Inventory Associate, Auction Services

CarMax; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 21,352 - 32,098; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick time

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Job summary

CarMax is seeking an Auction Services Associate at their San Marcos Auction Center. The role involves responsibilities like vehicle preparation, inventory tracking, and ensuring the organization of vehicle zones. You will collaborate with team members to maintain inventory accuracy and assist in auction operations.

The position requires a High School diploma and offers an hourly rate ranging from $15.50 to $23.30, along with benefits including paid sick and vacation time.

Join CarMax to be part of a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment!

Qualifications

• Ability to read, interpret, and enter data accurately.
• Strong multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work flexible schedules.

Responsibilities

• Maintain vehicle zone organization and appearance.
• Document and track incoming and outgoing inventory.
• Prepare and process vehicles for sale or auction.

Skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Multitasking

Inventory management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent work experience

Job description

4073 - San Marcos Auction Center - 302 Chuck Nash Loop, San Marcos, Texas, 78666

Position Overview

As an Auction Services Associate, you are responsible for zone maintenance, vehicle preparation, vehicle receiving, inventory scanning, reconciliation, final quality of saleable inventory, vehicle movement (both on and off-lot), asset protection, and providing exceptional service to internal and external customers.

Role Responsibilities

• Maintain daily inventory appearance and security while ensuring vehicle zones and parking areas remain organized and optimized for smooth operations.
• Document and track incoming and outgoing inventory through shipping and receiving processes to support accurate, transparent vehicle records.
• Receive, prepare, and process vehicles—including pairing locators, capturing photos, and securing keys—to ensure readiness for sale or auction.
• Support auction operations by assisting with preparation, coordination, and execution activities that enable a seamless experience.
• Contribute to new associate training by sharing best practices and reinforcing safety and operational standards.
• Complete daily inventory scanning and reconciliation to ensure accurate, real‑time visibility of site inventory.
• Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to read, interpret, and enter data accurately to maintain reliable inventory records.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with associates across multiple departments.
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to perform in a high‑energy, fast‑paced environment.
• Solid inventory management awareness with the willingness to learn and strengthen operational skills.
• Commitment to completing all CarMax‑provided training and following established wholesale and inventory procedures.
• High School diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., work flexible schedules—including nights, weekends, and holidays—and operate in outdoor environments, including inclement weather, while wearing required CarMax apparel.

The Hourly Rate for This Position Is

$15.50 - $23.30

Benefits

Except as otherwise required by state law, CarMax Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.

• Up to 48 hours of sick time per year accrued on a per pay period basis and between 80 hours and 200 hours per year of vacation time after a 90 day waiting period depending on years of continuous service with the Company.
• 8 hours of pay for each of a total of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday. If such an Associate works on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay.

Associates considered full‑time salaried are entitled to paid time away with no specified limit as needed for sick, vacation, bereavement, jury duty, holidays, floating holiday, etc. subject to manager approval.

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

Associates That Are Considered Full‑time Hourly Or Commission/incentive Eligible

• To earn up to 48 hours of sick time per year accrued on a per pay period basis and between 80 hours and 200 hours per year of vacation time after a 90 day waiting period depending on years of continuous service with the Company.
• For 8 hours of pay for each of a total of 6 paid scheduled holidays per year plus 1 floating holiday. If such an Associate does work on a scheduled holiday due to business need, they are eligible for Holiday Premium Pay.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.