Store Manager in Training

CVS Health•Lake Elsinore, CA
•$19 - $29

About The Position

The Store Manager In Training (SMIT) is a development-focused role designed to prepare candidates for a CVS Store Manager position. The 16-week, self-paced and collaborative program includes virtual and hands-on learning experiences, with support from a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach. The role develops leadership capabilities in communication, customer care, merchandising, inventory and asset management. SMITs support the store as management team members, lead consistently with CVS values and policies, engage colleagues in the company's purpose of helping people on their path to better health, and participate actively in Key Learning Experiences. Candidates must be willing to accept promotion opportunities and transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores anywhere within their designated market. Selection for the program does not guarantee promotion; promotion depends on factors including performance and the availability of openings.

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Retail management experience or experience as a CVS Supervisor.
  • Willingness to accept promotion to 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

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

Responsibilities

  • 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.
  • Actively engage with the leader in Key Learning Experiences during the structured program.
  • Support the store as a management team member and lead consistently with CVS values and policies.
  • Engage colleagues in support of the company's purpose of helping people on their path to better health.
  • Accept promotion opportunities and transfer to CVS Pharmacy stores within the designated 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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