Global Credit Manager - Corporate

Summary:

Our award-winning client is seeking a Global Credit Manager to join their team. Lead the development and maintenance of global credit policies, assess creditworthiness on a global scale, and oversee credit limits and collections, ensuring compliance with regulations and proactive risk mitigation.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, review, and update global credit policies and procedures aligned with financial objectives and industry best practices.

• Assess the creditworthiness of new and existing global customers through comprehensive financial analysis.

• Establish and manage credit limits based on risk assessment and financial analysis.

• Oversee the global collections process, implementing effective strategies for timely invoice payment.

• Identify and proactively mitigate potential credit risks, collaborating with legal and other departments for high-risk accounts and disputes.

• Collaborate with sales and customer service teams to address credit inquiries and maintain positive customer relationships.

• Prepare and present regular reports on credit metrics, aging, and bad debt reserves.

• Ensure compliance with local and international credit and collection regulations.

• Provide guidance and support to global credit and collection teams.

• Oversee daily treasury operations, including cash disbursements and receipts.

• Execute financial transactions, such as wire transfers.

• Manage the company's commercial risk management program and collaborate with the CFO on annual renewal and compliance.

• Work with local sites to forecast and budget insurance costs.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.

• Proven experience in credit management, preferably within a global corporation.

• Strong understanding of financial analysis, credit risk assessment, and collections strategies.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills to effectively interact with stakeholders.

• Knowledge of international credit laws and regulations to ensure compliance.

• Proficiency in relevant software and financial tools for efficient credit management.

• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel; ERP systems experience and financial reporting systems experience preferred.