“To advance and provide comprehensive and innovative patient-centered health services to under-served and hard-to-reach regions.”
The North West Company (NWC) is hiring a Pharmacist Manager for the Valu Lots store in La Ronge, SK. This dual-facing pharmacy location operates as both a central fill pharmacy—supporting remote Northern Saskatchewan stores—and a traditional retail pharmacy serving the La Ronge community. In this leadership role, you will ensure operational, regulatory, and professional pharmacy services are met in order to provide excellence in patient-centered, outcome-focused care.
Dual Practice Setting This location functions as a central fill pharmacy supporting other Northern Saskatchewan stores, alongside serving walk-in patients locally. You will oversee pharmacy operations across both settings, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and quality patient care.
Pharmacy Hours Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Why Join NWC? Joining NWC offers:
Opportunities for career growth and advancement
A dynamic, diverse, and inclusive workplace culture
NWC is a leading retailer serving under-served rural communities and urban neighborhoods across Northern Canada, Western Canada, rural Alaska, the South Pacific islands, and the Caribbean. Learn more at northwest.ca. Go North.
Your Role
Comply with Provincial Pharmacy Regulations and Practice Standards
Follow Provincial Drug Formulary and advise on regulatory changes
Maintain patient confidentiality per Privacy Act
Ensure compliance with NIHB Claims Submission
Implement and maintain operational standards and Store Procedures
Manage pharmacy staff, including orientation, training, and leadership
Deliver patient-focused, positive outcome care and collaborate with healthcare professionals and community agencies
Educate the community with a strong emphasis on health promotion
Recognize and develop business opportunities and nurture relationships with Healthcare Centers, Nursing Stations, and Physician Clinics
Desired Skills & Experience
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
Licensed by the Saskatchewan College of Pharmacists or relevant provincial body
Ability to work under minimal supervision
Maintain Continuing Education requirements
Effective communication skills to counsel, educate, and instruct patients and staff
Previous management experience preferred
Experience with Pharmacy software (Kroll an asset)
Ability to manage a team of approximately 2-3 staff
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Location: Valu Lots Pharmacy – La Ronge, SK Reports To: Pharmacy Market Manager, Saskatchewan
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.