Inventory Associate, Auction Services

CarMax Business Services; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

CarMax Business Services in San Marcos, TX is looking for an Auction Services Associate responsible for maintaining inventory quality and security. You will prepare vehicles for sale or auction, support smooth auction operations, and contribute to training new associates.

The ideal candidate should have strong multitasking skills and a commitment to safety and operational standards. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, along with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work various schedules.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Maintain daily inventory appearance and security.
• Document and track incoming and outgoing inventory.
• Prepare and process vehicles for sale or auction.
• Assist with auction operations for a seamless experience.
• Contribute to new associate training and operational standards.
• Complete daily inventory scanning and reconciliation.
• Follow safety and operational procedures.

Skills

Data entry accuracy

Collaboration

Multitasking

Inventory management awareness

Commitment to training

Education

High School diploma or equivalent work experience

Job description

Position Overview

As an Auction Services Associate, you 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.

The Auction Services Associate plays a crucial role in maintaining the quality and security of our vehicle inventory, ensuring smooth operations, and providing outstanding customer service.

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.

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.

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