Store Manager in Training

CVS Health•Mission Viejo, CA
•$19 - $29

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 provides development toward a future store leadership position. The employee is expected to engage actively in Key Learning Experiences, lead consistently with CVS values and policies, support the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health, and be willing to accept promotion or transfer opportunities anywhere within the designated market. Selection for the SMIT role does not guarantee promotion; promotion timing depends on factors such as performance and available openings.

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 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 instead of a college degree.

Responsibilities

  • 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.
  • Actively engage with a leader in Key Learning Experiences during the structured development program.
  • Support the store as a management team member 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.
  • 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 supporting colleagues and their families, based on eligibility
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