Store Manager in Training

CVS Health•Jackson Heights, NY

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 combines virtual and hands-on learning. Development support comes from 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 builds leadership skills in customer care, merchandising, inventory and asset management, and team communication. Selection for the SMIT position does not guarantee promotion to Store Manager; promotion depends on factors including performance and available openings. The employee must be willing to accept a Store Manager promotion at any location within the designated market and transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores in that market. The work schedule may vary based on business needs. The anticipated schedule is 45 hours per week. This full-time role offers an hourly pay range of $18.50 to $30.64, with the actual offer depending on experience, education, geography, and other relevant factors.

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 within the designated 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 with a leader during the structured training program.
  • Support the store as a member of the management team and lead in a manner consistent 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 to provide high levels of service.
  • Execute merchandising strategies to support store sales growth.
  • Manage store inventory and assets to maintain profitability.
  • Accept promotion roles and transfers to CVS Pharmacy stores within the designated market, as needed.

Benefits

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