Store Manager in Training

CVS Health • San Jose, CA

11d

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. Development is supported by a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach.

The role supports the store as a member of the management team and develops leadership skills in communication, customer care, merchandising, and inventory and asset management. SMITs are expected to engage in structured Key Learning Experiences and lead in a manner consistent with CVS values and policies. They must be willing to accept a Store Manager promotion and transfer to any CVS Pharmacy store within the designated market. Selection for the SMIT position does not guarantee promotion; promotion timing depends on factors including performance and the availability of openings.

This full-time position has anticipated weekly hours of 40. The typical pay range is $18.50–$30.64 per hour; the actual offer depends on factors such as experience, education, and geography. The position is eligible, based on eligibility, for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 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.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to support and lead a team.
• Ability to provide customer care, execute merchandising strategies, and manage inventory and assets.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree; relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a college degree.
• Retail management experience or experience as a CVS Supervisor.

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 the company’s 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 a 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.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings options
• Wellness programs
• Other resources to support colleagues’ physical, emotional, and financial well-being

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED