Pharmacy Manager Jobs in California

Pharmacy Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in retail pharmacy chains, large health systems, specialty pharmacy, and integrated care organizations, with openings ranging from newly licensed candidates stepping into their first management role through senior directors overseeing multi-site operations. The heaviest hiring is in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where employers like Kaiser Permanente, Sutter Health, and CVS Health maintain a sustained presence and regularly seek experienced candidates. Clinical pharmacy management and specialty pharmacy are the most in-demand sub-areas across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles81+
Top employerWalgreens
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring65
Work type99% On-site
Top industryRetail

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Sharp HealthCare
Pharmacy Manager
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Added 1w ago
Pharmacy Manager
Sharp HealthCare
Coronado, California
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Customer Service & Support
Pharmacy
$80 - $127/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Optum
Pharmacy Manager
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Optum
Added 1w ago
Pharmacy Manager
Optum
Santa Barbara, California
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Customer Service & Support
Pharmacy
Customer Service
$54 - $93/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Sutter Health
Pharmacy Manager
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Sutter Health
Added 4mo ago
Pharmacy Manager
Sutter Health
San Francisco, California
Healthcare Administration
Allied Health
Human Resources
Pharmacy
$202k - $323k/yr
On-Site
Doctorate

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CVS Health
Pharmacy Manager
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CVS Health
Added 1d ago
Pharmacy Manager
CVS Health
San Luis Obispo, California
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Pharmacy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$70 - $91/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Walgreens
Pharmacy Manager
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Walgreens
Added 3d ago
Pharmacy Manager
Walgreens
La Quinta, California
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Customer Service & Support
Human Resources
Pharmacy
$74 - $90/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Pharmacy Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Los Angeles
8 jobs
Hemet
3 jobs
Fresno
2 jobs
La Quinta
2 jobs
Placentia
2 jobs
Pleasanton
2 jobs
San Diego
2 jobs
San Francisco
2 jobs
Tehachapi
2 jobs

Pharmacy Manager Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Walgreens
    Walgreens38
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health28
  • Safeway
    Safeway3
  • Walmart
    Walmart2
  • Albertsons
    Albertsons1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail45
  • Healthcare & Medical Services32
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals2
  • Consulting & Professional Services1
  • Insurance1

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in pharmacy manager jobs across California.

  • Active California Pharmacist License issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy
  • Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy
  • Two or more years of retail, health system, or specialty pharmacy experience
  • Demonstrated supervisory or team leadership experience in a pharmacy setting
  • Proficiency with pharmacy management systems and inventory control processes
  • Strong knowledge of California pharmacy regulations, DEA compliance, and HIPAA requirements

Pharmacy Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a pharmacy manager in California?

You become a pharmacy manager in California by first earning a Doctor of Pharmacy degree, completing an NAPLEX and MPJE examination, and obtaining an active pharmacist license through the California State Board of Pharmacy. Most California employers then look for a few years of staff pharmacist experience before promoting into a management role. Some large health systems offer pharmacy leadership development programs that accelerate that transition for high-performing candidates.

Which companies hire pharmacy managers in California?

Employers hiring pharmacy managers in California right now include Walgreens, CVS Health, and Safeway, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's density of integrated health systems, large retail pharmacy chains, and specialty pharmacy providers means openings appear across a wide range of employer types and care settings throughout the state.

Which California cities have the most pharmacy manager jobs?

Los Angeles, Hemet, and Fresno have the most pharmacy manager openings in California. Los Angeles and San Francisco generate the highest volume because of their concentration of major health systems, retail pharmacy networks, and specialty pharmacy operations, while San Diego's large hospital campuses and biotech-adjacent clinical pharmacies drive consistent demand in that market.

Are there remote pharmacy manager jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. Pharmacy management is fundamentally an on-site role requiring direct oversight of dispensing, staff, and regulatory compliance. About 1% of pharmacy manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those roles are typically in managed care, pharmacy benefit management, or telepharmacy supervision rather than traditional dispensing environments.

How can I get hired as a pharmacy manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic path is to secure a staff pharmacist role at a large California employer and move into management from within. Kaiser Permanente and Sutter Health both run structured pharmacy leadership pipelines for staff pharmacists who show supervisory potential. A postgraduate pharmacy administration or management residency, available at several California academic medical centers, can also compress the timeline significantly. Holding an active California State Board of Pharmacy license and gaining early exposure to inventory oversight or shift-lead responsibilities gives candidates a clear edge when applying for their first management position.

Where can I find and apply to pharmacy manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to pharmacy manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across retail, health system, and specialty pharmacy employers. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly to the ones that match.

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