Store Manager in Training

CVS Health•Dracut, MA

16d

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, supported by a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach. The role supports the store’s management team and develops leadership skills in customer care, merchandising, inventory and asset management, and team communication. SMITs are expected to participate actively in structured learning experiences, lead consistently with CVS values and policies, and help colleagues 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 among CVS Pharmacy stores within that market. Promotion is not guaranteed and depends on factors including performance and available openings. Work schedules may vary based on business needs. This is a full-time position with anticipated weekly hours of 45. The typical pay range is $18.50–$28.67 per hour; the actual offer depends on factors such as experience, education, and geography. 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.
Strong verbal and written communication skills to support and lead a team.
Customer care skills to provide high levels of service.
Ability to execute merchandising strategies and manage inventory and assets.

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 during the structured training program.
Support the store as a member of the management team 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.
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 promotion to a Store Manager role at any location in the designated market, if selected.
Transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores within the designated market as needed.