Credit Manager

Role Description

The Credit Manager position will be responsible for the National Credit function and associated Simplot priorities (Turf & Horticulture). This role will maximize quality sales, influence credit decisions, collect accounts timely, and ensure policies and procedures are followed while overseeing Credit Analysts assigned in the region. The Credit Manager will provide Area Financial Services coast-to-coast across the Nation (including Hawaii).

Although the role is remote, it is preferred that eligible candidates must be residing within the Central Time Zone (or within close proximity of a major airport to meet the 25% travel expectations within this region). CST and Midwest region may include, but are not limited to:

• Arkansas
• Iowa
• Louisiana
• Minnesota
• Oklahoma
• Nebraska
• Indiana
• Kentucky
• Tennessee
• Illinois
• Alabama
• Mississippi
• Michigan
• Texas
• Missouri

A company vehicle will be provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a 4-year college or university
• 5+ years related experience and/or training in Credit Management and Financial Services
• Ag Finance experience preferred but not required
• Turf & Horticulture experience preferred

Requirements

• Analyzes financial strengths/weaknesses of prospective and existing customers to determine eligibility for credit, financing, or related services
• Establishes and maintains effective communication with a credible information network
• Develops, implements, and manages effective collection procedures in accordance with established credit policies
• Manages collections process to ensure proper sending of follow-up inquiries, negotiating with past due accounts, and referral of accounts to collection agencies
• Provides insight for the updating of the credit policy as to new concepts and procedures
• Analyzes and recommends specific reserves for bad debt expense (when assigned)
• Understands, communicates, and implements Simplot's Credit Policy and Procedures
• Assists in providing and interpreting credit information for management and others as required
• Remains informed of agricultural trends, changes, and practices
• Oversees 2 Credit Analysts within the region

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• 401(k) savings plan
• Paid Family Building Leave
• Generous Paid Time Off - Eligible employees may accrue up to 160 hours in year 1
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Relocation Assistance Program (where applicable)
• Education Assistance
• Benefits details available at simplotbenefits.com