Store Manager in Training

CVS Health•Lafayette, LA

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 care, merchandising, inventory management, and asset management skills. SMITs participate in structured Key Learning Experiences, support the store as a member of the management team, and lead in accordance with CVS values and policies. Candidates must be willing to accept a Store Manager promotion at any location in their designated market and transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores within that market. Selection for the program does not guarantee promotion; promotion timing and eligibility depend on factors such as performance and available openings. Work schedules may vary based on business needs. This is a full-time position with 45 anticipated weekly hours. The typical pay range is $18.50–$23.88 per hour; the actual offer depends on experience, education, geography, and other relevant factors. The position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, based on eligibility.

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 promotion at any location in the designated market.
Ability to transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores located 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 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 consistently with CVS values and policies.
Engage colleagues in support of CVS’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health.
Provide customer care and high levels of service.
Execute merchandising strategies to support store sales growth.
Manage store inventory and assets to maintain profitability.
Be willing to accept promotion to a Store Manager role at any location in the designated market.
Be able to transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores within the designated market.
Work a schedule that may vary based on business needs.