Store Manager in Training

CVS Health; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Job summary

CVS Health is offering a Store Manager In Training (SMIT) program in Altoona, PA. This full-time, 16‑week development track prepares you for a CVS Store Manager role with structured coaching and hands-on learning.

The program includes virtual and on‑site experiences, focusing on leadership, customer care, merchandising, and store operations. Eligible candidates will gain promotion opportunities within the market.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Retail management experience or CVS supervisor experience.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage with leader in Learning Experiences to support promotion.
• Support store as a management team member and lead in line with CVS policies.
• Engage colleagues in alignment with the company’s purpose of helping people on their path to better health.
• Be willing to accept promotion roles within the designated market.

Skills

Clear communication

Customer care

Merchandising

Inventory management

Education

High School diploma / GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

We’ve 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) job is a development focused role that is crafted to prepare you for a CVS Store Manager position.

The SMIT program is designed to enhance your career as a future store leader. We support your development towards the store manager role by participating in a self‑paced, collaborative training over the span of 16 weeks.

We provide both virtual and hands‑on learning experiences to develop you as a leader. Our team of people that support your growth toward your leadership career include: your District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and your Store Manager coach.

Some of the Skills Needed for This Role Are

• 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.

We are invested in your growth and anticipate that you will be as well. We expect our SMIT’s to:

• Actively engage with your leader in Key Learning Experiences to support you on your path to promotion during the structured program.
• Support your store as a management team member and lead in a manner that is 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.

Other Considerations for Promotion

• Willingness to accept a promotion to Store Manager role at any location in the designated market.
• Ability to transfer to other CVS Pharmacy stores located within the designated market.
• Ability to work a schedule that may vary based on business needs.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED (required).
• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred).
• Retail management experience, or experience as a CVS Supervisor.
• Education and relevant work experience may be considered as a substitute for a college degree.

Anticipated Weekly Hours

45

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

Typical pay range for this role is $18.50 - $23.88 per hour.

Great Benefits for Great People

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, based on eligibility.

Application window closes on: 09/15/2026.

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