Store Manager in Training
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 combines virtual and hands-on learning experiences and is supported by a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach. The role involves supporting the store as a member of the management team, providing customer care, carrying out merchandising strategies, managing inventory and assets, and developing leadership skills consistent with CVS values and policies. The employee is expected to participate actively in Key Learning Experiences, support the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health, and be willing to accept a Store Manager promotion and transfer to any CVS Pharmacy location within the designated market. Promotion is not guaranteed and depends on factors including performance and available openings. Work schedules may vary based on business needs.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Retail management experience or experience as a CVS Supervisor.
- Ability to work a schedule that may vary based on business needs.
- Willingness to accept a Store Manager promotion and transfer to any location in the designated market.
Nice To Haves
- Four-year college degree; relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a college 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.
- Participate actively 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 the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health.
- Accept a promotion to Store Manager at a location within the designated market and transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores within that market as needed.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- Retirement savings options
- Wellness programs
- Other resources supporting colleagues’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being, 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
