Store Manager in Training

CVS Health • Waverly, OH

23d

About The Position

The Store Manager in Training (SMIT) is a development-focused role intended to prepare candidates for a CVS Store Manager position. The 16-week, self-paced and collaborative program includes virtual and hands-on learning experiences, supported by a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach.

The role develops leadership, communication, customer care, merchandising, inventory management, and asset-management skills. SMITs serve as members of the store management team and are expected to lead consistently with CVS values and policies, support the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health, and engage actively in structured learning experiences. Candidates must be willing to accept a Store Manager promotion and transfer to any CVS Pharmacy location within their designated market. Promotion is not guaranteed and depends on factors including performance and opening availability. Schedules may vary according to business needs.

This is a full-time position with anticipated hours of 45 per week. The typical pay range is $18.50–$23.88 per hour. The position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility.

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 promotion to a Store Manager role at any location in the designated market.
• Ability to transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores located within the designated market.
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform customer care duties, execute merchandising strategies, and manage store 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 development program.
• Support the store as a member of the management team and lead in accordance 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 a Store Manager promotion and transfer to any CVS Pharmacy store within the designated market, if promoted.

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