Store Manager in Training

CVS Health • Houma, LA

12d

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. Development support is provided by a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach.

The role supports store operations as a member of the management team and builds leadership skills in customer care, merchandising, inventory and asset management, and communication. Participants are expected to engage actively in structured learning experiences, lead consistently with CVS values and policies, and support the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health.

Participants must be willing to accept a Store Manager promotion and transfer to any CVS Pharmacy location within their designated 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 according to 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, with the actual offer depending on experience, education, geography, and other relevant factors.

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 provide customer care and lead a team.
• 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 with a leader during the structured development program.
• Support store operations as a member of the management team.
• Lead in a manner consistent 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 Store Manager promotion within the designated market and transfer to another CVS Pharmacy store in that market if 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 supporting colleagues’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being, based on eligibility

What This Job Offers

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