Vice President of Pharmacy

Ingles Markets, Inc.; Black Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingles Markets, Inc. is seeking a strategic Vice President of Pharmacy to oversee pharmacy operations across the organization, including procurement, dispensing, contracting, and regulatory compliance.

You will lead with the executive team to improve patient care, privacy, and efficiency, directing design, pricing, and governance for store-level pharmacy teams. The role requires leadership experience in pharmacy operations and the ability to navigate state and federal requirements while driving

Qualifications

• Minimum a bachelor's degree in pharmacy or related field; PharmD preferred.
• Computer literate and proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage pharmacy operations across the organization.
• Collaborate with the executive team to develop and implement strategies.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and patient privacy protections.
• Negotiate contracts and manage third-party relationships.
• Direct and organize pharmacy design, pricing, and store-level policies.

Skills

Pharmacy operations leadership

Regulatory compliance

Negotiation with third-party contracts

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or related field

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Company

Ingles Markets began in 1963 as a single supermarket and has since grown into a regional grocery store chain with just under 200 retail locations operating in 6 southeastern states, a 1.6-million-square foot distribution center, two truck fleets, and a milk processing plant. Ingles Markets' headquarters and distribution center are located just 15 minutes outside of Asheville, NC in the town of Black Mountain.

The Team

We are a lean team that services 27,000 employees across 6 states. We work hard as a collective team to ensure everything is accomplished, even if it is not in our job description. While we do take things seriously, we like to have fun while we are doing it, so we can create the most impact and difference that we can.

The Position

The Vice President of Pharmacy is responsible for overseeing and managing pharmacy operations across the organization. They work closely with the executive team to develop and implement strategies that optimize pharmacy services, performance, and patient care. This role includes overseeing the management of pharmacy operations, including medication procurement, dispensing, third-party contracting, and regulatory compliance. Additionally, the Vice President of Pharmacy ensures pharmacy practices protect patient privacy and meet all state and federal requirements. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement solutions that improve efficiency and patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deal with Boards of Pharmacy in NC, SC, GA and TN.
• Deal with DEA.
• Participate in NACDS calls.
• Review and Advise on Pharmacy Design.
• Review and Advise on Pharmacy Accounting Issues.
• Deal with State Medicare Programs.
• Negotiate Pharmacy Temp Agency Contracts and Compliance.
• Supervise and Direct Subordinates.
• Create, Plan and Direct the overall vision of the Pharmacy department.
• Participates in regulatory discussion and reacts to institute guidelines to comply.
• Establish rules, policy and procedures for store level pharmacy personnel.
• Pharmacy Pricing.
• Pharmacy Recruiting and Compensation.
• Pharmacy Computer Systems.
• Third Party Contracting and Reconciliation of claims.
• Compliance chairperson for FWA, HIPAA Privacy and Security.
• Pharmacy Reporting, Merchandising, Sales, Margins, Advertising, Vendor Negotiations.
• Perform other duties and assignments as directed.
• Observe all company rules and policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in pharmacy or a related field; Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) preferred.
• Computer literate and competent in Microsoft Office Products.
• Familiar with office equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in pharmacy operations and leadership is preferred.
• Must be able to sufficiently perform with minimal supervision.