Store Manager in Training

CVS Health • Norfolk, VA

25d

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, collaborative program combines virtual and hands-on learning experiences and is supported by a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach. The role involves supporting the store as a member of the management team and developing leadership capabilities in customer care, merchandising, inventory and asset management, and team communication.

SMITs are expected to participate actively in key learning experiences, lead 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 to other CVS Pharmacy stores within that market. Selection for the program does not guarantee promotion; promotion timing depends on factors such as performance and available openings. Work schedules may vary based on 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, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Retail management experience or experience as a CVS Supervisor.
• 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 work a schedule that may vary based on business needs.
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing.
• Ability to provide customer care, execute merchandising strategies, and manage 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 throughout the structured training 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.
• 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 at a location within the designated market and transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores within that market as needed.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Wellness programs
• Other resources to support colleagues’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being

What This Job Offers

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