Store Manager in Training

CVS Health • Goodyear, AZ

16d

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. Development is supported by a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach. The role involves supporting the store as a member of the management team and developing leadership skills in customer care, merchandising, inventory and asset management, and team communication. Participants are expected to engage in structured learning experiences, lead in keeping with CVS values and policies, and be willing to accept a Store Manager promotion or transfer to any CVS Pharmacy store within their designated market. Selection for the program does not guarantee promotion; promotion depends on factors including performance and available openings. The schedule may vary based on business needs. The position is full-time, with anticipated hours of 45 per week.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Four-year college degree; relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a college degree.

Responsibilities

• Participate actively in Key Learning Experiences with a leader during the structured development program.
• Support the store as a member of the management team and lead consistently with CVS values and policies.
• Engage colleagues in supporting 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 a Store Manager promotion within the designated market if offered and transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores within that market as needed.
• Work a schedule that may vary based on business needs.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Wellness programs
• Other resources to support colleagues’ and families’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being, subject to eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED