Associate Director, Field Operations & Strategy

The role

The Associate Director, Field Operations & Strategy manages new car operations across multiple Inspection Centers. This role combines hands-on production leadership with strategic thinking to improve network-wide processes and performance.

What you will do

• Demonstrate effective leadership across Inspection Centers
• Visit the shop floor regularly to maintain awareness of IC realities
• Ensure IC management behaviors align with company culture
• Identify and solve problems impacting IQR performance
• Ensure leadership executes operating standards like 5S and visual management
• Partner with Reconditioning, Market Ops, and Logistics to align production plans
• Identify systemic patterns to lead continuous improvement across the network
• Translate field realities into input for Product Management tools and workflows
• Build and maintain a pipeline of associates and leadership candidates
• Mentor and develop regional and site leaders

Required qualifications

• 10 or more years of combined operations and strategy experience
• Significant experience leading large teams of 100+ associates
• Proven ability to lead and develop associates and managers at scale
• Demonstrated experience using data and analysis to drive operating strategy
• Strong ability to communicate and influence cross-functionally
• Ability to manage project deliverables and metrics against aggressive targets
• Willingness and ability to travel 50 to 75% of the time
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Requires standing for extended periods in environments that may be cold, hot, noisy, or wet
• Requires use of safety equipment including face shield, goggles, non-slip shoes, gloves, and mask

Nice to have

• Bachelor's degree from a top-tier institution in business, operations management, analytics, or a related field
• Some current use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot) to support decision-making or productivity

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Carvana stock compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• 401K with company match
• Student loan payments
• Discounts on vehicles
• Benefits for your pets
• Wellness program

Before you apply

• Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check
• This role is NOT eligible for visa sponsorship

About the company

Carvana is an automotive retailer that is changing the way people buy and sell cars. It is the fastest-growing and most profitable public automotive retailer.