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Walgreens

Retail pharmacy chain with health services

Emerging Store Manager

Retail Store ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBoynton Beach, FL, USA$47k - $72kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree with a solid academic record in any major, satisfactory completion of the Walgreens Community Internship Program, or a high school diploma/GED with two years of supervisory experience is required.
  • Demonstrate leadership abilities, professional business ethics, self-motivation, strong communication skills, and strong business acumen.
  • Complete the Store Manager training program (LEAP) or, for individuals placed in an ESM role on or after June 1, 2021, complete Walgreens Leadership Essentials training within 12 weeks of the ESM start date.
  • Be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English, except in Puerto Rico.
  • Be willing to work a flexible schedule, including extended days, evenings, and weekends.
  • Be willing to accept promotion to a Store Manager position if offered, which could require relocation to a different store location.
  • Be able to transfer to other Walgreens retail assets within the same hiring area.
  • Obtain and maintain a valid pharmacy technician license as required by state.
  • Successfully complete all required learning and development courses, certifications, and training assigned by the Store Manager, District Manager, and company leaders.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise customer service associates and designated hitters; manage the store front end; make recommendations about overall Pharmacy and Retail Store operations.
  • Support the Store Manager in operating the store to achieve company deliverables; work an alternate schedule with minimal overlap; assume responsibility for store activities when the Store Manager is absent; ensure proper merchandising and protection of store assets; and improve store sales and profitability.
  • Lead and manage store team members, including recruitment, hiring, performance management, and discipline of direct reports, to ensure teams are engaged and meet company deliverables.
  • Engage customers and patients by greeting them, offering help with products and services, resolving complaints promptly, and answering questions; model and share customer service best practices.
  • Monitor customer service, coach and train team members, develop improvement plans for the front end and pharmacy, empower team members to resolve customer issues, and build customer loyalty.
  • Be accountable for improving overall customer service metrics.
  • Supervise store operations and team members by assigning daily activities and delegating tasks; manage opening, closing, and shift changes; approve time records and time off; and resolve scheduling conflicts to ensure team coverage.
  • Collaborate with external partners to advance the store, identify ways to support external partnerships and services, and assist the Pharmacy Operations Manager in seeking community outreach opportunities.
  • Support the Store Manager in using data, analysis, and team member input to make fact-based decisions, follow up, and monitor impact.
  • Supervise store cash management, including register counts, bank withdrawals, armored car pickups, safe deposits, change orders, and bookkeeping.
  • Supervise front-end and pharmacy inventory, complete resets, revisions, and price changes, analyze inventory trends, create corrective action plans, and train and coach team members on inventory procedures.
  • Execute operational feedback from the Store Manager and District Manager through delegation and supervision of team members.
  • Keep the store interior and exterior clean and presentable; manage repairs and maintenance; and respond to emergencies.
  • Ensure team members know how to use computer and technology systems and software.
  • Provide for team members’ safety and well-being and effectively use the Security Operations Center.
  • Comply with company policies and procedures and manage assigned store operations in strict compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including those governing the sale of alcohol, tobacco, fresh food, and pharmacy products.
  • Complete special assignments and other tasks as assigned.
  • Independently analyze financial and performance data and create action plans to support business deliverables.
  • Use operating statements, key performance indicators, and other tools to engage the team and drive store-improvement solutions and actions; collaborate with the Store Manager to identify sales opportunities and insights and support store growth and performance through new initiatives directed by the Support Center.
  • Support the Pharmacy during busy periods, including serving as a pharmacy technician when necessary.
  • Lead and train team members; provide training, mentoring, coaching, and support for career development; handle team member discipline and coaching meetings; and recommend performance-management action, including discipline and termination when appropriate.
  • Manage team member performance by assigning responsibilities, developing performance plans, setting goals and expectations, observing performance, providing feedback, and giving recognition.
  • Acquire and retain talent, build staffing pipelines, anticipate short- and long-term staffing needs, develop talent plans, manage candidate pools, participate in interviews, and make hiring decisions.
  • Ensure proper selection, recruitment, record-retention, and training procedures are followed in accordance with company policy and applicable local, state, and federal laws.
  • Establish accountability through clear expectations, performance management, Performance Improvement Plans, and constructive discipline.
  • Monitor own performance, seek continuous feedback from the leader and team members, and pursue self-development with an Individual Development Plan.
  • Communicate regularly with team members through one-on-one discussions and group meetings, respond to questions and concerns, and assist the Store Manager in planning and communicating company and store strategy.

Desired Qualifications

  • A bachelor's degree is preferred.
  • For internal candidates, management experience, including supervising others and managing and assigning work, and experience across both the front end and pharmacy are preferred.
  • For external candidates, a business major and prior retail or food-industry experience are preferred.

About the Company

Walgreens

Retail pharmacy chain with health services

Walgreens is a retail pharmacy network in the United States that sells prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, health and wellness products, and offers photo services. It operates through a large network of stores and an online platform, enabling customers to order prescriptions or products online and pick them up the same day. Walgreens’ photo service lets customers print photos and create personalized gifts such as photo books, cards, invitations, and other custom items via in-store kiosks or online. The company differentiates itself with a nationwide store footprint, integrated pharmacy and health services, and the ability to deliver convenience through online ordering and same-day pickup. Its goal is to provide convenient access to medications and health-related products while expanding personalized consumer services to improve everyday wellness.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$25M
Headquarters
Deerfield, IL
Founded
1901

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