Credit Manager
About the role
Lead the management of credit risk for trade receivables by overseeing credit policies, underwriting complex credit relationships, and developing a high-performing credit team. Partner closely with store and field leaders to balance customer needs with sound credit decisions, while leveraging lien and bond rights to mitigate risk and improve collections. The ideal candidate brings strong business credit underwriting expertise, proven leadership experience, and exceptional communication skills.
Why RDO?
When you join RDO Equipment Co., you’ll become part of an industry-leading team providing a world-class experience for customers who do vital work. We deal in iron from the world’s leading equipment and technology manufacturers, but we’re a people business first. RDO has grown from humble roots, guided by a family’s values, and shaped by the strengths, voices and entrepreneurism of our team members.
Our Fargo, ND Field Support Office is located in the heart of a thriving, fast-growing metro area that blends small-town charm with big-city energy. At the Fargo Field Support Office, you’ll work alongside knowledgeable, collaborative partners who support teams across the company. Whether you're looking to grow your career or make a meaningful impact, you’ll find the support and opportunity to thrive here.
Responsibilities
- Lead & Develop the Team: Guide, coach, and develop a high performing team while fostering a positive, collaborative, and results-driven work environment.
- Lead the Credit Risk Management Strategy: Develop, implement and continuously improve credit policies, procedures, and underwriting practices for the trade receivables portfolio, including maximizing the use of credit scoring tools and technology.
- Oversee Complex Credit Decisions: Lead the review and underwriting of large credit requests while implementing lien and bond rights strategies and maintaining sound credit practices that mitigate risk and drive profitable growth.
- Partner with Leadership: Build strong relationships with field leadership to communicate customer credit risks, provide guidance on credit-related matters, and maintain strong working relationships across operations, accounting, and management teams.
- Demonstrate Leadership: Ensure ethical business practices are followed, promote continuous process improvement, uphold the company’s Core Values, and maintain a positive reputation with customers, employees, and community stakeholders.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience managing a business credit underwriting function with senior-level finance experience within a retail environment.
- Proven ability to lead initiatives, develop teams, and influence cross-functional partners.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
- Valid work authorization; candidates must be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.
Benefits
Competitive compensation to reflect your experience.
State-of-the-art workspaces and amenities in the heart of downtown Fargo.
A comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being. For more details, visit RDO’s benefits page.
A company that lives by its core values. Learn more here.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Business Impact: Play a visible role in helping leaders make informed decisions by turning financial data into insights that directly influence business performance.
- Values-Driven Organization: Join a company that prioritizes integrity, accuracy, and doing the right thing.
- Meaningful Impact: Lead and influence decisions that ensure accurate, timely, and useful financial information for leaders across the organization.
- Collaborative Culture: Be part of a team-driven environment that values thoughtful analysis, open communication, and shared accountability.
- A Dynamic Environment: Where no two days are the same.
- A Supportive Team: That’s as invested in your success as their own, as well as opportunities to build camaraderie throughout the year.
- Opportunities To: Grow, learn, and lead in the industry.