Regional Credit Manager

NorthPoint Search Group•McKinney, TX

About The Position

The Regional Credit Manager manages, protects, and collects the company’s accounts receivable portfolio. The role manages an assigned customer portfolio within approved authority to assign credit limits and approve orders. It also trains and develops direct reports and other team members. The position is based in McKinney, Texas, and requires the ability to travel.

Requirements

At least 5 years of credit and collections experience.
Ability to communicate effectively throughout the organization and at multiple levels.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Working knowledge of construction law.
Ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks.
Decisiveness and the ability to think outside the box.
Self-motivation and the ability to motivate others.
Ability to handle conflict and confrontation.
Ability and desire to coach, teach, and mentor others.
Strong analytical skills.
Ability to travel.

Nice To Haves

Construction industry experience.
Working knowledge of mechanics liens, bonds, and payment bonds.

Responsibilities

Directly supervise Area Credit Managers and collection staff, including training and development.
Set appropriate customer credit exposure to support sales while maintaining appropriate risk.
Review and approve orders on credit hold within assigned authority.
Review and approve new customer credit applications.
Initiate, review, and approve credit limits for existing customers in accordance with company policy.
Manage collections to support company and department goals, including making collection calls.
Read, understand, and evaluate financial statements.
Participate in branch manager calls and industry credit group meetings.
Establish team and individual goals and monitor performance.
Conduct customer visits.
Review and submit bad debt write-off requests for approval.
Build and manage effective working relationships internally and externally.
Maintain awareness of industry trends and the economy.