Store Manager in Training - 09163

CVS Health•Petaluma, CA

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 includes virtual and hands-on learning experiences and support from 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 is expected to lead in a manner consistent with CVS values and policies, while helping colleagues support the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health. The role requires willingness to accept a Store Manager promotion and transfer to any CVS Pharmacy store within the designated market. Selection for the SMIT position does not guarantee promotion; promotion depends on factors including performance and availability of openings. The schedule may vary based on business needs. Anticipated hours are 47.5 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.
  • 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 a Store Manager promotion at any location in the designated market and transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores within that 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 in accordance 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.
  • Accept a Store Manager promotion and transfer to CVS Pharmacy stores within the designated market, if selected.

Benefits

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