Sales Consultant Trainee - Paid Training & Growth Path

7196 - Riverside - 7980 Auto Dr, Riverside, California, 92504

Car Max, the way your career should be!

Position Overview As a CA Sales Consultant Trainee, you will be the face of Car Max, delivering an iconic customer experience that sets us apart. Your mission is to help customers find the right vehicle for their lifestyle—not just the most expensive option—by building genuine relationships and understanding their needs. At Car Max, honesty and transparency are the foundation of our success, and those same qualities will help you thrive in this role.

No prior auto sales experience? No problem! We provide paid training, a dedicated personal sales mentor, and continuous development opportunities. If you bring strong interpersonal skills and a passion for helping people, we’ll give you the tools to succeed.

This role offers career growth potential, with paths to mentorship, management, and leadership for those ready to learn and excel.

Why Car Max?

At Car Max, 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 Assist customers in finding vehicles that fit their needs using your knowledge of Car Max inventory.

Guide customers through the entire process, including appraisals, test drives, and financing applications.

Deliver an exceptional experience by listening actively and providing clear, honest information.

Complete accurate documentation for all transactions to ensure a smooth and transparent process.

Collaborate with team members to meet customer needs and achieve store goals.

Maintain a professional, customer-first approach in every interaction, and stay informed about Car Max products, services, and promotions to better serve customers.

Follow Car Max Environmental, Health and Safety (EH&S) requirements and maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Required Qualifications Sales or customer service experience in retail or similar environments preferred.

Strong listening and communication skills with a customer-focused mindset.

High level of self-motivation and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Comfort with technology for processing transactions and accessing inventory information.

Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Commitment to integrity and transparency in every customer interaction.

Willingness to learn and grow through Car Max-provided training and mentorship.

About Car Max At  Car Max, 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.

Car Max 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:$16.91 - $20.00

Incentives:

In the state of California this position is eligible for incentives and bonuses.

Benefits:

Except as otherwise required by state law, Car Max Associates are entitled to the following paid sick, vacation, and holiday time.

Associates that are considered full-time hourly or commissioned are eligible:

To earn up to 48 hours of…