Sales Manager Trainee — Lead, Coach & Drive Store Results

CarMax; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 105,000; Full time

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Job summary

CarMax in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Sales Manager Trainee to join a six‑to‑nine month training program designed to prepare you for success as a future Sales Manager. You will lead a commissioned sales team and rotate through in-store roles, learning from seasoned managers and sales consultants.

Great communicators with leadership potential thrive here as you develop skills in coaching, strategy, and customer experience, while upholding CarMax values and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of management experience with a proven track record of success.
• Experience in a sales‑driven environment with strong performance results.
• Ability to execute long‑ and short‑term sales strategies effectively.
• Skilled in developing action plans to drive team performance.
• Strong ability to communicate clearly and influence others.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a commissioned sales team to achieve strong results for your location.
• Collaborate with other sales managers to drive overall store performance and foster continuous improvement through coaching and feedback.
• Recognize individual team member goals and create tailored development plans.
• Analyze and track sales performance metrics to meet and exceed targets.
• Identify opportunities and solve challenges to ensure an exceptional customer experience.
• Champion CarMax values and initiatives to maintain a people‑first culture.
• Foster continuous improvement through coaching and feedback.
• Responsible for CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements for your department and/or location, including workplace safety.

Skills

Leadership

Sales management

Communication

Coaching

Strategic planning

Job description

CarMax in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a Sales Manager Trainee to join a six‑to‑nine month training program designed to prepare you for success as a future Sales Manager. You will lead a commissioned sales team and rotate through in-store roles, learning from seasoned managers and sales consultants.

Great communicators with leadership potential thrive here as you develop skills in coaching, strategy, and customer experience, while upholding CarMax values and safety standards.