Store Manager in Training (SMIT) D3
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 provides 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 SMIT supports the store as a member of the management team and leads in accordance with CVS values and policies. The role involves developing leadership skills, providing customer care, executing merchandising strategies, and managing inventory and assets. Participants are expected to engage actively in key learning experiences and be willing to accept a Store Manager promotion within the designated market, including at any location in that market. Selection for the program does not guarantee promotion; promotion depends on factors including performance and available openings. The work schedule may vary based on business needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Retail management experience or experience as a CVS Supervisor.
- Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing.
- Ability to perform customer care duties and provide high levels of service.
- Ability to execute merchandising strategies and manage store inventory and assets.
- 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
- Four-year college degree; relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a college degree.
Responsibilities
- Participate actively in Key Learning Experiences 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 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 and 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, including at any location in that market.
- Transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores within the designated market as needed.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- Retirement savings options
- Wellness programs
- Other resources, based on eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
