President

Gainesville, Virginia, United States of America

Extraordinary Care. Extraordinary Careers.

With one of the nation’s largest, most innovative long-term care pharmacy services providers, there is no limit to the growth of your career.

Southern Pharmacy Services, a member of the Guardian family of pharmacies, has an exciting opportunity for you to join our rapidly growing team in Gainesville, Virginia.

Why Southern Pharmacy Services? We’re reimagining medication management and transforming care.

Who We Are and What We’re About:

Our core focus is delivering customized medication management solutions to support healthcare organizations serving seniors and individuals with complex care needs. With our comprehensive suite of tech-enabled pharmacy services and a dedicated team of professionals committed to enriching the lives of those we serve, we are redefining how pharmacy care is delivered.

We offer an opportunity to learn and grow your career in a fast-paced, diverse, and inclusive environment. If you are looking for a challenging, team-oriented environment in which you can put your expertise to work, then this is the place for you.

Develop a short- and long-term strategic vision for the business, aligning with market demands. Guide the direction of the company by orchestrating the efforts of marketing, operations, administration and inventory control. Develop/strengthen strong culture in alignment with Guardian Pharmacy values and ethical standards.
Attributes Required:
• Work Ethic/Integrity – must possess intrinsic drive to excel coupled with values in line with company philosophy
• Leadership – ability to lead project teams to deadlines, while maintaining strong team orientation
• Relational – ability to build relationships with business unit management and become “trusted advisor”
• Strategy and Planning – ability to think ahead, plan and manage time efficiently
• Problem Solving – ability to analyze causes and solve problems at both a strategic and functional level
• Team Oriented – ability to work effectively and collaboratively with all team members
Essential Job Functions (include the following):
• Work with management staff each fiscal year to develop the annual business plan goals and objectives.
• Develop annual objectives for each direct report, aligned with business plan goals, and hold the team accountable for plan achievement
• Coordinate the efforts of marketing, operations, administration and inventory
• Provide direction and leadership for the entire organization
• Ensure the development of leadership and depth in the organization to ensure succession plan
• Ensure the compliance of the organization with all applicable laws, rules and regulations
• Ensure adequate cash flow by controlling expenses, keeping receivables current and maximizing inventory turns
• Ensure the integrity and ongoing improvement of operations, processes and systems
• Ensure open and effective communication throughout the organization
• Oversee and assist with customer relations and problem resolution
• Remain abreast of changes in the industry
• Assist other presidents whenever needed
• Assist in marketing to potential new partners when needed
• Other essential functions and duties may be assigned as needed
Education and/or Certifications:
• Master’s Degree or MBA (preferred, not required)
Skills and Qualifications:
• 15+ years of business experience
• Ability to work independently and deliver to deadlines
• Ability to solve problems with minimal direction
• Great attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment working on multiple tasks simultaneously, while adhering to strict deadlines
• Quality minded; motivated to seek out errors and inquire when something appears inaccurate
• Ability to develop strong culture in alignment with corporate value system
• Demonstrated ability to develop, nurture and retain a strong management team
• Public speaking/public relations skills
• Experience working with pharmacists, nurses and other professional staff
Work Environment:
• Ability to work flexible hours

What We Offer:

Emotional well-being and physical health are important, which is why our employees receive a generous benefits package and a work culture that supports our core value of, “Treat others as you would like to be treated.”

Compensation & Financial

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with up to 3.5% company match (1)

Family, Health & Insurance Benefits (1), (2)

• Multiple health plan options including copay (FSA-eligible) and HSA eligible plans
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Dental and Vision plans
• Company-paid basic life, AD&D and long-term disability coverage
• Optional employee, spouse, and child life/AD&D insurance
• Optional accident, critical illness, and short-term disability coverage
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Time Off 

• Paid holidays and sick days
• Generous vacation benefits based on years of service

(1) Eligibility begins the first of the month following 30 days of employment

(2) Full-time employees only, excluding EAP which is available to all Guardian employees

The Guardian Difference

Our clients require pharmacy services that aren’t “cookie cutter.” That’s why every Guardian pharmacy is locally operated and empowered with the autonomy to tailor their business to meet their clients’ needs.

Our corporate support offices, based in Atlanta, Ga., provide services such as human resources, business intelligence, legal, and marketing to promote the success of each Guardian location.

Regardless of your role at Guardian, your voice and talents matter. Because healthcare is an ever-changing industry, we encourage innovative thinking, intellectual curiosity, and diverse viewpoints to ensure we stay competitive in today’s dynamic business environment.

At Guardian, we are dedicated to fostering and advancing a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Join us to discover what your best work truly looks like.