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Ferguson

Distributes plumbing and HVAC supplies to pros

Credit Manager

Risk ManagementPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeSwedesboro, NJ, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Finance or a related field is preferred.
  • At least 4 years of experience in Credit, Collections, or Accounts Receivable is required; construction industry experience is preferred.
  • Strong analytical and decision-making skills with sound business judgment.
  • Ability to manage priorities and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Understanding of the sales process.
  • Proficiency in credit evaluation and portfolio management.
  • Knowledge of financial statement analysis.
  • Knowledge of collections strategy and execution.
  • Ability to manage customer and branch relationships.
  • Knowledge of secondary security concepts.
  • Knowledge of Uniform Commercial Code fundamentals.
  • Proficiency with enterprise and vendor systems.
  • Ability to travel regularly overnight within the assigned territory.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and approve credit applications, limits, and account changes based on risk analysis.
  • Monitor customer balances and aging, and take action on delinquent accounts.
  • Develop and execute effective collection strategies.
  • Review and manage credit limits and lien rights to protect company interests.
  • Resolve disputes in partnership with sales and customers.
  • Manage bad debt exposure, including recovery efforts and legal escalation when necessary.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including the Uniform Commercial Code, Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, Equal Credit Opportunity Act, liens, bonds, and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
  • Partner with sales teams through regular branch interaction and customer visits.
  • Structure credit solutions, such as joint check agreements, for project-based accounts.
  • Handle complex, high-risk, or exception accounts beyond standard authority.
  • Lead, coach, and develop credit team members.
  • Manage daily credit and collection activities in alignment with company policy and assigned authority, balancing risk management with customer support to drive profitable growth and minimize exposure.
  • Manage a portfolio of accounts receivable of up to $30 million.

Desired Qualifications

  • Construction industry experience.
  • Leadership or team development experience.

About the Company

Ferguson

Distributes plumbing and HVAC supplies to pros

Ferguson distributes plumbing, HVAC, waterworks and industrial supplies to the contractors, builders and facility teams that install and maintain water and air systems across North America. Its branches, distribution centers and showrooms stock pipe, valves, fixtures, heating and cooling equipment and fire protection products, so trade professionals can buy at a counter or schedule jobsite delivery. Specialist teams quote large capital projects, and showroom consultants walk homeowners and builders through fixture choices. Ferguson earns its revenue on the margin between what it pays manufacturers and what it charges professional customers. Ferguson was founded in 1953 and is based in Newport News, Virginia.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Newport News, VA
Founded
1953

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