Store Manager in Training

CVS Health•Niles, OH

4d•$19 - $24

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 self-paced, collaborative program spans 16 weeks and 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 develops leadership and retail-management skills, including communication, customer care, merchandising, and inventory and asset management. SMITs participate in structured Key Learning Experiences, serve as members of the store management team, and lead in accordance with CVS values and policies. They are expected to support the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health and to accept promotion opportunities within the designated market. Selection does not guarantee promotion; promotion depends on factors including performance and available openings. The role requires flexibility to work schedules based on business needs and to transfer to CVS Pharmacy stores within the designated market. This is a full-time position with anticipated hours of 45 per week. The typical pay range is $18.50–$23.88. The position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including 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 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 the leader during the structured development program.
Support the store as a member of the management team 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.
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 roles within the designated market when available.
Transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores located within the designated market as needed.
Work a schedule that may vary based on business needs.