Store Manager in Training

CVS Health•Sandy Springs, GA

24d

About The Position

The Store Manager in Training (SMIT) is a development-focused role designed to prepare the employee for a CVS Store Manager position. The 16-week, self-paced and collaborative program combines virtual and hands-on learning experiences. Development is supported by a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach. The role develops skills in communication, customer care, merchandising, inventory and asset management, and store leadership. SMITs participate actively in structured Key Learning Experiences, support the store as a member of its management team, lead in accordance with CVS values and policies, and engage colleagues in the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health. Employees must be willing to accept a Store Manager promotion and transfer to another CVS Pharmacy location within their designated market. Selection for the SMIT role does not guarantee promotion; promotion timing and availability depend on factors including performance and open positions. This is a full-time position with anticipated hours of 45 per week. The schedule may vary based on business needs. The typical pay range is $18.50–$23.88 per hour; the actual offer depends on factors such as experience, education, and geography. Eligible colleagues receive a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, subject to eligibility.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Retail management experience, or experience as a CVS Supervisor.
Willingness to accept promotion to a Store Manager role at any location in the designated market.
Ability to transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores within the designated market.
Ability to work a schedule that may vary based on business needs.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or relevant work experience in lieu of a college degree.

Responsibilities

Participate actively in structured Key Learning Experiences and the 16-week development program.
Support the store as a member of the management team and lead consistently with CVS values and policies.
Engage colleagues in support of CVS’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health.
Communicate verbally and in writing to support and lead the team.
Perform customer care duties to provide high levels of service.
Execute merchandising strategies to support store sales growth.
Manage store inventory and assets to maintain profitability.
Accept promotion to a Store Manager role and transfer to CVS Pharmacy locations within the designated market as needed.