Director, Oncology Program Excellence & Strategy

Location:

1685 Tech Ave, Mississauga, Ontario, L4W 0A7

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?

The Director, Oncology Program Excellence & Strategy is responsible for advancing SHN’s position as the preferred partner within the oncology community for patient support programs (PSPs).

 

This role leads the development and execution of oncology initiatives to drive program innovation and contribute to sustained company growth and profitability. They will also provide strategic guidance to program teams to enable the delivery of high-quality, scalable solutions that meet the needs of patients, prescribers and pharmaceutical partners.

 

This position requires deep expertise in oncology patient care, a comprehensive understanding of the Canadian oncology landscape, and the ability to leverage an established network within the oncology community. The ideal candidate brings an entrepreneurial, builder mindset, with a strong capacity to collaborate and develop long-lasting, strategic partnerships.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

As the Director, Oncology Program Innovation & Strategy, you will:

• Build and enhance SHN’s capabilities in delivering high-quality, patient-centered oncology programs

• Act as the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) for oncology within SHN, sharing therapeutic knowledge and expertise through training and feedback mechanisms to program team members.

• Support the business development process for oncology programs, including proposal development, client presentations, and the successful launch of new programs.

• Develop a strategic plan for identifying, mapping, and effectively gaining insights from diverse stakeholders across the oncology ecosystem

• Stay abreast of the national oncology healthcare landscape, including treatment access, affordability, legislative changes, and the latest advancements in oncology research,

• Participate in external conferences and forums to gather insights on trends and developments in program offerings and technology.

 

 

Required Qualifications & Skills

• 7+ years of progressive experience in the oncology pharmaceutical industry, patient support programs, or within the broader oncology care landscape.

• Experience leading initiatives, with a proven ability to develop and define strategy, and conceptualize and implement approaches

• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, including oncologists, oncology pharmacists, oncology nurses, patient associations, and industry partners.

• Extensive knowledge of the Canadian healthcare system and a strong understanding of the oncology landscape, including patient/caregiver needs, reimbursement processes across provinces and territories, and product pipelines.

• Exceptional leadership, communication (written, verbal, presentation), and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build rapport, influence stakeholders, and inspire cross-functional teams.

• Strong strategic thinking combined with meticulous execution capabilities.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a fast-paced, complex, and highly matrixed environment.

• Self-motivated, resilient, with a positive attitude and creativity in generating solutions.

• University degree or equivalent industry-related experience.

• Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset.

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 purchase discount program, competitive pay 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:

Regular

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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Hiring Range / Échelle salariale à l’embauche :

$128,000.00 - $176,000.00 / 128.000,00$ - 176.000,00$ (per year / par an)

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