Well regarded national drinks company have a job opening for a Mainland Europe Credit Manager.  This is a good development role for anyone who has previously been a Credit Supervisor but who is looking to progress into management level.  This is a brand new position due to expansion of the business.   This means it will allow you freedom to shape the role in the way you feel necessary.  The purpose of the role is to develop and manage credit control, credit risk and claims activities.  The role will involve you supervising another member of staff who has been responsible for the european accounts and you will report to the Accounts Receivable Manager and Finance Manager. 
It is an exciting opportunity for anyone who likes the challenge of setting up something from scratch and who thrives on the ideas of occasional travel to Europe for customer visits.  There will also be travel to Guildford once a quarter.

Main Accountabilities :
1.      Take a leadership role in the development of improved processes around credit risk management, cash collection and claims resolution resulting in a world class Credit Control operation for Mainland Europe.
2.      This operation must be scaleable throughout Mainland Europe and ROW and effectiveness should be delivered through process standardisation, automation and simplification.
3.      Integrate the elements of the existing processes and develop an area of continuous improvement working closely with other related departments within the organisation.
4.      Develop clear and demonstrable KPIs for each area of responsibility as well as reporting mechanisms to monitor the progress made in each area.
5.      Support business development especially European Strategy for Growth, involving key team members where possible.
6.      Ensure that processes comply with SOX and Corporate Governance requirements.
7.      Manage, coach & motivate direct reports and introduce robust development plans for all members of the team.
8.      Fully support the European Sales Team and regularly attend meetings as and when.
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