Store Manager in Training - 09938

CVS Health•Lafayette, 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. Development is supported by a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach. The role builds leadership skills in communication, customer care, merchandising, and inventory and asset management. SMITs are expected to participate actively in key learning experiences, contribute as a member of the store management team in accordance with CVS values and policies, and support the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health. Candidates must be willing to accept a Store Manager promotion anywhere in their designated market and transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores within that market. Selection for the SMIT position does not guarantee promotion; promotion timing and availability depend on factors including performance and open positions. The schedule may vary based on business needs.

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

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

Responsibilities

  • Participate actively in Key Learning Experiences throughout 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 and provide high levels of service.
  • Execute merchandising strategies to support store sales growth.
  • Manage store inventory and assets to maintain profitability.
  • Accept a promotion to a Store Manager role at any location in the designated market, if promoted.
  • Transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores within the designated 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, based on eligibility
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