Store Manager in Training

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

Job summary

CVS Health is launching a Store Manager in Training (SMIT) program designed to develop future CVS Store Managers. Over 16 weeks, participants undergo self-paced and hands-on training with support from a district leader, HR partner, training store manager, and a mentor.

The program emphasizes leadership, CVS values, and readiness for promotion to store management roles within the designated market.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally to lead a team.
• Deliver customer service with high quality and professionalism.
• Implement merchandising strategies to support sales growth.
• Oversee store inventory and assets to maintain profitability.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage with your leader in key learning experiences to support your path toward 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.

Skills

Communicate well

Customer care

Merchandising strategies

Store inventory management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

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.

Position Summary

The Store Manager In Training (SMIT) program is a development‑focused role designed to prepare you for a CVS Store Manager position. Over 16 weeks you will participate in a self‑paced, collaborative training that includes virtual and hands‑on learning experiences. You will receive support from your District Leader, Human Resources Business Partner, Training Store Manager, and a Store Manager coach.

Some of the Skills Needed for This Role

• 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.

What We Expect from You

• Actively engage with your leader in key learning experiences to support your path toward 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.

Required Qualifications

• 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.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Retail management experience, or experience as a CVS Supervisor.

Education

A high school diploma or GED is required. A four‑year college degree is preferred, or relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a college degree.

Work Hours

Anticipated weekly hours: 45.

Time Type

Full‑time.

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is $18.50 – $23.88. This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full‑time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.

Benefits

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. Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

The application window for this opening will close on: 09/08/2026.

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