Job Description

Neighbourly Pharmacy ("Neighbourly") is Canada's largest and fastest growing network of independent pharmacies. We are seeking a highly-motivated Senior Manager, Integrations to join our growing acquisition Integrations team.



Since 2015, Neighbourly has expanded its diversified national footprint to include 300+ locations, reinforcing the Company's reputation as the industry's acquirer of choice. In early 2024, Neighbourly entered a new phase of growth following a take-private transaction led by Persistence Capital Partners (PCP), with Brookfield participating as a strategic financial partner. Since then, Neighbourly has accelerated its national expansion - scaling its acquisition platform and continuing to consolidate across Canada's pharmacy landscape.



You will directly contribute to Neighbourly's rapid growth which has regularly been recognized externally, including via the following accolades:

Ranked #1 fastest growing company in Canada (Globe and Mail, 2020) Requalified on the Globe and Mail's Top Growing Companies list over the last four years (2021, 2022, 2023 & 2024) Named as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for the last five consecutive years (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025) Recognized on the 2022 New Innovators list (by Canadian Business magazine in partnership with the Brookfield Institute for Innovation + Entrepreneurship) Recognized on Canadian Business' 2020 Growth List

ROLE OVERVIEW



This position plays a critical leadership role in ensuring seamless operational and cultural integration of newly acquired businesses into our organization. This position oversees cross-functional integration plans and ensures milestones are met by coordinating efforts across departments, streamlining processes, and facilitating key meetings and communications. The right candidate will be instrumental in ensuring that integrations are executed efficiently, with minimal disruption, and deliver business value.



RESPONSIBILITIES



Project Management & Planning

Lead the end-to-end execution of integration projects using project management tools (e.g., Smartsheets). Develop and maintain integration workplans, timelines, and deliverables across business functions. Participates in Integration department meetings by building presentation decks, scheduling meetings and conference calls, recording meeting minutes, coordinating agenda topics and following up on action items. Plans, prepares and builds presentation decks for acquisition store kick-off meetings to cross functional group in collaboration with Corporate Development and Integration department team members. Assist with the development and refinement of single and multi-store project plan structure. Assist with project plan tracking and reporting to senior management; assist with follow-up to ensure cross functional team accountability for all acquisition related tasks. Monitor progress, resolve roadblocks, and report on project status to senior leadership. Utilize Smartsheets and other project tracking tools to coordinate tasks, monitor progress, and share updates with stakeholders. To work effectively in special projects & project-management roles or environments where initiative, planning, design, prioritization, execution, time management, monitoring and controlling, holding others accountable, and completing work independently are critical to success. Conduct in-depth data analysis to derive actionable insights related to acquisition targets, performance metrics, and integration outcomes.

Communication & Engagement

Own integration communication strategy and execution to ensure alignment and clarity across stakeholders. Plan and coordinate integration townhalls and closing meetings, including content development, logistics, and follow-up actions. Act as a liaison between cross-functional teams and acquired locations to ensure consistent messaging and expectations. Assists the Director of Integration with communication to regional operations and senior management on acquisition store progress and performance.

Operational Integration

Manages all aspects of acquisition inventory counts including scheduling inventory counts, developing & refining inventory count instructions and liaising with Finance department to ensure alignment on final inventory valuation. Partner with Inventory and Operations teams to ensure accurate transfer and setup of inventory systems. Manages, refines and presents all acquisition store level employee survey results to the Integration department. Utilizes results to make recommendations on Integration process refinements and improvements. Assist the Integration department in identifying further process refinements and efficiencies to improve the proficiency and volume of change implementation with acquisitions stores. Define and optimize key processes needed for integration success and long-term scalability. Drive continuous improvement by identifying process gaps and recommending solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS AND OTHER SKILLS



Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, or related field; PMP certification is an asset. 5+ years of experience in project management, integration, or operations roles--preferably in retail, healthcare, or pharmacy industries. Proven success managing cross-functional teams and integration initiatives. Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail. Proficient in project management tools such as Smartsheets Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic deals-based environment Experience managing multiple projects and/or integrations simultaneously

About us



Neighbourly Pharmacy is Canada's largest and fastest growing network of community pharmacies. United by their patient first focus and their role as essential and trusted healthcare hubs within their communities, Neighbourly's pharmacies strive to provide accessible healthcare with a personal touch. Since 2015, Neighbourly has expanded its diversified national footprint to include over 300 locations across Canada, reinforcing the company's reputation as the industry's acquirer of choice.



Disclaimer



All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all job applicants, employees, patients and customers. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired. Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada.



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