Store Manager in Training

CVS Health•Salinas, CA
•$19 - $29

About The Position

The Store Manager in Training (SMIT) is a development-focused role designed to prepare employees for a CVS Store Manager position. The 16-week, self-paced and collaborative program provides virtual and hands-on learning experiences, supported by a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach. SMITs support the store as members of the management team and lead consistently with CVS values and policies. The role involves customer care, merchandising, inventory and asset management, and developing leadership skills. Participants are expected to engage in Key Learning Experiences with their leader, support the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health, and be willing to accept a Store Manager promotion or transfer to any CVS Pharmacy store within their designated market. Promotion is not guaranteed and depends on factors including performance and the availability of openings. Schedules may vary according to business needs.

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

  • 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.
  • Actively engage with a 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 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
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