Pharmacy Talent Specialist

Hannaford Supermarkets started out as a fresh produce vendor in Portland, Maine way back in 1883, and is still connected to those early roots as a local market. Hannaford actively seeks out farmers and producers to join our Local program which celebrates not only local foods, but the preservation of farmland, local traditions and local jobs. The connection we have to the source of our fresh foods is core to the way we do business, becoming the first major supermarket in the United States to document that all its seafood products were sustainably harvested.

Hannaford is looking to hire an experienced Pharmacist to lead Pharmacy recruiting efforts across Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts and New York.

Develops and executes Hannaford Pharmacy recruiting activities and strategies in the field. Responsible for sourcing, screening, and hiring qualified pharmacists for primarily retail-based Pharmacy roles and corporate Pharmacy roles, as needed. Acts as a brand ambassador in the community, championing Hannaford and the Pharmacy business. Fosters and nourishes relationships with talent across our footprint, including candidates and future talent. Responsible for partnering with business development manager and regional pharmacy operations managers to review hours earned in each pharmacy and staffing needs in all geographies, aligned with organizational goals. As a Pharmacy Talent Specialist, this role partners with HR to develop, evolve, and align Hannaford's Pharmacy talent development strategy with our Hannaford talent development strategy. Develops relationships with pharmacy schools and regularly attends college events to support pharmacy community retail education and recruitment of students. Advocates at local, state and federal level for the advancement of pharmacy policy and practice.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

O Acts as Hannaford brand ambassador in the community - marketing Pharmacy opportunities and championing the Hannaford Associate Value Proposition

O Defines and executes overall recruiting strategy for retail and/or corporate pharmacist positions to attract top pharmacist talent, with support of Manager of Recruiting and other key stakeholders

O Identify, source and engage candidate through professional networks, referrals, social media or other appropriate methods

O Plans, manages, and executes hiring events across our footprint

O Conduct initial screening interviews to evaluate candidate qualifications and experience

O Conducts candidate research, competitive market research, and interviews

O Recruits, coordinates, and hires for all retail pharmacy positions: interns, new graduates, pharmacists, pharmacy managers and other pharmacists as needed; may be a resource for stores in technician recruiting

O Partners with Regional Pharmacy Operations Manager and Business Development manager to identify staffing needs - short and long-term - ensuring pharmacies remain open to communities while remaining viable.

O Manage the end-to-end recruitment process including job postings, candidate interviews, selection and offers.

O Manages the offer process, including writing and presentation of the written offer, in partnership with Director of Pharmacy.

O Liaison to retail to assist with the on-boarding process with the hiring manager or store personnel.

O Ensures onboarding and transfer of all pharmacists to hiring store is seamless

O Generates staffing and development plans for Hannaford Pharmacy. Creates, implements, and maintains innovative sourcing strategies (i.e., Employee Referral Program, Diversity partnerships, etc.), ensuring Hannaford remains a top employer for prospective pharmacists and well positioned in the community.

O Responsible for on-campus recruiting and maintaining relationships with Colleges, Schools, and Universities of Pharmacy.

O Lead and execute other projects as assigned.

O Ensures all recruiting and onboarding activities are aligned with state and federal laws and regulations as well as company policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Experience:

O Pharmacy BS or Pharm D degree

O Minimum five years' experience as a practicing registered pharmacist

O Pharmacy management preferred

O Comprehensive understanding of pharmacy systems and retail community pharmacy operations

O Comprehensive understanding of the pharmacy industry

O Must hold or be willing to attain recruiting certification

Skills and Abilities:

O Strong analytical skills with ability to solve problems and conduct data/trend analysis.

O Strong understanding of the pharmacy industry and workforce needs; strong working knowledge of state and federal employment laws and regulation

O Able to build, expand and leverage networks to fill talent needs

O Detail oriented; exceptional planning and organizational skills

O Strong interpersonal skills

O Proven ability to prioritize time and tasks efficiently and effectively

O Excellent verbal and written communication.

O Ability to present information to a variety of audiences

O Must take initiative, able to adapt to changing priorities and work on multiple projects

O Maintain high level of confidential information in a professional manner

O Ability to work a flexible schedule, to be available to speak to candidates at off-hours in the evening or over the weekend

O Must be available and able to travel throughout our footprint and beyond, as needed and requested

The Salary Range for this Position is $120,000 - $153,418

Hannaford provides equal opportunity in employment to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), age, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.