Job Posting: Ferguson is North America’s leading value-added distributor across residential, non-residential, new construction and repair, maintenance, and improvement (RMI) end markets. Spanning 34,000 suppliers and more than one million customers, we deliver local expertise, value-added solutions, and the industry’s most extensive portfolio of products. From infrastructure, plumbing, and appliances, to HVAC, fire protection, fabrication, and more, we make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. We are currently seeking the right individual to fill an immediate need for an Assistant Market Credit Manager for our Metairie, LA location. If you have familiarity and experience with credit, collections and accounts receivable coupled with an interest in contributing directly to the bottom line of a multi-billion-dollar organization, this is the position for you! Description Review obtained credit information, evaluate credit risk, and approve or decline credit accounts, in accordance with established company policies and terms, in a timely manner. Conduct or supervise credit investigations on existing and potential customers to extend or raise credit limit and monitor exposure. Contact credit customers through phone, e-mail or on-site visits regarding their balance due, contributing to prompt payments. Ensure regular follow-up with customers. Build relationships with customers and sales team through routine communication and visitation. Regular discussion of A/R strategy in cooperation with Market Credit Manager. Focus on improving customer payment schedules, increasing Ferguson’s collection percentage and reducing Days Sales Outstanding (DSO), past due balances, write-offs, and disputes. Understand and maintain lien and bond rights, through creation and monitoring of customer job accounts. Manage the evaluation of the credit and accounts receivable functions of potential acquisitions/divestitures. Creates and maintains transition service agreements as they relate to credit/AR. Execute reviews of the customer deduction process to ensure timely and accurate resolution. Keep management informed concerning the status of customers and receivables. Adhere to Company compliance and Health Safety and Environment (HSE) policies, procedures, and requirements. Requirements 3-5 yrs Credit Management Experience preferred Experience in Credit, Collections, and/or Accounts Receivables in the construction supply industry Self-confident, strong communication skills and inquisitive Ability to react swiftly to new information and handle conflict professionally. Good judgment, problem solving skills, and ability to see the “big picture” Handle stress, manage time and people and analyze numbers Skilled in problem solving. Proficiency in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote) preferred. Knowledge of credit fundamentals (ex: financial statement analysis, secondary securities, contract/bankruptcy law, etc.). Ferguson is dedicated to providing meaningful benefits programs and products to our associates and their families—geared toward benefits, wellness, financial protection, and retirement savings. Ferguson offers a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement savings with company match, paid leave (vacation, sick, personal, holiday, and parental), employee assistance programs, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities, and much more! - Pay Range: - $3,075.30 - $6,783.70 - Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles OR Hourly for all other roles. - This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible. - 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 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.