Sr. Analyst, Talent

CarMax; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Equity

Paid time off

Hybrid work schedule

401(k) plan

Job summary

CarMax is seeking a Senior Analyst, Talent who will enable an exceptional talent experience through effective data, analytics, and process improvements. You will manage Talent data, reporting, and systems like Workday, providing actionable insights to HR and business leaders.

This role emphasizes cross‑functional collaboration, data quality, and process optimization, with hybrid work out of Richmond, VA. A background in Workday and BI tools, plus strong communication and project skills, is

Qualifications

• 3+ years relevant experience in technical system support, metrics, reporting, and analytics required; Workday experience preferred
• Advanced proficiency with MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Pivot tables and macros; Power BI and Power Apps preferred
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement solutions
• Demonstrated ability to independently prioritize, manage multiple responsibilities, and drive results with minimal oversight
• Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills, with the ability to understand stakeholder needs and partner across HR, Talent, and business teams
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to translate complex technical or data-driven information into clear, actionable insights
• 1+ years project management experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Leverages data and insights to address current and future business needs.
• Evaluates Talent data, technology, and processes to identify root causes and develop scalable solutions.
• Audits Talent data, reports, and processes; partners with Talent teams to improve data quality and reporting.

Skills

Talent analytics

Workday

Data reporting

Stakeholder mgmt

Project management

Communication

Tools

Power BI

Power Apps

Job description

8901 - Corp Office West Crk - 12800 Tuckahoe Creek Parkway, Richmond, Virginia, 23238

CarMax, the way your career should be!

About CarMax

CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinkingaround the way cars are bought and soldhas 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®.

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.

About this job

At CarMax, creating an exceptional Talent experience is a top priority. The Senior Analyst, Talent enables this experience through effective Talent technology, accurate and accessible data, actionable insights, and continuous process improvements.

What you will do – Essential responsibilities

• Leverages strong business knowledge and partnerships, analyzes quantitative and qualitative data, interprets insights, and provides recommendations to HR and business leaders within the organization to address current and future business needs.
• Evaluates Talent data, technology, and process issues, applying business and technical knowledge to identify root causes and develop effective, scalable solutions.
• Audits talent data (Learning, Assess My Team, Talent Review, Applicant pipeline health, Applicant conversion, etc), processes, and reports; partner with Talent Management and Talent Acquisition teams to identify gaps, improve data quality, and recommend process or reporting improvements.

• Provides Talent Management technology support and system administration, including Workday Learning, Talent Cycle, Development Programs, third-party integrations, and system configuration; manage break-fix issues and enhancements, identify root causes and solutions, support testing, and evaluate Workday release functionality and change impacts.

• Serves as a point of contact and subject matter expert to internal WorkDay and Talent business partners. This includes supporting training on existing and new functionality, policies, and/or guidelines, and presenting value-added recommendations to business partners on any changes or issues that occur.
• Serves as an internal consultant and subject matter expert for Talent data, metrics, and reporting, translating data into insights that support decision-making and recommending improvements to reporting, processes and Talent strategies.
• Supports Talent processes, projects, and metrics as needed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years relevant experience in technical system support, metrics, reporting, and analytics required; Workday experience preferred
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Excel pivot tables and Excel macros required; Power BI and Power Apps preferred
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement solutions
• Demonstrated ability to independently prioritize, manage multiple responsibilities, and drive results with minimal oversight
• Strong relationship-building and collaboration skills, with the ability to understand stakeholder needs and partner across HR, Talent, and business teams
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills, including the ability to translate complex technical or data-driven information into clear, actionable insights
• 1+ years project management experience preferred

Work Location and Arrangement:

This role will be based out of the Richmond, VA Home Office and have a Hybrid work arrangement.

Work Authorization:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

About CarMax

CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinkingaround the way cars are bought and soldhas 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®.

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:

$81,600.00 - $122,400.00

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.

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

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