Customer Specialist - Part Time

CarMax; Algonquin (IL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 54,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave and vacation based on length of service

Job summary

CarMax in Algonquin, Illinois, is looking for a Customer Specialist to enhance the customer experience in car buying and selling. You will guide customers through every stage of their journey, ensuring a smooth and transparent process that reflects CarMax’s dedication to honesty and innovation.

The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills, a high school diploma, and be able to manage multiple tasks with attention to detail. A competitive hourly rate ranging from $19.00 to $39.60 is offered, along with various benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills with confidence in representing CarMax and its products.
• Ability to build lasting relationships and create win-win solutions for customers.
• Demonstrated integrity, respect, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain attention to detail, and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service by guiding customers through sales.
• Conduct accurate vehicle condition assessments for appraisals.
• Manage inventory processes, including vehicle check-in and reconciliation.
• Perform cosmetic inspections to ensure vehicles meet CarMax Quality Standards.
• Coordinate service appointments and collaborate effectively across teams.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to build relationships

Integrity and teamwork

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

6125 - Algonquin - 2401 N. Huntington Dr., Algonquin, Illinois, 60102

Position Overview

As a Customer Specialist, you will play a key role in delivering an iconic, customer‑first experience that sets CarMax apart. You’ll act as a trusted guide, supporting customers through every step of their car‑buying and selling journey. From facilitating appraisals and test drives to managing paperwork and repair orders, you’ll ensure a seamless, transparent process that reflects CarMax’s commitment to honesty and innovation. This dynamic role offers variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to collaborate across teams while making a meaningful impact on every customer interaction.

Why CarMax?

At CarMax, we are the nation’s largest retailer of used cars with stores from coast to coast, and we are still growing. We’re rethinking the way people buy cars – and our associates help us do just that. We believe work should feel meaningful and rewarding, with opportunities to make an impact every day. Whether you’re advancing your career or growing your skillset, we are here to drive you forward.

Role Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional customer service by guiding customers through sales, appraisals, test drives, and financing applications.
• Conduct accurate vehicle condition assessments, documenting details for appraisals and communicating findings to Buyers.
• Manage inventory processes, including vehicle check‑in, daily scanning, and reconciliation.
• Perform cosmetic inspections to ensure vehicles meet CarMax Quality Standards.
• Handle administrative tasks such as printing reports, maintaining transaction paperwork, auditing documents, and managing payments.
• Coordinate service appointments, review repair order invoices for accuracy in billing, and collaborate effectively across teams to maintain a smooth, customer‑focused experience.
• Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Required Qualifications

• Strong communication skills with confidence in representing CarMax and its products.
• Ability to build lasting relationships and create win‑win solutions for customers.
• Demonstrated integrity, respect, and teamwork in a fast‑paced environment.
• Skilled in balancing customer needs with business goals and following processes accurately.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, maintain attention to detail, and meet deadlines.
• High School Diploma or equivalent and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and accurately read and transcribe data.

Preferred Qualifications

• Sales or customer service experience in retail or similar environments.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Hourly Rate

$19.00 - $39.60

Benefits

Except as otherwise required by state law, those considered part‑time are eligible for sick time only in states that mandate it and amounts are accrued on a per pay period basis and range from 24 hours to unlimited based on state rules. In Washington, part‑time Associates receive sick leave consistent with state law. Part‑time Associates are also eligible for between 8 hours and 40 hours per year of vacation based on their length of service and subject to a 1 year waiting period. Part‑time Associates are also eligible for 4 hours of Floating Holiday Time each calendar year subject to manager approval.

For more details about benefits, please visit our CarMax Benefits website.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Reasonable Accommodation

Upon an applicant’s request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.