National Pharmacist Manager

National Pharmacist Manager, Up to £85,000 + Car or Allowance+ Fuel Card + Strong Bonus + Benefits.

About the company:

This business is a trusted name in pharmacy services across the UK, blending community care with forward-thinking healthcare solutions. With a strong retail presence and a commitment to excellence, they are proud to deliver outstanding service across a growing network of pharmacies in the Essex / London / UK. As part of their next phase of strategic expansion, we are looking for a qualified National PharmacistManager to join their team in a multi-site, national Manager-style role.

National Pharmacist Manager Overview:

This is not your typical Pharmacist Manager role. You’ll be a high-impact, roaming National Pharmacist Manager, supporting their existing branches across Essex and the wider UK. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you’ll play a critical part in improving operational performance, leading service delivery, driving national services, pharmacy first and optimising stock management, and ensuring exceptional patient care at every location you support.

Whether stepping in for absence cover, assessing site-level efficiencies, or mentoring pharmacy teams, this is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive, experienced Pharmacist Manager ready to shape and drive pharmacy operations on a larger scale.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, efficient, and compliant dispensing services across a variety of pharmacy branches.
• Proactively implement and champion 'just in time’ stock control policies to minimise waste and ensure optimal inventory across branches.
• Support the roll-out and enhancement of pharmacy services, including NHS and private clinical services.
• Act as a liaison between branch teams and senior management, ensuring open communication and accountability.
• Drive consistency in SOPs, compliance standards, and GPhC guidelines across sites.
• Deliver hands-on support during staff absence, operational challenges, or audits.
• Assist in mentoring and developing pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and support staff.
• Collaborate with Head Office teams on performance reviews, KPI monitoring, and service development initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records of visits, stock observations, and team support activities.

Ideal Background Needed / What's in your DNA ?

GPhC-registered Pharmacist - Essential

Full UK Driving Licence - Essential (Company car and fuel card provided)

Experience working across multiple pharmacy locations a strong advantage

Proven ability to take a already successful multi pharmcy operation and drive it to the next level

Strong knowledge of stock control, dispensing, and clinical services

Good knowldge of NHS Services and the ability to maximise these opportunities across multiple sites

Excellent communication skills and ability to engage with both branch staff and senior leadership

A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a passion for quality improvement

Ability to influence and support teams without direct line management authority