Store Manager in Training 9814

CVS Health; California (MO); On-site; USD 25,485 - 39,495; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Wellness programs

Job summary

CVS Health in California is seeking a dedicated individual for the Store Manager In Training (SMIT) Program aimed at developing future store leaders. This 16-week program offers collaborative training and hands-on experiences to enhance your leadership skills.

As an SMIT, you will engage with your team, manage store operations, and contribute to customer service excellence. You are expected to lead effectively while adhering to CVS values. Compensation ranges from $18.50 to $28.67 per hour, based on experience and education.

Qualifications

• Retail management experience or experience as a CVS Supervisor is preferred.
• Willingness to accept promotions within the market.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead customer care duties to ensure high service levels.
• Execute merchandising strategies to support sales growth.
• Manage store inventory and assets.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Merchandising strategies

Inventory management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Overview

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.

Store Manager In Training (SMIT) Program

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.

Key Skills and Responsibilities

• 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 expect our SMITs 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 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.

Selection and 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.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Bachelor's Degree.
• Retail management experience, or experience as a CVS Supervisor.
• Four‑year college degree preferred, or relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a college degree.

Compensation and Hours

Anticipated Weekly Hours: 40
Time Type: Full time
Pay Range: $18.50 - $28.67. 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

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families. 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. The benefits for this position 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.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 08/02/2026.

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