Store Manager in Training

CVS Health•Menifee, CA

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, with support from a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach. The role develops leadership, customer care, merchandising, inventory management, and asset management skills. SMITs support the store as members of the management team and are expected to engage with leaders in structured learning experiences, uphold CVS values and policies, and support the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health. Promotion to Store Manager is not guaranteed and depends on factors including performance and available openings. Candidates must be willing to accept a Store Manager promotion at any location in the designated market and transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores in that market. Schedules may vary based on business needs.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Retail management experience or experience as a CVS Supervisor.
  • Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing to support and lead a team.
  • Willingness to accept 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

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

Responsibilities

  • Participate in structured Key Learning Experiences and engage with leaders throughout the SMIT 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 CVS’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health.
  • 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 any location in the designated market, if selected, and transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores within the 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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