Store Manager in Training

SMIT Program Overview

The Store Manager In Training (SMIT) job is a development-focused role designed to prepare you for a CVS Store Manager position. The SMIT program is a 16-week, self-paced, collaborative training that includes virtual and hands-on learning experiences. It supports your growth toward a store manager role with assistance from your District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach.

• Communicate well verbally and in writing to support and lead your 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 your leader in Key Learning Experiences to support promotion during the program.
• Support your store as a management team member and lead in a manner consistent with CVS values and policies.
• Engage 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.

• Willingness to accept a promotion to 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.
• High School diploma or GED (required).
• Bachelor's degree (preferred or relevant work experience may be considered).
• Retail management experience, or experience as a CVS Supervisor.

40 hours per week.

Full time.

The typical pay range for this role is $18.50 - $28.67 per hour.

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources.

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