Store Manager in Training

CVS Health•Mesquite, TX

18d•$19 - $24

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 16-week, self-paced and collaborative program combines virtual and hands-on learning and is supported by a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach. SMITs support the store as management team members and lead in a manner consistent with CVS values and policies. The role involves customer care, merchandising, inventory and asset management, and communication to support colleagues and store performance. Participants are expected to engage in structured learning experiences, support CVS’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health, and be willing to accept a Store Manager promotion or transfer to any CVS Pharmacy location within their designated market. Selection does not guarantee promotion; promotion depends on factors including performance and available openings. Schedules may vary based on business needs. The position is full-time, with anticipated hours of 45 per week. The typical pay range is $18.50–$23.88 per hour, with the actual offer depending on experience, education, geography, and other relevant factors. Eligible colleagues receive a comprehensive benefits package supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

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 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

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

Responsibilities

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.
Actively engage with the leader in Key Learning Experiences during the structured development program.
Support the store as a management team member 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.
Accept a Store Manager promotion within the designated market when offered and transfer to CVS Pharmacy stores within that market as needed.
Work a schedule that may vary based on business needs.