Store Manager in Training

CVS Health•Winston-Salem, NC

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 develops leadership, customer service, merchandising, inventory management, and asset-management skills. SMITs support the store as members of the management team and are expected to lead consistently with CVS values and policies and advance the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health. The position requires willingness to accept a Store Manager promotion anywhere in the designated market and to transfer among CVS Pharmacy stores in that market. Selection for the SMIT position does not guarantee promotion; promotion timing and availability depend on factors including performance and open positions. The schedule may vary based on business needs. The anticipated schedule is 45 hours per week. The stated typical pay range is $18.50–$23.88 per hour; actual pay depends on experience, education, geography, and other relevant factors. This full-time position is eligible for benefits, subject to eligibility.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Retail management experience or experience as a CVS Supervisor.
  • Willingness 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.
  • Ability to participate in the 16-week training program and engage in its learning experiences.

Nice To Haves

  • A 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 development 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.
  • 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.
  • Communicate verbally and in writing to support and lead the team.
  • Accept a Store Manager promotion anywhere in the designated market and transfer among CVS Pharmacy stores in that market, as required.

Benefits

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