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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?

Why is this role important:

Reporting to the Senior Vice President, the Executive Assistant will assist in the support and execution of programs, presentations and initiatives that aid in the growth of the business. You will be responsible for the management and coordination of a wide variety of assignments and tasks for the team. As an excellent communicator, with strong negotiating and influencing skills, you will display professionalism and efficiency in representing the team, both internally and externally to all partners.

What you'll do:

• Provide full administrative support to the Senior Vice President
• Responsible for a variety of routine office duties for the Senior Leadership Team, including meeting/travel arrangements, planning and execution of on or offsite meetings, preparing and reconciling expense reports, department and company event planning (e.g. off sites, team building, group meetings, holiday party)
• Handle daily calendar including scheduling of meetings and appointments using professional judgement to screen, prioritize and determine appropriate actions
• Assists with overall management of the office including and not limited to ordering supplies, communicate repair and maintenance requests, forward and process invoices for payment and handle office vendor partnerships.
• Follow up and act as a liaison with various individuals both internally and externally, at all levels of the organization
• Functions autonomously, exercises discretion and judgement, and works independently
• Liaise with senior executives and executive assistants throughout the Company in a professional and confidential manner
• Commitment to promoting a workplace of inclusiveness and belonging

What you need:

• 4+ years’ experience working in an administrative capacity, supporting executives
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Must be proficient in Outlook, Excel, Word and Power Point
• Proficient with business and personal errands
• Organized and able to move quickly within a fast-paced environment
• Strong ability to prioritize multiple projects and manage time well
• Exceptional interpersonal skills in order to effectively source information, obtain approvals and build relationships
• Self-starter, proactive, and flexible
• Knowledge of business, personal and social etiquette
• Polished and professional disposition

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. 

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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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