Store Manager in Training

Overview

We’re building a world of health around every individual—to simplify health care one person, one family, and one community at a time. The Store Manager In Training (SMIT) role is a development-focused program designed to prepare you for a CVS Store Manager position. Over a 16‑week, self‑paced, collaborative training, you will receive virtual and hands‑on learning experiences to develop your leadership skills with the support of a District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and Store Manager coach.

• Communicate effectively both 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 your path to promotion.
• Support the store as a member of the management team 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 within the market you work in.

• High School diploma or GED (required). A four‑year college degree is preferred, or relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a college degree.
• Retail management experience, or experience as a CVS Supervisor.
• Willingness to accept a 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.
• Selection does not guarantee promotion; promotion depends on performance and availability of openings.

Anticipated weekly hours: 45. Full‑time position. Pay range: $18.50 – $30.64 per hour (or equivalent annual salary). The actual base salary will depend on experience, education, geography and other factors.

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing of colleagues and their families. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility. Additional details are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

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

The application window for this opening will close on 07/08/2026.