Store Manager in Training

CVS Health•Canton, OH
•$19 - $24

About The Position

The Store Manager in Training (SMIT) is a development-focused role designed to prepare the successful candidate for a CVS Store Manager position. The 16-week, self-paced and 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. SMITs support the store as members of the management team and lead in accordance with CVS values and policies. The position involves communicating effectively, providing customer care, executing merchandising strategies, and managing inventory and store assets. Candidates are 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 or transfer to any CVS Pharmacy location in their designated market. Promotion is not guaranteed and depends on factors including performance and available openings. 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–$23.88 per hour; the actual offer depends on factors such as experience, education, and geography. Eligible colleagues may receive 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.
  • Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to work a schedule that may vary based on business needs.
  • 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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

  • Communicate effectively verbally and in writing to support and lead the team.
  • Perform customer care duties to 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 CVS’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health.
  • Accept a Store Manager promotion within the designated market and transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores in that market as needed.

Benefits

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