Walgreens CEO Roz Brewer resigns after less than 3 years on the job

Walgreens Boots Alliance said Friday that CEO Rosalind "Roz" Brewer is stepping down after less than three years at the helm of the global pharmacy chain. 

Walgreens named Ginger Graham, an independent director on the company's board, as interim chief executive. Brewer, who is also relinquishing her seat on the board, will continue to advise the retailer while it searches for a permanent CEO, the company said. 

Brewer assumed the top post at Walgreens in March of 2021. She previously served as chief operating officer and group president at Starbucks as well as president and CEO of Walmart-owned Sam's Club, among other corporate positions.