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Area Manager (Scotland)

Employer
Gordons Chemists
Location
This position is based in Scotland working remotely across all our Scottish stores.
Salary
Excellent salary & benefits package (Company Car, Pension, GPhC fees paid, holidays & staff discount
Closing date
13 Sep 2019

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Contract
Full-time
Pharmacy sector
Community
Job Type
Pharmacist
Sector
Pharmacy

Position Title:            Area Manager - Scotland (Full-time/Permanent)

Reports to:                 Company Directors

Gordons Chemists are Northern Irelands largest Independent Pharmacy chain, with over 60 stores throughout Northern Ireland and Scotland.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Senior Management team of a well-established leading Pharmacy Chain and be part of our significant investment plans into our Scottish branches.  The successful candidate will work with company directors and have significant responsibility for the operational, business development and commercial direction of our branches in Scotland.

This position is based in Scotland working remotely across all our Scottish stores.  We currently have stores in Alexandria, Helensburgh, Milngavie, Armadale, Cowdenbeath, Edinburgh, Musselburgh, Oban and Stranraer.

The role will primarily Monday to Friday 9.00am to 6.00pm (40 hours per week) however given the senior level of the role you will be expected to fulfil all aspects of the role which may result in working outside these core hours.

Role Overview/Key Responsibilities:

  • Support Directors execute Company Vision and Core Values
  • Ensure all branches are compliant to Company and pharmacy systems
  • Provide clear direction to the Pharmacy Managers to ensure achievement of stores objectives
  • Responsible for ensuring all branches are providing excellent patient care and customer service
  • Provide professional specialist operational direction to store on professional matters and business development
  • Complete and deliver all pharmacist and pharmacy services in store when required
  • Analyse figures and drive business improvement
  • Responsible for the delivery of safe, legal and profitable pharmacy services
  • Assist in the compliance and monitoring of company and professional standard operating procedures
  • Approve all staffing rotas whilst managing store labour hours
  • Responsible for regulatory compliance
  • Assist in the daily delivery of Human Resources activities
  • Manage a large team of pharmacists and store staff
  • Recruit, retain, mentor and develop pharmacy and retail teams
  • Participate and lead projects when required
  • Other reasonable duties as required

 

 

 

 

 

 

Essential Requirements:

  • Degree in Pharmacy – BPharm or MPharm
  • Registered with The General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) or will be registered for commencement date of role
  • Five years post qualified pharmacist experience
  • Three years experience at Pharmacy Manager level
  • Previous experience within Community Pharmacy
  • Strong track record of delivering exceptional patient care and customer service
  • Proficient in pharmacy computer systems and Microsoft applications
  • An up to date knowledge of changes within pharmacy and particular focus on the Scottish pharmacy contract.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels of the business and external stakeholders
  • Proven ability to drive continuous improvement initiatives
  • Self-driven and the ability to work on own initiative
  • Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise own workload and adhere to deadlines.
  • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
  • Be a strong people manager with excellent leadership skills and the ability to motivate a large team
  • Flexible attitude to work
  • Willingness to travel to all company sites when required
  • Clean & Valid Driving licence
  • Eligibility to work in UK

Desirable Requirements:

  • Previous experience at Area Management level
  • Proven track record of managing multiple Pharmacy sites
  • Previous experience operating Cegedim Pharmacy Manager computer system
  • Previous experience working as a pharmacist within the Scottish system

 

 

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

Compensation:

The successful candidate will receive an attractive remuneration package. Excellent salary and benefits package including; Company Car, Pension, GPhC fees paid, 25 days holiday plus statutory days and staff discount.

To Apply:

Applications should be made in writing accompanied by a current C.V. detailing why you believe you are suitable and how you meet the relevant criteria.   

All applications should be forwarded to Corina Marshall, Human Resources Manager by email or by post to Gordons Chemists, 74 Scarva Road, Banbridge, Co Down, BT32 3QD.

Closing Date:  Friday 13 September 2019

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