Sr. Customer Specialist

CarMax•Richland, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Senior Customer Specialist, you will play a key role in delivering an iconic, customer-first experience by guiding customers through every step of their CarMax journey. From facilitating appraisals and test drives to arranging financing and ensuring smooth transactions, you’ll help make the car buying and selling process simple and seamless. In addition, you will delegate tasks, mentor associates, and support store operations, reinforcing CarMax’s commitment to honesty, transparency, and exceptional service.

Requirements

Ability to create and maintain a positive work environment while demonstrating strong team behaviors.
Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills with confidence in CarMax products and processes.
Skilled in delegating tasks, making sound decisions, and balancing customer and business needs.
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and maintain attention to detail.
Proficiency in reading and interpreting data for accurate record-keeping.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs, hold a valid driver’s license, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Sales and customer service experience in retail or similar environments.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

Guide customers through the entire process, including appraisals, test drives, and financing applications.
Delegate and direct store workflow, addressing questions and resolving customer concerns promptly.
Train and mentor associates, fostering development and team success.
Execute strategies to achieve sales goals and maintain operational excellence.
Provide management coverage by opening and closing the store as needed.
Perform administrative tasks, including inventory reconciliation, paperwork audits, payment management, and conduct vehicle condition assessments and ensure vehicles meet CarMax Quality Standards.
Follow CarMax Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.