Job Description

Champion/support Kroger Health strategies by collaborating with key stakeholders to consistently execute company plans. Drive plan execution by coaching/mentoring associates to deliver on strategic targets. Coordinate overall efforts to drive sales and reduce costs (e.g., labor, expense, shrink) for Kroger Health locations. Collaborate with corporate Kroger Health team on key initiatives and oversee execution of these initiatives. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.

• Execute company plans to realize budgeted sales, gross profit, clinical results and cost savings
• Lead the division Kroger Health team in implementing best practices; measure execution of those standards
• Achieve corporate goals and remove obstacles to deliver successful results
• Collaborate with Freshness & Standards, Human Resources (HR) and Enterprise Labor Management System (ELMS) teams on all labor initiatives to develop/execute cost reduction plans
• Lead pharmacy efforts for achieving ELMS goals and wage budgets
• Identify trends for key performance indicators and implement plans to improve underperforming areas
• Ensure merchandising standards are executed
• Lead all business initiatives, including clinical programs, prescription growth, overall customer satisfaction and other services inclusive of each state's scope of practice
• Develop members of the Kroger Health team to perform at the highest level and to be ready to take on other roles
• Re-enforce company values and the leadership model to create more favorable business results, associate insights and customer experiences
• Evaluate customer experience and business performance of individual pharmacies across the assigned region
• Provide feedback to HR on different locations' needs
• Ensure regulatory compliance of all pharmacy locations and pharmacy practitioners/registrants across the division at the direction of the corporate compliance department
• Maintain flexibility to work evenings and weekends based on business needs
• Travel to stores across the division and other locations as dictated by the needs of the business
• Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation

Minimum

• Other Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy and/or Doctor of Pharmacy Degree (Pharm.D.) from an accredited U.S. School of Pharmacy
• 3+ years of experience as a pharmacy practice coordinator or equivalent experience
• 8+ years of experience as a licensed pharmacist
• Active and in good standing Pharmacist License
• Exceptional leadership skills and ability to motivate, develop and inspire a team while creating a highly empowered organization
• Ability to design, implement and manage programs that are aligned to strategic goals
• Understanding of organizational impacts that result from changes in business processes/technologies
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders and peers
• Strong critical thinking skills, attention to detail and ability to draw conclusions
• Ability to identify business problems and develop efficient and effective solutions

Desired

• Any pharmacy and/or coordinator experience in more than one retail district/area, division or company
• Any experience on corporate Kroger Health team
• Any pharmacy practice manager experience
• Any experience with different pharmacy volumes, as well as experience driving clinical execution/results

From one tiny Cincinnati grocery store more than a century ago, we’ve grown into what today is the nation’s largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores in 35 states operating under 28 different names. As America’s grocer, we take pride in bringing diverse teams with a passion for food and people together with one common purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. With a history of innovation, we work tirelessly to create amazing experiences for our customers, communities AND each other, with food at the heart of it all.

Here, people matter. That’s why we strive to provide the ingredients you need to create your own recipe for success at work and in life. We help feed your future by providing the value and care you need to grow. If you’re caring, purpose-driven and hungry to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether you’re seeking a part-time position or a new career path, we’ve got a fresh opportunity for you. Apply today to become part of our Kroger family!

What you’ll receive from us:

The Kroger Family of Companies offers comprehensive benefits to support your Associate Well-Being, including Physical, Emotional, Financial and more. We'll help you thrive, with access to:

• A wide range of healthcare coverage, including affordable, comprehensive medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage, through company plans or collective bargaining agreement plans.
• Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles with paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Emotional and financial support with free counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and free, confidential financial tools and coaching with Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Valuable associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, technology and so much more.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over your career, through our industry-leading Continuing Education program.
• Vast potential for growth, through an abundance of industry-leading training programs and diverse career pathways.

For more information about benefits and eligibility, please visit our Benefits Page!