
• Job Category Retail Operations Advisory
• Posting Date 01/27/2026, 09:32 PM
• Apply Before 02/11/2026, 05:55 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 401 - 22nd Street E Box 1050, Saskatoon, SK, S7K 0H2, CA (Hybrid)