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3.5

59% would recommend to a friend

(2,771 total reviews)
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Keith Barr

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2.0
May 26, 2025
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Pros

The only pro would be that they start you off with decent pay.

Cons

My experience working at CarMax was deeply disappointing and unprofessional. Initially, I was excited to join the team. The orientation was well-organized, and the senior manager spoke highly of the company’s values. Unfortunately, once I began working in the Business Office, everything was quite different. The office environment was extremely unprofessional. There were inappropriate relationships between some associates, managers, and sales consultants, creating a very messy and uncomfortable atmosphere. Confidentiality was nonexistent, private conversations with leadership would quickly become common knowledge among staff. Management lacked competence, empathy, and effective leadership. Scheduling was disorganized, and it was difficult to get clarity or consistency in work hours. The overall culture in the Business Office was toxic, and the high turnover rate reflects the lack of support and respect for employees. I believe CarMax needs to invest more in proper leadership training for its Business Office managers and leads. My expectations were high, but this experience was one of the most disheartening I’ve had in a professional setting.

3.0
May 22, 2025

Alright

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Pros

Decent pay, work around your schedule mostly if you're part time, good benefits, easy job once you understand the process, never dread going to work, good job for people who don't have a degree

Cons

Management shows favoritism, noticed they cap certain people on growth, no work-life balance because of the stores work hours, little bit of micromanagement, some policies are unclear

4.0
May 20, 2025
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Pros

Competitive hourly pay for comparable jobs Good health/dental benefits

Cons

So many team leads and managers Hours vary, after summer your hours drop even if you’re full time

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