Store Manager in Training

CVS Health•Highland Park, IL

About The Position

The Store Manager in Training (SMIT) is a development-focused role designed to prepare colleagues for a CVS Store Manager position. The 16-week, self-paced and collaborative program includes 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 skills in verbal and written communication, customer care, merchandising, and management of store inventory and assets. SMITs are expected to participate actively in key learning experiences, support the store as a management team member in accordance with CVS values and policies, and engage colleagues in the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health. Candidates must be willing to accept a Store Manager promotion at any location in their designated market and transfer among CVS Pharmacy stores in that market. Promotion is not guaranteed and depends on factors including performance and the availability of 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–$28.67 per hour. The role is eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Retail management experience or experience as a CVS Supervisor.
  • Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing.
  • Willingness 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 and transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores within that market.

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 SMIT 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 the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health.
  • 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.
  • Be willing to accept promotion to a Store Manager role at any location in the designated market.
  • Be able to transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores within the designated market.

Benefits

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