Store Manager Dispsng (non-Pharm) Small

Boots Opticians; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Dispensing Store Manager to lead their retail and pharmacy teams. In this dynamic role, you will drive business growth while ensuring exceptional customer service. You will be responsible for maintaining stock availability, controlling costs, and interpreting data to adapt to customer needs. This position offers the opportunity to develop your leadership skills in a supportive environment that values inclusivity and personal growth. Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes the well-being of its employees and customers alike, and make a positive impact in the community.

Benefits

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

Discretionary annual bonus

Generous employee discounts

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Flexible benefits scheme

Access to 24/7 counselling and support

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in a retail environment is essential.
• NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services valid in the UK is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead retail and pharmacy teams to achieve business goals.
• Conduct regular reviews and audits to ensure safety.

Skills

Team Leadership

Retail Experience

Customer Service

Data Interpretation

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services

Medicines Counter Assistant (NVQ2)

Job description

As a Dispensing Store Manager you will use your leadership experience and passion to help your retail and pharmacy business to grow and change for the better.

About the role

You will report to the Area Manager and lead from the front by being a visible and accessible part of your team. You will work with your retail and pharmacy teams to achieve the business goals for your store, whilst keeping our customers at heart of what we do. You will also:

• Deliver a sustainable and efficient retail and pharmacy operating platform in your store to ensure stock availability, control costs, minimise loss and meet our customers’ expectations
• Keep up to date with new priorities across the business, including Pharmacy services, New Product Development launches and much more
• Interpret data, trends and insights to work at pace and react to the changing needs of the customer
• Be responsible for the performance and development of your team which you will deliver through regular coaching and reviews
• Conduct regular reviews, audits and risk assessments to protect patient and public safety

What you’ll need to have

These are the essential skills or experience needed to succeed in this role.

• Experience leading a team in a retail environment
• Have an NVQ Level 2 equivalent in Pharmacy Services that is valid in the UK
• Completed a Medicines Counter Assistant (NVQ2) qualification or equivalent

It would be great if you also have

These are desirable skills or experience and are not essential, so we would welcome applications from candidates that don’t match these additional criteria.

• Experience navigating and embracing new technology

Our benefits

• Boots Retirement Savings Plan
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Generous employee discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
• Flexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and more.
• Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme.

Why Boots

At Boots, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. As the heart of everything we do at Boots, it's with you, we change for the better.

What's Next

If you apply for this role, you will be invited to take a timed online assessment. If you require any adjustments and assistance with this please contact us. Once you have completed the assessment, our team will review your application and be in touch to update you.

We are always open to discussing possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you, including job share and reduced hours. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.

This role requires the successful candidate to complete a Pre-employment check after receiving an offer. Depending on your location you will be asked to submit either a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), PVG (Protection of Vulnerable groups) or an Access NI Check.

Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.

Business Area

Pharmacy

Function

Pharmacy Store Management

Keywords

Dispenser, store leadership, pharmacy management, pharmacy, technician, ACT

37.5

51.294730905,-0.353328944

Shift Pattern

Weekdays and Weekends

Company

Boots

Division

16 - United Kingdom

Region

8 - South

Area

178 - Surrey and South Downs

Store

5570 - LEATHERHD FETCHAM AP

County

Surrey

Country

UK

Address 1

147 Cobham Road

Address 2

Fetcham

Address 3

Leatherhead

About the company

Boots Opticians Ltd. operates a chain of ophthalmic and dispensing optician stores in the United Kingdom.