Front Line Manager

CarMax; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CarMax is offering a Front-Line Manager in Training within Service Operations, a structured six-week program designed to prepare you for success as a Front-Line Manager. The program covers operational processes, inventory management, and repair workflows to develop leadership skills for real-world store settings.

Upon completion, you will transition into leadership roles such as Flow Mechanical Manager, Flow Cosmetic Manager, Flow Supply Manager, Inventory Manager, or Service Manager, enabling

Qualifications

• Ability to lead and manage teams effectively to achieve operational goals.
• Strong skills in data interpretation and record accuracy for process compliance.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for interactions with associates and customers.
• Proficiency in common and proprietary software systems.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate comprehension of training content throughout the program.
• Support execution of store procedures and operational processes to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Complete CarMax’s Management Development Program and apply leadership principles in real-world scenarios.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain quality and meet production goals.
• Model CarMax values by fostering integrity, respect, and a customer-first mindset in all interactions.
• Prepare for transition into a leadership role, ensuring readiness to manage associates and drive performance.
• Responsible for the Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) program for your department and/or location, including but not limited to self-inspections, hazardous waste disposal, workplace safety, and PPE.

Skills

Team leadership

Data interpretation

Multitasking

Communication skills

Software proficiency

Tools

Software systems proficiency

Job description

As a Front-Line Manager in Training, you will participate in a structured six-week development program designed to prepare you for success as a Front-Line Manager within CarMax’s Service Operations department. This program equips you with the tools, knowledge, and leadership skills needed to manage operational processes and lead high-performing teams. Training includes learning the roles and responsibilities of Service Operations, understanding end-to-end production processes such as inventory management, and cosmetic/mechanical repair. Upon successful completion, you will transition into one of the following leadership roles: Flow Mechanical Manager, Flow Cosmetic Manager, Flow Supply Manager, Inventory Manager, or Service Manager.

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

• Demonstrate comprehension of training content throughout the program.
• Support execution of store procedures and operational processes to ensure efficiency and compliance.
• Complete CarMax’s Management Development Program and apply leadership principles in real-world scenarios.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain quality and meet production goals.
• Model CarMax values by fostering integrity, respect, and a customer-first mindset in all interactions.
• Prepare for transition into a leadership role, ensuring readiness to manage associates and drive performance.
• Responsible for the Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) program for your department and/or location, including but not limited to self-inspections, hazardous waste disposal, workplace safety, and PPE.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to lead and manage teams effectively to achieve operational goals.
• Strong skills in data interpretation and record accuracy for process compliance.
• Proven ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, for interactions with associates and customers.
• Proficiency in common and proprietary software systems.
• Valid Driver’s License and flexibility to work in indoor/outdoor environments, including inclement weather.
• Willingness to work on varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with occasional travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of management experience preferred.