Area Credit Manager

Nashville, TN

Full time

R-141384

Job Posting:

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We proactively solve problems, adapt and grow to continuously serve our customers, communities and each other. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

The Area Credit Manager is responsible for leading a team to support credit, collections, and accounts receivable operations by aligning credit strategy with customer experience and fostering strong local relationships. They will ensure credit goals are met, drive customer satisfaction, develop associates, and achieve an efficient work environment. Through effective leadership, the Area Credit Manager will cultivate a positive culture and ensure reasonable return on receivable investment for the markets they lead in Nashville and middle Tennessee

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for the management of the credit function for a branch or a network of branches within a market.

• Executes credit strategy at the local level.

• Regular branch visitation to ensure alignment with sales leadership objectives.

• Builds customer relationships by spending time in front of customers and in the branch/branches.

• Manage and lead credit associates in their respective branches, drives a customer first focus and supports a high-performance culture aligned with company values.

• Coach and develop Credit Managers/Credit Specialists reporting into them.

• 5+ years experience in professional credit management

• Proven success record in building engaged & motivated teams

• Possess strong credit acumen & financial acumen

• Credit Strategy Execution

• Return on Receivable Investment

• Customer Negotiation & Retention

• Team Leadership & Development

• Efficiency | Process Improvement

• CBA or equivalent professional designation

Qualifications

A successful Market Credit Manager will possess the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree in the Finance field preferred

• 5+ yrs Credit Management Experience preferred

• Experience in Credit, Collections, and/or Accounts Receivables in the wholesale distribution industry

• Self-confident, strong communication skills and inquisitive

• Good judgment, problem solving skills, and ability to see the “big picture”

• Handle stress, manage time and people and analyze numbers

• Desire and ability to serve customers

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!

Pay Range:

$6,858.34 - $10,975.00

Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles.

This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible.

Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.

Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodation Information (https://www.ferguson.com/content/careers/reasonable-accommodation)

Ferguson is a project success company providing expertise, solutions and products from infrastructure, plumbing and appliances to HVAC, fire, fabrication and more. As a leading value-added distributor of residential and commercial plumbing supplies and pipe, valves and fittings in the U.S., we exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful and sustainable. The professionals we serve help transform the world we live in, and we are their trusted partners with the scale to provide peace of mind.

Founded in 1953, Ferguson is part of Ferguson plc, which is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: FERG) and London Stock Exchange (LSE: FERG). With approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations, Ferguson plc serves customers in all 50 states, Canada, Puerto Rico, Mexico and the Caribbean.