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Customer Specialist in Training

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours

Job Description

CarMax is the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, renowned for its honest, transparent, and high-integrity approach to buying and selling vehicles. Founded with the mission to disrupt the traditional auto industry, CarMax offers customers a simple and seamless process that prioritizes trust and customer satisfaction. With over 200 locations nationwide and a diverse workforce of more than 25,000 associates, CarMax is a leader not only in the automotive retail space but also as an employer committed to diversity, training, and employee growth. Recognized as one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For, CarMax cultivates an inclusive and supportive environment where employees can advance their careers and contribute to their communities. The company upholds an equal opportunity employment policy, ensuring consideration for all qualified candidates without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

The role of Customer Specialist at CarMax is a dynamic, fast-paced retail position based in Denton, Texas, focused on delivering an iconic customer experience. This role empowers associates to guide customers through every stage of their CarMax journey, whether they are buying or selling vehicles. Operating in a team-oriented environment, Customer Specialists not only provide expert support but also collaborate with other departments to facilitate a smooth and exceptional sales process. The position involves multifaceted responsibilities such as conducting vehicle condition assessments, managing inventory, performing cosmetic inspections, and handling administrative tasks related to sales and repair orders. This position is ideal for individuals who thrive in high-energy settings, possess excellent communication skills, and are capable of balancing customer needs with business objectives. CarMax encourages teamwork, integrity, respect, and inclusiveness, making the Customer Specialist role a stepping stone for career progression within the company, including mentorship, management, and leadership opportunities. By joining CarMax, associates become part of an innovative organization that values transparency, customer satisfaction, and continuous professional growth.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • sales and customer service experience preferred
  • valid driver’s license
  • ability to lift objects up to 25 lbs
  • demonstrate exceptional communication skills
  • display confidence in self, the product and CarMax
  • ability to build and maintain strong relationships
  • demonstrate strong team behaviors including integrity, respect, inclusion, fairness and fun
  • balance the needs of the customer and the business when making decisions
  • seek to fully understand and meet customer needs
  • create win-win solutions to customer issues
  • complete work well, on time and following the right process
  • drive work processes and pay close attention to detail
  • perform multiple duties in a high energy, fast-paced working environment
  • read, interpret and transcribe data accurately

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • sales and customer service experience preferred, especially in retail
  • valid driver’s license
  • basic skills with Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, preferred
  • exceptional communication skills
  • ability to build and maintain strong relationships
  • strong team behaviors including integrity, respect, inclusion, fairness and fun
  • ability to read, interpret and transcribe data accurately
  • ability to perform multiple duties in a high energy, fast-paced environment

Job Duties

  • Provide exceptional customer service by guiding customers every step of the way, from sale or facilitating the appraisal to test drives and arranging financing applications
  • Conduct vehicle condition assessments by collecting, recording, and communicating information to Buyers that will be used to perform customer appraisals
  • Check in and receive vehicles that are shipped to CarMax
  • complete the daily scanning and reconciliation of vehicle inventory
  • Perform cosmetic inspections and ensure that all vehicles meet CarMax quality standards
  • Perform various administrative duties, including, but not limited to: printing daily reports, maintaining transaction paperwork, contacting finance companies regarding customer contracts, obtaining requirement information regarding registration and/or titling, auditing completed paperwork, cash/payment management
  • Create service appointments and review repair order invoices for retail service work performed
  • ensure accuracy of documentation for billing

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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