US LBM Credit Manager

US LBM•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

The US LBM Credit manager is responsible for managing credit-related activities within designated portfolio of accounts. This includes assessing credit risks, evaluating customer creditworthiness, setting credit limits, and ensuring compliance with credit policies and procedures. This person will collaborate with sales teams, analyze financial data, and make recommendations to optimize credit decisions while minimizing risk.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in credit and collections management.
3+ years of experience in a supervisory role.
Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the management and collection of accounts receivable.
MS Office experience required.
Ability to work on highly sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Effective in strategic business planning and relationship building

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred.
Knowledge of lumber or building materials preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage credit team and staff to direct the AR/Credit processes.
Collaborate as a business partner with Market VPs, sales team, and leadership within area to develop credit strategy to increase sales while minimizing risk.
Maintain consistent standards across market as it relates to credit approval process, collection process, and managing existing customer’s credit limits.
Conduct monthly A/R reviews and forecast potential bad debt for market.
Develop and maintain strong working relationships with Market leadership to drive A/R results.
Management of credit team within area. Consisting of hiring, performance management, training, and development.
Adheres to Company’s commitment to workplace safety.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with all policies and standards.
Adheres to Company’s commitment to workplace safety.