Jobs at CarMax

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CarMax is the largest private used‑car retailer in the United States, blending automotive sales with a data‑driven tech stack that powers pricing, inventory management, and the online buying experience.

The company hires software engineers, data scientists, product managers, UX designers, and cloud infrastructure specialists, often seeking candidates who can turn complex datasets into actionable insights for a high‑volume retail operation.

By reviewing CarMax listings on Job Transparency, you gain instant access to salary ranges, employee sentiment, and real‑time job counts, giving you a clear view of compensation and workplace culture before you apply.

Sales Consultant

Company: CarMax

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Posted Dec 03, 2024

CarMax, a leading used car retailer, is seeking a sales consultant to provide an exceptional customer experience. The role involves guiding customers through the purchasing process, from initial inquiry to financing, and ensuring smooth transactions. CarMax values honesty, transparency, and relationship-building, offering competitive wages, paid training, and opportunities for career growth. No prior auto sales experience is required, as CarMax provides comprehensive training and mentorship. The company is committed to diversity and employee development, being recognized as one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For.

Detailer

Company: CarMax

Location: Fort Myers, FL

Posted Dec 03, 2024

The job description is for a Reconditioning Associate at CarMax in Ft. Myers, Florida. The role involves completing cosmetic inspections, final quality inspections, and vehicle cleaning tasks such as paint touch-up, wet sanding, and buffing. The associate is also responsible for zone maintenance, vehicle receiving, inventory scanning, and providing outstanding customer service. The position requires completing various training modules, lifting up to 50lbs, and working in both indoor and outdoor environments. CarMax is recognized for its commitment to training, diversity, and is one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For.

Sales Consultant

Company: CarMax

Location: Brandywine, MD

Posted Dec 03, 2024

CarMax, a leading used car retailer, is seeking a sales consultant. The role involves assisting customers in finding suitable vehicles, guiding them through the purchasing process, and maintaining records. CarMax values honesty, transparency, and relationship-building. The company offers competitive wages, paid training, and opportunities for career growth. No prior auto sales experience is required. Benefits include sick time, vacation time, and holiday pay.

Vehicle Condition Assessor

Company: CarMax

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Dec 03, 2024

CarMax is offering a job opportunity in Austin, Texas, for a Purchasing team member. The role involves conducting vehicle condition assessments, accurate optioning, imaging, securing vehicles, and assisting in various departments. The job requires exceptional customer service, multi-tasking, and working in a team-oriented environment. It involves flexible hours, working outdoors, and adhering to CarMax policies.

Auction Services Associate

Company: CarMax

Location: Oceanside, CA

Posted Dec 03, 2024

The Auction Services Associate at CarMax is responsible for maintaining zone security, vehicle preparation, inventory management, and customer service. Key duties include daily maintenance of inventory and parking areas, participating in auction support, delivering and retrieving vehicles, and assisting with training new associates. The role requires strong inventory management skills, ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, and willingness to acquire knowledge of wholesale and inventory procedures. The position involves working in both office and outdoor environments, with flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays. CarMax offers competitive pay ranging from $17.40 to $28.00 per hour, along with benefits such as sick time, vacation, and Floating Holiday Time.

Customer Specialist - Part Time

Company: CarMax

Location: Kentwood, MI

Posted Dec 03, 2024

CarMax is seeking a Customer Specialist for their Grand Rapids location. The role involves providing exceptional customer service, guiding customers through the buying and selling process, conducting vehicle condition assessments, and performing various administrative duties. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, the ability to build and maintain relationships, and a high level of integrity. No prior experience is required, but sales and customer service experience is preferred. CarMax offers a high-energy retail sales environment with opportunities for career growth and development. The company is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

Inventory Associate

Company: CarMax

Location: Richmond, VA

Posted Dec 03, 2024

CarMax offers a career opportunity in the auto industry with a focus on customer experience. As an Inventory Associate, one will learn the business from the ground up, handling deliveries, vehicle inventory, and ensuring customer satisfaction. The role involves outdoor work, teamwork, and attention to detail. CarMax is recognized for its commitment to training, diversity, and providing a generous range of benefits. The company is the nation's largest used car retailer with over 200 locations.

Supply Associate

Company: CarMax

Location: Columbus, OH

Posted Dec 03, 2024

The job description is for a Parts Specialist at CarMax, a leading used car retailer. The role involves assisting technicians, locating and receiving parts, maintaining inventory, ensuring OSHA/EPA compliance, and providing exceptional customer service. Key responsibilities include providing correct parts to customers, managing inventory, returning defective parts, and adhering to company policies. The position requires intermediate computer skills, ability to lift 50 lbs, and effective communication. CarMax is recognized for its commitment to training, diversity, and is a Fortune 100 Best Company to Work For.

Flow Inventory Associate

Company: CarMax

Location: Hauppauge, NY

Posted Dec 03, 2024

The job posting is for a position at CarMax in Smithtown, New York. The role involves zone maintenance, vehicle receiving and shipping, inventory scanning, vehicle movement, lot wash/merchandising, and uploading photos to carmax.com. Key responsibilities include executing processes, participating in problem-solving and continuous improvement, providing customer service, ensuring lot maintenance and security, securing and receiving vehicles, completing scanning and washing tasks, driving vehicles on and off lot, and maintaining workplace cleanliness. The minimum qualifications include a current driver's license, ability to read and transcribe data, high school diploma or equivalent, and ability to execute processes as defined by work instructions. The working conditions involve indoor and outdoor environments, flexible hours, and physical demands such as walking or standing for extended periods. CarMax offers competitive benefits including sick time, vacation time, and holiday pay.

Business Office Associate - Part Time

Company: CarMax

Location: Cherry Hill, NJ

Posted Dec 03, 2024

This job posting is for a Business Office Associate position at CarMax in Maple Shade, New Jersey. The role involves providing exceptional customer service, facilitating sales, auction, and appraisal processes, managing cash, processing paperwork, and mentoring new associates. Key responsibilities include greeting customers, answering queries, handling incoming calls, processing sales paperwork, managing multiple pay types, and maintaining DMV-related paperwork. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, noisy environment with various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Supply Associate

Company: CarMax

Location: Fairfield, CA

Posted Dec 03, 2024

The job posting at CarMax in Fairfield, California, involves assisting technicians with part identification, inventory management, and customer service. Key responsibilities include locating and receiving parts, maintaining accurate inventory, ensuring OSHA/EPA compliance, and providing exceptional customer service. The role requires intermediate computer skills, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and adherence to CarMax policies. CarMax is recognized for its commitment to training, diversity, and is a Fortune 100 Best Company to Work For. The hourly rate is $21.16 - $24.00, with benefits including sick time, vacation time, and holiday pay.

Business Office Associate

Company: CarMax

Location: Ashland, VA

Posted Dec 03, 2024

This job posting is for a Business Office Associate position at CarMax in Glen Allen, Virginia. The role involves providing exceptional customer service, facilitating sales, auction, and appraisal processes, managing cash, processing paperwork, and mentoring new associates. Key responsibilities include greeting customers, answering queries, handling incoming calls, processing sales paperwork, managing multiple pay types, and maintaining DMV-related paperwork. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, noisy environment with various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at CarMax?
CarMax fosters a data‑centric culture where every employee can influence the customer journey. Teams collaborate across engineering, analytics, and retail operations, and the company rewards initiative with performance bonuses, comprehensive health plans, and flexible remote options. Employees often cite the steady pace of the retail cycle and the emphasis on continuous learning as major benefits.
What types of positions are available at CarMax?
CarMax actively recruits for software engineering (backend, frontend, mobile), data science & analytics, product management, UX/UI, cloud & infrastructure, cybersecurity, and machine‑learning roles. There are also opportunities in AI‑driven pricing, supply‑chain optimization, and digital marketing tech.
How can I stand out as an applicant?
Tailor your resume to highlight quantifiable results—such as reducing data pipeline latency by X% or improving recommendation accuracy. Include open‑source or automotive‑related projects, showcase proficiency with Python, SQL, and cloud platforms (AWS or Azure), and demonstrate familiarity with automotive data standards (e.g., ISO 26262). Finally, reference CarMax’s mission in your cover letter to show alignment with their customer‑first philosophy.

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