Store Manager in Training

About the Role

CVS Health is focused on creating a more connected, convenient, and compassionate health experience for every person, family, and community. The organization values passionate teammates who act with purpose, stay accountable, and place safety and quality at the center of their work.

The Store Manager in Training (SMIT) position is a development-oriented role created to prepare you for a future Store Manager opportunity. This program is intended to build leadership capability through a structured 16-week training journey that combines self-paced learning with collaborative support.

You will gain experience through both virtual learning and hands-on store-based training, with guidance from leaders such as a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and a Store Manager coach.

What You Will Do

• Develop the communication, customer service, merchandising, and inventory management skills needed to lead a store effectively.
• Participate actively in structured learning experiences and work closely with leadership to build readiness for promotion.
• Support the store as part of the management team while following company values, policies, and operating standards.
• Help reinforce CVS Health’s purpose of supporting people on their path to better health.
• Remain open to promotion opportunities within the designated market and be prepared to transfer within that market if required.

Skills and Core Abilities

• Clear verbal and written communication
• Customer service orientation
• Merchandising execution
• Inventory and asset control
• Leadership development
• Team collaboration
• Store operations support
• Sales growth mindset

Requirements

• Willingness to accept a Store Manager promotion anywhere within the designated market.
• Ability to transfer to other CVS Pharmacy locations within the designated market.
• Flexibility to work a schedule that may change based on business needs.
• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• Retail management experience is preferred, or prior experience as a CVS Supervisor.
• Relevant work experience may be considered in place of a four-year college degree.

Training and Promotion Notes

Completion of the SMIT program does not automatically lead to a Store Manager promotion. Advancement depends on several factors, including performance and the availability of open positions.

Hours and Compensation

This role is expected to average 45 hours per week. The base pay range is $18.50 to $23.88 per hour, with the final offer influenced by experience, education, location, and other relevant factors.

Benefits

This full-time role includes access to a competitive benefits package, subject to eligibility. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other employee resources.

Application and Legal Information

The expected application window for this position is scheduled to close on August 22, 2026. Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be reviewed in line with applicable federal, state, and local laws.