Store Manager In Training

CVS Health • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

The Store Manager In Training (SMIT) is a development-focused role designed to prepare candidates for a future CVS Store Manager position. The 16-week, self-paced and collaborative program combines virtual and hands-on learning experiences. Development is supported by a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach.

The role supports store operations as a member of the management team, with an emphasis on customer care, merchandising, inventory and asset management, team leadership, and CVS values and policies. Candidates are expected to engage in structured learning experiences and be willing to accept promotion or transfer opportunities to any CVS Pharmacy store within their designated market. Selection for the SMIT position does not guarantee promotion; promotion timing depends on factors including performance and available openings. Schedules may vary based on business needs. The anticipated schedule is 45 hours per week.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Retail management experience or experience as a CVS Supervisor.
• Ability and 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.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to provide customer care, execute merchandising strategies, and manage inventory and assets.

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 as part of 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 the company 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 to provide high levels of service.
• Execute merchandising strategies to support store sales growth.
• Manage store inventory and assets to maintain profitability.
• Accept promotion roles within the designated market and transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores in that market as needed.

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