Store Manager in Training - 05809

CVS Health•Hawthorne, CA

11d•$19 - $29

About The Position

The Store Manager in Training (SMIT) is a development-focused role designed to prepare the colleague for a CVS Store Manager position. The 16-week, self-paced and collaborative program combines virtual and hands-on learning experiences and is supported by a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach. The role develops leadership skills in communication, customer care, merchandising, inventory and asset management. The SMIT supports the store as a member of the management team, engages in structured Key Learning Experiences, and leads consistently with CVS values and policies. The colleague is expected to support CVS’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health and to be willing to accept a Store Manager promotion anywhere in the designated market. Selection for the SMIT position does not guarantee promotion; promotion timing depends on factors including performance and available openings. The position is full-time, with anticipated hours of 40 per week. Schedules may vary based on business needs. Candidates must be able to transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores in the designated market. The typical pay range is $18.50–$28.67 per hour; the actual offer depends on factors such as experience, education, and geography. Eligible colleagues receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, 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.

Nice To Haves

A four-year college degree is preferred; relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a college degree.

Responsibilities

Participate in the 16-week self-paced, collaborative training program, including virtual and hands-on learning experiences.
Actively engage with a leader in Key Learning Experiences during the structured development program.
Support the store as a member of the management team and lead in accordance with CVS values and policies.
Communicate effectively 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.
Engage colleagues in support of CVS’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health.
Be willing to accept promotion to a Store Manager role at any location in the designated market and transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores within that market.
Work a schedule that may vary based on business needs.