Store Manager in Training

Overview

We're building a world of health around every individual—shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger—helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

The Store Manager In Training (SMIT) program is a development‑focused role designed to prepare you for a CVS Store Manager position. It provides 16 weeks of self‑paced, collaborative training, combining virtual and hands‑on learning experiences. Your growth is supported by a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and a Store Manager coach.

• Actively engage with your leader in key learning experiences to support your path to promotion during the structured program.
• Support your store as a management‑team member and lead in a manner consistent with CVS values and policies.
• Engage your colleagues in support of the company's purpose of “helping people on their path to better health.”
• Be willing to accept promotion roles with the market that you work in.

Selection for the SMIT position does not guarantee promotion into a Store Manager position. Whether and when you are promoted depends on a variety of factors, including performance and availability of openings.

• Excellent verbal and written communication to support and lead your team.
• Ability to perform customer care duties and deliver a high level of service.
• Capability to execute merchandising strategies to support store sales growth.
• Skill in managing store inventory and assets to maintain profitability.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Retail management experience or experience as a CVS Supervisor.
• Willingness to accept promotion to Store Manager 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.

Anticipated Weekly

Hours:

45 hours
Time Type: Full time
Pay Range: $18.50 – $23.88 per hour (base hourly rate or base annual salary depends on experience, education, geography and other factors)

As a full‑time employee, you will be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package supporting physical, emotional, and financial well‑being. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid time off; retirement savings options; wellness programs; and other resources based on eligibility.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.