Store Manager in Training

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 SMIT program is a development focused role designed to prepare you for a CVS Store Manager position. It runs over 16 weeks of self‑paced, collaborative training, combining virtual and hands‑on learning experiences to develop you as a leader. Your support team includes your District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and a 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 the store inventory and assets to maintain profitability.
• Actively engage with your leader in Key Learning Experiences to support you on your path to promotion.
• 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.”

SMIT participants are expected to be willing to accept promotion roles within the market they work in and to transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores in the designated market. Selection does not guarantee promotion; promotion depends on performance and availability of openings.

• High School diploma or GED (required). A four‑year college degree is preferred or relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Retail management experience or experience as a CVS Supervisor.
• Ability to work a schedule that may vary based on business needs.
• Willingness to accept a promotion to Store Manager at any location in the designated market.

Anticipated Weekly Hours 45 hours

Time Type Full Time

Pay Range $18.50 – $28.67 per hour (base). The actual offer will depend on experience, education, geography and other factors.

Comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits – including affordable medical plan options, 401(k) plan with company match, and employee stock purchase plan. No‑cost programs for wellness, tobacco cessation, weight management, counseling and financial coaching. Benefit solutions address varied needs: paid time off, flexible schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access, and more.

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We anticipate the application window will close on 05/16/2026.

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