Regional Manager at Shoprite Group of Companies

About the role    

• Step into a high-impact leadership role as a Regional Manager, where you will take full ownership of the performance, compliance, and operations of Medirite Instore Dispensaries and Medirite Plus Stores across your region.
• In this role, you’ll drive regional success by executing strategic operational plans, leading high-performing teams, and embedding a culture of excellence across all stores.
• You will be accountable for delivering strong financial results, ensuring consistent execution of company standards, and proactively managing risk through strict adherence to policies and procedures.
• Working closely with the Senior Regional Manager, you will lead and develop Area Managers, ensuring alignment, capability, and performance across the region. This is your opportunity to make a real impact by shaping the success of a growing retail healthcare business.
• This role will be based in Centurion, Gauteng.

What you'll do    

• Lead and oversee the overall performance, compliance, and operational excellence of Medirite Instore Dispensaries and Medirite Plus Stores within the designated region.
• Develop and implement strategic operational plans to drive regional growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
• Manage, mentor and develop Area Managers to ensure alignment with company goals, enhance team capability, and optimise performance.
• Ensure strict adherence to company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements to mitigate risks and maintain compliance.
• Monitor financial and operational reports regularly, analysing trends and implementing corrective actions to improve store performance.
• Drive a culture of high performance, quality service, and operational discipline across all retail outlets.
• Collaborate effectively with senior leadership, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to support regional initiatives and store openings.
• Manage resources efficiently, including budgeting, staffing, and inventory control, to achieve operational objectives.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts by identifying opportunities and implementing best practices in retail pharmacy management.
• Maintain a valid driver's licence and commit to regular travel within the region to provide hands-on leadership and support.

What you bring    

Qualification

• BPharm degree or equivalent pharmaceutical qualification

Experience

• Current registration as a Pharmacist with the South African Pharmacy Council 
• +7 years' experience in operational pharmacy management, including regional, area or multi-site leadership accountability
• Demonstrated experience leading pharmacy operational performance, compliance, people and stakeholder relationships 
• Experience analysing financial and operational reports and implementing corrective action
• Experience in retail pharmacy, Medirite operations, new-store openings or multi-format retail operations 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and working knowledge of relevant pharmacy, retail, workforce and reporting systems
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently within the allocated region 

Closing Date    

• 2026/09/13