Pharmacy Manager

Shoppers Drug Mart; Calgary; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Shoppers Drug Mart in Calgary, AB is seeking a Pharmacy Manager to lead daily pharmacy operations on-site. You will supervise pharmacy technicians, ensure safe dispensing, and uphold high standards of patient care in a fast-paced retail setting.

Responsibilities include reviewing prescriptions for accuracy, providing medication counseling and immunizations, managing inventory, and coordinating staffing with store leadership to optimize performance and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Licensed Pharmacist in good standing with the Alberta College of Pharmacy.
• Experience supervising pharmacy staff and coordinating workflow.
• Knowledge of provincial regulatory standards and safe dispensing practices.
• Ability to provide immunization services in accordance with guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily pharmacy operations on-site.
• Supervise and support pharmacy technicians and staff.
• Review prescriptions for accuracy and safety, ensuring proper use.
• Provide medication counseling and administer immunizations.
• Manage inventory and staffing in collaboration with store leadership.

Skills

Supervise technicians

Pharmacy operations

Review prescriptions

Immunization services

Team leadership

Communication skills

Pharmacy software

Inventory control

Education

Licensed Pharmacist – Alberta

Pharmacist licensure Alberta

Tools

Pharmacy management system

Job description

Company Description

Shoppers Drug Mart is a leading Canadian pharmacy retailer built on professional expertise and personalized service. From a single Toronto pharmacy, the organization has grown to over 1,200 stores nationwide, serving communities from coast to coast. The company focuses on meeting diverse health care needs while maintaining a strong commitment to customer satisfaction. Shoppers Drug Mart emphasizes that every interaction matters and believes success is achieved one customer at a time. Team members are encouraged to deliver high-quality, responsive care that reflects the company’s longstanding values.

Role Description

The Pharmacy Manager is a full‑time, on‑site role based in Calgary, AB, responsible for overseeing daily pharmacy operations and ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant dispensing of medications. This role includes supervising and supporting pharmacy technicians and other team members, coordinating workflow, and maintaining high standards of pharmacy practice and customer care. The Pharmacy Manager reviews prescriptions for accuracy and appropriateness, provides medication counseling, and administers immunizations in line with regulatory requirements and company policies. Additional responsibilities include managing inventory, monitoring regulatory and quality standards, optimizing staffing and scheduling, and contributing to store performance and healthcare service initiatives. The role involves close collaboration with store leadership to drive operational excellence and an inclusive, patient‑centered environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience supervising and collaborating with pharmacy technicians and other pharmacy staff.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacy operations and pharmacy practice, including regulatory and ethical standards.
• Proficiency in reviewing and processing prescriptions, ensuring accuracy, safety, and appropriate use.
• Ability to provide and manage immunization services in accordance with provincial guidelines.
• Licensed Pharmacist in good standing with the Alberta College of Pharmacy (or eligibility for licensure in Alberta).
• Proven leadership skills, including team management, coaching, and performance development.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on inclusive, patient-centered care.
• Experience with pharmacy management systems, medication distribution processes, and inventory control.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and maintain attention to detail.
• Commitment to continuous learning, professional development, and adherence to health and safety standards.