Store Manager in Training
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 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 supports the store as a member of the management team and involves developing leadership skills, providing customer care, executing merchandising strategies, and managing inventory and assets. SMITs are expected to engage actively in structured learning experiences, lead in accordance with CVS values and policies, and support the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health. Candidates must be willing to accept promotion opportunities and transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores anywhere within their designated market. Work schedules may vary based on business needs. Selection for the SMIT role does not guarantee promotion to Store Manager; promotion depends on factors including performance and availability of openings.
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 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
- A four-year college degree is preferred; 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 the store as a member of the management team 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.
- Communicate 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.
- Accept promotion opportunities and transfer to CVS Pharmacy stores within the designated market.
- 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, based on eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
