Regional Associate Director, Pharmacy

Role Overview

• Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures to maintain process consistency across the Atlantic pharmacy network.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and governing body requirements within the Atlantic pharmacy network.
• Advise business units, including Patient Support Programs and Provider Solutions, on regulatory compliance for pharmacy-related initiatives.
• Facilitate effective collaboration and communication with stakeholders to sustain national pharmacy standards and processes in the Atlantic region.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams at corporate, division, and facility levels to align quality and operational initiatives with organizational priorities.
• Oversee the development and management of regional pharmacies, driving operational excellence.
• Support regulated compounding activities, ensuring compliance with NAPRA standards.
• Inform executive leadership about regulatory changes impacting pharmacy operations.
• Manage relationships with pharmacy partners within the Atlantic region.
• Monitor, and analyze performance metrics to meet established targets.
• Align regional pharmacy objectives with corporate strategy, supporting the strategic planning process.
• Oversee the regional pharmacy budget and capital investments.
• Create and implement continuing education programs for pharmacy staff.
• Collaborate with Pharmacy Managers to ensure budget adherence and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Oversee licensing and renewals for network pharmacies in the Atlantic region.
• Represent pharmacy services at client quarterly business reviews, new business pitches, physician/clinic meetings, and internal discussions.
• Inform and audit regional pricing strategies in Kroll.
• Provide leadership and support to direct reports, including work allocation, hiring, training, and performance management.
• Execute continuous improvement initiatives across regional pharmacies, sharing best practices across facilities.
• Participate in audits and assist in implementing corrective actions as required.
• Assist with other duties as assigned by the manager.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in pharmacy operations.
• PharmD or Bachelor of Pharmacy degree
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Pharmacist providing direct patient care with at least one provincial College of Pharmacy
• In-depth understanding of pharmacy workflows, specialty pharmacy services, and pharmacy adjudication software.
• Expertise in NAPRA standards and regulatory compliance.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Exceptional planning, execution, and multitasking skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, patient-focused environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of provincial pharmacy regulations.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary and generous vacation entitlement
• Wellness Program (5 paid days off for your well-being!)
• Paid Sick Days
• Competitive Benefits Package including Dental & Extended Health Benefits, AD&D, LTD & Employee/Dependent Life Insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program