Production Manager

CarMax Business Services; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

CarMax is seeking a Service Operations Support Manager in Training to support operational excellence and associate development within the Service Operations Department. You will partner with the Operations Manager to lead teams, manage inventory, and drive performance while prioritizing customer experience.

The role emphasizes leadership, continuous improvement, and adherence to EH&S standards, with flexible scheduling and potential travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of management experience in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• Ability to lead teams to achieve production goals and maintain operational standards.
• Skilled in reading, interpreting, and maintaining accurate data records.
• Strong multi-tasking abilities in a dynamic work setting.
• Effective verbal and written communication for customer and associate interactions.
• Proficiency in common and proprietary software systems.
• Ability to work in indoor/outdoor environments, including nights, weekends, holidays, with some travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage associates to achieve production targets and maintain accurate inventory levels.
• Provide coaching and feedback through formal and informal observations to support associate development.
• Participate in hiring and training processes to build a strong, high-performing team.
• Monitor and maintain key performance measures to ensure operational success.
• Execute continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and customer experience.
• Resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally, delivering exceptional service.
• Responsible for EH&S program for the department and/or location, including self-inspections, hazardous waste disposal, workplace safety, and PPE.

Skills

Team leadership

Data interpretation

Communication

Multi-tasking

Software proficiency

Tools

Software systems

Job description

6128 - Killeen - 3504 E. Central Texas Expressway, Killeen, Texas, 76543 CarMax, the way your career should be!

Position Overview As a Service Operations Support Manager in Training, you will play a critical role in supporting operational excellence and associate development within CarMax’s Service Operations Department. This position partners closely with the Operations Manager to lead teams, maintain inventory, and ensure smooth execution of service functions. You will help drive performance, foster a positive associate and customer experience, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. If you are passionate about leadership, operational efficiency, and creating value for both associates and customers, this is your opportunity to grow with CarMax.

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

• Lead and manage associates to achieve production targets and maintain accurate inventory levels
• Provide coaching and feedback through formal and informal observations to support associate development
• Participate in hiring and training processes to build a strong, high-performing team
• Monitor and maintain key performance measures to ensure operational success
• Execute continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and customer experience
• Resolve customer concerns promptly and professionally, delivering exceptional service
• 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

• Minimum of 5 years of management experience in a fast-paced, complex environment
• Ability to lead teams to achieve production goals and maintain operational standards
• Skilled in reading, interpreting, and maintaining accurate data records
• Strong multi-tasking abilities in a dynamic work setting
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for customer and associate interactions
• Proficiency in common and proprietary software systems
• Ability to work in indoor/outdoor environments, including noisy or inclement conditions, with flexible scheduling (nights, weekends, holidays) and occasional travel

About CarMax

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.

The annual salary for this position is: $61,500.00 - $107,700.00 May be eligible for bonus and equity.

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

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

CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve.

This innovative thinking around the way cars are bought and sold has helped us become the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, with over 200 locations nationwide.

Our amazing team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences.

Along the way, we help every associate grow their career and achieve their best, at work and in their community.

We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and are one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For®.