Pharmacy Manager

Gordons Chemists; Carrickfergus; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A pharmacy chain in Northern Ireland is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Manager to provide exceptional patient care and lead store operations. The ideal candidate will be a qualified pharmacist registered with the PSNI and possess excellent leadership and communication skills. This role involves developing local business initiatives and ensuring high standards of service in a busy community pharmacy.

Qualifications

• Qualified pharmacist registered with PSNI.
• Up-to-date knowledge of changes within pharmacy services.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service and patient care.
• Lead store operations to ensure high service standards.
• Develop local business and deliver professional services.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in pharmacy computer systems

Education

Degree in Pharmacy – BPharm or MPharm

Job description

Overview

Position: Pharmacy Manager (Full Time / Permanent)

Location: 15 Kings Road, Whitehead, Carrickfergus BT38 9PU.

This is an excellent opportunity to join Northern Ireland's largest Independent Pharmacy chain within a busy community pharmacy.

This position is full time and permanent, working five days per week. Applicants must be available to work Monday – Saturday as per store opening hours outlined below.

Store Opening Hours: Monday – Friday 9.00am – 5.45pm; Saturday 9.00am – 1.00pm

The successful candidate will be required to consistently provide exceptional high levels of patient care and develop the business within the local community.

Responsibilities

• Provide an exceptional level of customer service and patient care.
• Lead and manage store operations to ensure high standards of service and efficiency.
• Develop the business within the local community and deliver professional services, SPPG-commissioned and private.
• Work proactively to implement available professional services and initiatives.

Essential Requirements

• Qualified pharmacist registered with PSNI (Pharmaceutical Society of Northern Ireland).
• Degree in Pharmacy – BPharm or MPharm.
• Proficient in pharmacy computer systems and Microsoft applications.
• Up-to-date knowledge of changes within pharmacy and pharmacy services.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

• Proactive in delivering available professional services, SPPG-commissioned and private.
• Enthusiastic with excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.

Desirable Requirements

• Previous experience within Community Pharmacy.
• Previous Management Experience.
• Experience completing pharmacy-related projects.

We reserve the right to amend criteria in order to facilitate shortlisting.

To Apply

Applications should be made in writing stating why you believe you are suitable for the role, accompanied by a current CV.

All applications should be forwarded to Human Resources by submitting your CV below or by post to HR Department, Gordons Chemists, 74 Scarva Road, Banbridge, Co Down, BT32 3QD.

Closing Date: Thursday 2 October 2025