Store Manager in Training: Springfield area

CVS Health•Highland Park, IL

About The Position

The Store Manager in Training (SMIT) is a development-focused role designed to prepare candidates for a CVS Store Manager position. The self-paced, collaborative program spans 16 weeks and combines virtual and hands-on learning. Development support is provided 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 building skills in communication, customer care, merchandising, inventory management, and asset management. Candidates are expected to engage actively in structured learning experiences, lead in accordance with CVS values and policies, support the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health, and be willing to accept a Store Manager promotion anywhere in their designated market. Promotion is not guaranteed and depends on factors including performance and available openings. The schedule may vary with business needs. This full-time position has anticipated hours of 45 per week and a typical pay range of $18.50 to $23.88 per hour. Eligible colleagues may receive 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 a Store Manager promotion 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

  • A four-year college degree is preferred; relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a college degree.

Responsibilities

  • Actively participate 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 support of the company’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.

Benefits

  • Medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement savings options
  • Wellness programs
  • Other resources, based on eligibility
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