An exciting leadership opportunity awaits a highly skilled and experienced Pharmacist to step into the role of Pharmacy Manager at our prominent location at 725 College Street in Toronto, Ontario. As a cornerstone of the local community, this role requires a dynamic leader who is registered and in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP). The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of pharmacy operations, mentoring a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with provincial regulations, and driving exceptional patient care and business growth. If you possess a passion for healthcare, strong managerial acumen, and a commitment to customer excellence, we encourage you to apply and become an integral part of Canada’s leading retail pharmacy network.
About the Company: Shoppers Drug Mart / Loblaw Companies Limited
This role is with Shoppers Drug Mart, a proud member of the Loblaw Companies Limited family and Canada’s leading retail drug store chain. With over 1,300 locations coast-to-coast, our pharmacies are central hubs for health and wellness in every community we serve.
We believe that the practice of Pharmacy is the core of our business. Our Pharmacy Managers are empowered to utilize their full scope of practice—from prescribing for minor ailments and administering immunizations to conducting comprehensive medication reviews and offering advanced clinical services. We are committed to fostering a challenging and rewarding environment that supports personal and professional growth, enabling our healthcare professionals to truly make a difference to the health and well-being of Canadians. Joining us means benefiting from the management efficiencies, resources, and career development opportunities inherent in being part of a leading national brand.
The Post: Pharmacy Manager
The Pharmacy Manager is the ultimate leader and clinical authority for the pharmacy team. Your responsibilities will extend beyond dispensing to encompass strategic leadership and operational excellence, including:
- Clinical & Professional Leadership: Ensure the highest standard of patient care, adherence to the OCP standards of practice, and leveraging the full scope of pharmacy services available in Ontario.
- Team Management: Recruit, train, coach, and mentor a high-performing team of Pharmacists, Pharmacy Assistants, and Technicians. Manage scheduling, performance reviews, and foster a positive, collaborative workplace culture.
- Operational Excellence: Oversee inventory management, financial performance, workflow optimization, and regulatory compliance (including narcotics control and patient record integrity).
- Community Engagement: Act as the primary face of the pharmacy, building strong relationships with patients, local healthcare providers, and the community to enhance patient retention and growth.
- Business Strategy: Drive the pharmacy’s financial success by meeting key performance indicators (KPIs), controlling costs, and implementing strategies to grow clinical service revenue and prescription volume.
Location
This management position is located at a high-profile community pharmacy address:
📍 725 College Street, Toronto, ON, Canada
This location sits within one of Toronto’s most vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, offering a dynamic and engaging environment. It presents a unique opportunity to lead a pharmacy that serves a broad cross-section of the city, requiring cultural competence and tailored patient care strategies.
Eligibility and Qualifications
| Category | Requirements |
| Eligibility | Must be a Registered Pharmacist in good standing with the Ontario College of Pharmacists (OCP). |
| Experience | Minimum 3 to 5 years of recent retail pharmacy experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial role (e.g., Assistant Manager, Lead Pharmacist). |
| Leadership | Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team to achieve both clinical and operational goals. |
| Knowledge | Expert command of Ontario’s regulatory requirements and best practices, including drug schedules, expanded scope of practice (immunizations, minor ailment prescribing), and the Drug and Pharmacies Regulation Act. |
| Skills | Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Must possess strong business acumen and efficiency in pharmacy management systems. |
Salary & Compensation
Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience.
Given the significant responsibilities and the senior nature of this leadership role within Canada’s largest pharmacy retailer, the compensation package is designed to attract top-tier talent. The salary range for a Pharmacy Manager in a major metropolitan market like Toronto is highly competitive, typically reflecting a rate higher than the average staff Pharmacist salary (which is generally around C$95,000+). Specific compensation, including performance bonuses, vacation, and health benefits, will be discussed confidentially with shortlisted candidates during the interview process.
How to Apply
This vacancy is an official posting within the company’s career portal. To be formally considered for the Pharmacy Manager position (Job ID: R2000613406), candidates must submit their application directly through the link provided below:
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We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
