Head of Pharmacy Operations
UK | National Role | Salary up to £120,000 + Bonus
A leading UK community pharmacy group is seeking an outstanding Head of Pharmacy Operations to lead the performance, development and strategic direction of a 130-branch national pharmacy network.
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a high-impact leadership role with responsibility for driving operational excellence, commercial performance, and consistent delivery of high-quality patient care across the estate.
You will lead and develop regional and operational teams, ensuring branches deliver strong results while maintaining the highest standards of professional practice and regulatory compliance. Working closely with the MD and senior leadership team, you will also play a key role in shaping operational strategy and implementing initiatives that support growth and service expansion.
Key Focus Areas
* Leadership of multi-site pharmacy operations (~130 branches)
* Driving operational performance, efficiency, and service delivery
* Ensuring GPhC and NHS compliance across the network
* Leading and developing regional leadership teams
* Delivering commercial growth and operational improvements
* Supporting the rollout of new NHS and private pharmacy services
Candidate Profile
We are looking to speak with senior leaders who have:
* Significant experience leading large multi-site pharmacy or healthcare operations
* A strong track record of improving operational and commercial performance
* Deep understanding of community pharmacy and NHS services
* Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, and strategic thinking skills
* Salary up to £120,000
* Performance bonus
* Senior leadership role reporting directly to the Managing Director