Store Manager in Training

CVS Health • Frankfort, KY

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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, collaborative program combines virtual and hands-on learning. Development is supported by a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach. The position supports store operations as a member of the management team and requires willingness to accept a Store Manager promotion or transfer to any CVS Pharmacy store within the designated market. Selection for the program does not guarantee promotion; promotion depends on factors including performance and availability of openings. Work schedules may vary based on business needs.

The role involves communicating effectively, providing customer care, executing merchandising strategies, and managing inventory and assets. The anticipated schedule is 40 hours per week, and this full-time position offers a typical pay range of $18.50–$23.88 per hour. Eligible benefits include 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

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

Responsibilities

• Actively engage with the leader 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 the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health.
• Communicate effectively 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.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED