Credit Specialist

About the role

The Credit Specialist will manage a portfolio of process-focused customers and national accounts, handling various credit and collection functions.

Responsibilities

• Manage customers using portals for purchase order delivery, invoicing, and payment.
• Monitor invoice status and resolve issues within portals like Ariba, Coupa, Taulia, etc.
• Collaborate with EDI/E-Business for new or updated invoice submission automation/integration needs.
• Handle sophisticated, large, or difficult credit accounts, maintaining positive customer relations and minimizing outstanding debts.
• Maintain consistency between credit and collection activities and the organization's overall customer relations strategy.
• Implement credit policies to maintain an acceptable risk level, prompt repayments, minimize losses, and efficiently collect arrears.
• Contact customers regarding delinquent payments, prepare reports reflecting credit and collection status, and identify/address problem debts.
• Participate in associate meetings, communicate concerns to management, and strengthen internal and external relationships.
• Support enterprise business and sales objectives through efficient performance of job responsibilities.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in credit management or similar roles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.).
• Knowledge of Bectran, Billtrust, Cash App, PowerBI, and Levelset platforms.
• Ability to develop and deliver effective presentations and use Ferguson's inventory, logistics, and customer relationship management systems.

Benefits

Ferguson offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance, a 401(k) with a company match, and more. Additional enhancements include mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities, and more!

Pay

Pay Range: $21.63 - $34.07 Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles. This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible. Ferguson complies with all wage regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ferguson is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all wage regulations. The Company is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.