Store Manager in Training

CVS Health • Charleston, WV

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About The Position

The Store Manager In Training (SMIT) is a development-focused role designed to prepare candidates for a CVS Store Manager position. The 16-week, self-paced and collaborative program combines virtual and hands-on learning experiences. Development support comes from a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach. The role develops leadership, communication, customer care, merchandising, inventory management, and asset management skills.

SMITs participate in key learning experiences, support the store as a member of the management team, and lead consistently with CVS values and policies. They engage colleagues in the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health and must be willing to accept a Store Manager promotion anywhere in their designated market. Selection for the SMIT position does not guarantee promotion; promotion timing depends on factors such as performance and available openings. The role requires the ability to transfer among CVS Pharmacy stores in the designated market and work a schedule that may vary based on business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Retail management experience or experience as a CVS Supervisor.
• Ability 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

• Four-year college degree; relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a college degree.

Responsibilities

• Participate in structured key learning experiences with a leader to support development toward promotion.
• Support the store as a member of the management team 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.
• 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.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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