Operations Specialist: Auctions, Cash & Service

CarMax; West Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Vacation time

Holiday pay

Job summary

CarMax is seeking a Business Operations Associate in West Columbia, SC to be the backbone of store operations, handling sales, auctions, appraisals, and paperwork with precision.

You will also manage cash, audit processes, and communicate clearly with customers and internal teams while maintaining CarMax's commitment to transparency and integrity.

The role includes training other associates, supporting multiple departments, and adapting to varied schedules in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, interpret, and record data accurately for compliance and reporting.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry systems with intermediate PC skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for customer and team interactions.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs and work on your feet for extended periods.
• Commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and adherence to CarMax policies.
• Flexibility to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding customer service by greeting customers, answering questions, and guiding them through paperwork processes.
• Process and audit paperwork for retail and wholesale sales, including deal jackets, finance contracts, and DMV documentation.
• Manage auction and appraisal transactions, ensuring accurate titles, payoffs, and proper documentation for funding.
• Handle cash management tasks, including receiving payments, preparing deposits, and maintaining security protocols.
• Train and mentor new associates and support store operations by assisting multiple departments and balancing overflow traffic.
• Perform clerical duties such as filing, data entry, and reconciliation of missing information while maintaining accuracy.
• Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Skills

Data entry

Documentation

Customer service

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Communication

Confidentiality

Flexibility

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

CarMax is seeking a Business Operations Associate in West Columbia, SC to be the backbone of store operations, handling sales, auctions, appraisals, and paperwork with precision.

You will also manage cash, audit processes, and communicate clearly with customers and internal teams while maintaining CarMax's commitment to transparency and integrity.

The role includes training other associates, supporting multiple departments, and adapting to varied schedules in a fast-paced environment.