Retail Specialty Excellence (SHN) – Co-op Student

Job Description

At Shoppers Drug Mart, we’re innovating health and wellness in Canada. From prescriptions to walk-in clinics, and a beloved loyalty program, we’re caring and supporting our customers in new ways every day.
With more than 1,300 locally owned and operated stores from coast to coast, the Shoppers Drug Mart network is more than a great place to shop, it’s a great place to work. We’re committed to building our talented team who champion collaboration, kindness and inclusivity. Join our team, and help recognize a healthy future for your career and for all Canadians.

Why this role is important?

Summer 2026 Work Term

Term Length: 4 months

Term Start: May 4, 2026

Term End: August 21, 2026

The pay range for the co-op student role will reflect factors such as the candidate’s experience, academic level, and the specific skillset required for the role.

This role will be On-site in our office located in Mississauga daily Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.

Job Summary:

SHN is looking to hire a Summer Student within our Department of Retail Specialty Excellence. Within the Retail Specialty Excellence team, the Student will support projects focused on enabling specialty pharmacy in retail settings. This includes assisting with program execution, organizing resources for pharmacy teams, and supporting initiatives that simplify specialty processes. The Student will be responsible for managing assigned tasks and deliverables within required timelines.

What You’ll Do

Retail Specialty Enablement

Support initiatives focused on specialty medications growth into retail pharmacy settings
Assist with simplifying specialty processes, tools, and resources for pharmacy teams
Help review and organize specialty drug information (e.g., drug lists, workflows, ordering pathways)
Support rollout and adoption of specialty programs across retail pharmacies
Operational & Analytical Support

Assist with tracking and organizing data related to specialty referrals, ordering pathways, and program uptake
Support development of summaries, trackers, and simple dashboards to help teams understand specialty performance
Help identify gaps, questions, or recurring themes from pharmacy feedback that may require clearer guidance or tools
Cross-Functional & Project Support

Support special projects led by the Retail Specialty Excellence team, including pilots, process improvements, and store-facing initiatives
Assist with preparing materials for pharmacy teams (job aids, one-pagers, FAQs, presentations)
Coordinate with internal teams such as pharmacy operations, specialty programs, and support teams as needed
General Responsibilities

Manage assigned tasks and projects within required timelines
Maintain organized documentation and project materials
Contribute ideas to improve clarity, efficiency, and usability of specialty processes
Take on additional responsibilities as assigned based on project needs
Required Skills & Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program (e.g., health sciences, pharmacy, business, operations, healthcare administration, or related field)
Strong interest in healthcare, pharmacy, or health system improvement
Ability to communicate clearly with multiple internal teams
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Comfortable working with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Detail-oriented with the ability to problem-solve and manage multiple tasks
Pharmacy or healthcare experience is an asset, but not required
What You’ll Gain

Exposure to specialty pharmacy strategy within a retail healthcare network
Experience working on real initiatives that impact patient access and pharmacy operations
Insight into how specialty drugs are operationalized at scale in community pharmacy
Mentorship from leaders in specialty pharmacy and retail operations
This is a hybrid role, requiring four days on-site at the SHN Mississauga office and one remote workday per week.
Why work at Shoppers Drug Mart?
Acting as consultants, supporting internal customers and the Associate-Owners, you will get experience unique to the retail industry while working for an award-winning national brand. Benefit from a competitive pay program and online learning through Academy.
Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your work, co-workers, customers and community.

How You’ll Succeed:

At Shoppers Drug Mart Inc., we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture. We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections.

If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today.

Employment Type:

Full time
Type of Role:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. recognizes Canada’s diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing. Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

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