
Part Time Business Operations Associate
CarMax · Tinley Park, IL
- On site
- Part-time
- $25,600 / year
- Tinley Park, IL
Job highlights
- Support store operations by processing sales and paperwork.
- Provide excellent customer service and guidance.
- Manage financial transactions and maintain accuracy.
- Collaborate with internal teams and train associates.
- Handle administrative tasks and ensure compliance.
About the role
Part Time Business Operations Associate
As a Business Operations Associate, you will be the backbone of our store operations, ensuring smooth and accurate processing of sales, auctions, and appraisals. This role combines exceptional customer service, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. You’ll handle cash management, audit and process critical paperwork, and provide clear communication to customers and internal teams—all while upholding CarMax’s commitment to transparency and integrity.
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
- 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.
Required 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.
About CarMax
At CarMax, we revolutionized the used car buying experience over 30 years ago by introducing transparency and integrity into the process. Our commitment to customer experience, innovation, and community has made us the nation’s largest used car retailer. With over 250 store locations and over 30,000 associates, we are proud to have been recognized as one of the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and are committed to helping our communities thrive.
As an associate, you are part of an innovative movement to empower the modern customer and drive progress. Your work fuels change—sparking ideas, overcoming challenges, and shaping what’s next. Join us in creating a better future– for our company, our customers, and the communities we call home.
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 Hourly Rate For This Position Is
$16.00 - $25.60
Benefits
As an associate, you are part of an innovative movement to empower the modern customer and drive progress. Your work fuels change—sparking ideas, overcoming challenges, and shaping what’s next. Join us in creating a better future– for our company, our customers, and the communities we call home.
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.
Key skills/competency
- Business Operations
- Customer Service
- Data Entry
- Paperwork Processing
- Cash Management
- Organizational Skills
- Communication Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Attention to Detail
- Compliance
Skills & topics
- Business Operations Associate
- Part Time
- Customer Service
- Administrative Support
- Data Entry
- Paperwork Processing
- Cash Handling
- CarMax
- Retail Operations
- Illinois
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight relevant administrative, customer service, and data processing experience for the Part Time Business Operations Associate role.
- Showcase your skills: Emphasize proficiency in Microsoft Office, data entry, and strong organizational abilities in your application.
- Understand CarMax culture: Research CarMax's commitment to transparency, customer experience, and community involvement to align your application.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the hourly pay range for a Part Time Business Operations Associate at CarMax Tinley Park?
- The hourly pay range for this position at CarMax Tinley Park is $16.00 to $25.60, offering competitive compensation for the role.
- What are the key responsibilities for a Part Time Business Operations Associate at CarMax?
- Key responsibilities include processing sales paperwork, managing financial transactions, providing customer service, handling cash, and performing clerical duties to ensure smooth store operations.
- What qualifications are required for the Part Time Business Operations Associate role at CarMax?
- Required qualifications include the ability to interpret and record data accurately, strong organizational and multitasking skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry, and effective communication skills.
- Does CarMax offer benefits for part-time employees in Tinley Park?
- Part-time associates at CarMax are eligible for sick time, vacation time based on service length, and floating holiday time, with specifics varying by state law and length of service.
- What is the work environment like for a Part Time Business Operations Associate at CarMax?
- The role is in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment requiring you to be on your feet for extended periods and handle various administrative and customer-facing tasks.
- How can I make my application stand out for the Part Time Business Operations Associate position at CarMax?
- Highlight your attention to detail, customer service experience, proficiency with office software, and any experience in financial or administrative roles to make your application stand out.
- Is there flexibility in scheduling for the Part Time Business Operations Associate role at CarMax?
- Yes, the role requires flexibility to work varied schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays, to support store operations.
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