We are seeking an experienced Head of Pharmacy Operations to lead and optimise the performance of a multi-site pharmacy portfolio across the Midlands and North West. This senior leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence, regulatory compliance, commercial growth, and a consistently high-quality patient experience across all branches.
Reporting to the Managing Director, you will have full responsibility for the strategic and day-to-day operations of the pharmacy estate. You will oversee branch performance, financial delivery, compliance, and people development, while identifying opportunities for growth, innovation, and service improvement.
This is a highly visible, field-based role requiring regular travel between branches and close collaboration with senior leadership, pharmacists, and operational teams to ensure strong commercial and clinical outcomes.
Location: Head Office - Derbyshire (the role is primarily field-based across the Midlands and North West, Milton Keynes up to Manchester)Salary & Benefits:
- £100,000 basic salary
- £6,000 car allowance
- Performance-related bonus
- Senior leadership benefits package
About you:
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in retail pharmacy operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
- Proven success in managing and improving performance across multi-site retail environments.
- Strong commercial acumen with experience managing budgets, P&L, and profitability.
- In-depth understanding of pharmacy operations, regulatory frameworks, and governance.
- Excellent leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
- Strong strategic thinking, analytical ability, and decision-making capability.
- Registered Pharmacist status - this is highly desirable

Chesterfield, Derbyshire, UK
100k - 100k Annual GBP
Distinct Recruitment
Distinct Recruitment
JS3055431972
1/24/2026 4:04:19 PM
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