Credit Manager

• Oversee and mentor a team of 12, including credit associates and cash application staff, to ensure smooth and effective financial operations
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external clients to facilitate billing, deductions management, payment resolution, and account reconciliation
• Manage multiple priorities while coaching and empowering your team to achieve shared goals
• Provide senior management with detailed reporting metrics and regular updates on portfolio performance and challenges
• Collaborate with IT teams to enhance automation within the cash application process
• Drive consistent improvement in credit management strategies for both small-scale and larger corporate accounts
• Develop and implement processes to streamline new account setups and ensure compliance with company policies
• Represent the department in cross-functional initiatives to align credit strategies with broader business objectives

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of experience managing a credit department in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Proven expertise in consumer goods manufacturing, distribution, wholesale, or related industries such as supermarket retail or direct store delivery
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, combined with excellent analytical abilities for problem-solving
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including managing teams in a minimally structured environment
• Proficiency in Office tools, particularly Excel and Word
• experience with AS400 systems is a plus
• Background in B2B collections, accounts receivable, and credit portfolio management
• Familiarity with the local community and ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders

Experience with AS400 systems

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
• Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan