CarMax
Overview
Sr. Manager, Portfolio Analytics & Strategy - Hybrid at CarMax CarMax Auto Finance (CAF) helps CarMax customers with vehicle financing and optional protection products. We strive for a simple and seamless consumer experience by offering fast, on-site financing, competitive terms, and convenient payment methods. Location: 9002 - CarMax Auto Finance - 225 Chastain Meadows Ct NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144 The Senior Manager, Portfolio Analytics & Strategy leads strategy development and advanced analytics supporting CAF’s Operations and Portfolio Management functions. You will manage a team of Analysts and partner with leaders across Servicing, Legal, Risk, Finance, and Technology to optimize Servicing, pre- and post-charge-off strategy, digital communications, customer treatment models, productivity and loss improvements. This role sits at the intersection of business strategy, customer experience innovation, and data science.
What You Will Do
Leading analytics initiatives across operations to monitor portfolio performance, monitor strategies and recommend process and reporting improvements
Guiding the formulation of contact and servicing strategies, portfolio segmentation, and channel optimization to evaluate algorithm performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Managing and mentoring a high-performing analytics team, providing coaching, feedback, and long-term career development
Designing and executing champion/challenger strategies and data-driven campaigns to improve customer experience and loss outcomes
Partnering with cross-functional teams (Operations, Finance, Technology, Legal, Compliance, Product) to develop and implement portfolio and treatment strategies
Guiding analysts through design, development, and deployment of machine learning models across customer treatment, valuation, loss mitigation, and AI-powered decisioning with a hands-on approach
Exploring and implementing opportunities using Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) to modernize operations in partnership with Technology
Communicating clear, actionable recommendations through dashboards, presentations, and storytelling to senior stakeholders
What You Will Need to Succeed This role is ideal for an innovative analytics leader ready to shape strategy, apply machine learning techniques, and make a visible impact in Servicing. The ideal candidate combines strong technical skills in data analytics, modeling and AI with vast experience in portfolio performance. They are proven team leaders who can recruit, mentor, and develop talent, and they excel at turning insights into decisions that influence senior leadership. Success in this role requires comfort with fast-paced, ambiguous environments, very strong business acumen in collections and servicing, and expertise in data infrastructure, automation, and performance measurement. They should also be skilled in building complex models, explaining business metrics, and teaching others to do the same.
To be Eligible
Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or business field required; advanced degree (MS, MBA, etc.) strongly preferred
5+ years in analytics or strategy, including 2+ years leading teams
Experience creating and maintaining data science algorithms in business environments and designing and analyzing statistical tests
Deep working knowledge of Python, SQL, and cloud-based platforms (e.g., Azure); GitHub experience a plus
Strong results focus, project management, & teamwork
Ability to explain complex concepts and communicate business insights to the team, other managers, with similar and different business backgrounds, and Senior Executives alike
Additional Details
Work Location and Arrangement: Based out of the Kennesaw, GA office with a Hybrid work arrangement
Work Authorization: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Sponsorship will not be considered for this role.
CarMax Core Values The Strategy department tackles complex problems while representing CarMax’s core values:
Do the Right Thing
Put People First
Win Together
Go for Greatness
About CarMax CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering an honest, transparent, and high-integrity experience. We are the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, with over 200 locations nationwide. Our team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences and support career growth. We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and are among the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For.
EEO and Accommodations CarMax is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration 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. CarMax will consider reasonable accommodations to complete the job application upon request.
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Sr. Manager, Portfolio Analytics & Strategy - Hybrid at CarMax CarMax Auto Finance (CAF) helps CarMax customers with vehicle financing and optional protection products. We strive for a simple and seamless consumer experience by offering fast, on-site financing, competitive terms, and convenient payment methods. Location: 9002 - CarMax Auto Finance - 225 Chastain Meadows Ct NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144 The Senior Manager, Portfolio Analytics & Strategy leads strategy development and advanced analytics supporting CAF’s Operations and Portfolio Management functions. You will manage a team of Analysts and partner with leaders across Servicing, Legal, Risk, Finance, and Technology to optimize Servicing, pre- and post-charge-off strategy, digital communications, customer treatment models, productivity and loss improvements. This role sits at the intersection of business strategy, customer experience innovation, and data science.
What You Will Do
Leading analytics initiatives across operations to monitor portfolio performance, monitor strategies and recommend process and reporting improvements
Guiding the formulation of contact and servicing strategies, portfolio segmentation, and channel optimization to evaluate algorithm performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
Managing and mentoring a high-performing analytics team, providing coaching, feedback, and long-term career development
Designing and executing champion/challenger strategies and data-driven campaigns to improve customer experience and loss outcomes
Partnering with cross-functional teams (Operations, Finance, Technology, Legal, Compliance, Product) to develop and implement portfolio and treatment strategies
Guiding analysts through design, development, and deployment of machine learning models across customer treatment, valuation, loss mitigation, and AI-powered decisioning with a hands-on approach
Exploring and implementing opportunities using Generative AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) to modernize operations in partnership with Technology
Communicating clear, actionable recommendations through dashboards, presentations, and storytelling to senior stakeholders
What You Will Need to Succeed This role is ideal for an innovative analytics leader ready to shape strategy, apply machine learning techniques, and make a visible impact in Servicing. The ideal candidate combines strong technical skills in data analytics, modeling and AI with vast experience in portfolio performance. They are proven team leaders who can recruit, mentor, and develop talent, and they excel at turning insights into decisions that influence senior leadership. Success in this role requires comfort with fast-paced, ambiguous environments, very strong business acumen in collections and servicing, and expertise in data infrastructure, automation, and performance measurement. They should also be skilled in building complex models, explaining business metrics, and teaching others to do the same.
To be Eligible
Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative or business field required; advanced degree (MS, MBA, etc.) strongly preferred
5+ years in analytics or strategy, including 2+ years leading teams
Experience creating and maintaining data science algorithms in business environments and designing and analyzing statistical tests
Deep working knowledge of Python, SQL, and cloud-based platforms (e.g., Azure); GitHub experience a plus
Strong results focus, project management, & teamwork
Ability to explain complex concepts and communicate business insights to the team, other managers, with similar and different business backgrounds, and Senior Executives alike
Additional Details
Work Location and Arrangement: Based out of the Kennesaw, GA office with a Hybrid work arrangement
Work Authorization: Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Sponsorship will not be considered for this role.
CarMax Core Values The Strategy department tackles complex problems while representing CarMax’s core values:
Do the Right Thing
Put People First
Win Together
Go for Greatness
About CarMax CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering an honest, transparent, and high-integrity experience. We are the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, with over 200 locations nationwide. Our team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences and support career growth. We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and are among the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For.
EEO and Accommodations CarMax is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration 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. CarMax will consider reasonable accommodations to complete the job application upon request.
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