Credit Manager - SA
Job No:
89629
Location:
Adelaide, SA
- Credit management opportunity with one of Australia's leading wine companies
- Highly competitive remuneration package
- Fantastic company culture and great head office location in Adelaide's CBD
About the Organisation
Samuel Smith & Son services the Australian liquor industry with a blue chip portfolio of national and international wines, spirits and premium ales. Samuel Smith & Son embraces and promotes a philosophy of knowledge, service and friendship.
Established in 1923, renowned wine experts Samuel Smith & Son have offices in each mainland capital city, as well as a national sales office in Adelaide and a presence in Tasmania, Far North Queensland, the Northern Territory and Canberra.
"Our commitment to being recognised as the most respected merchant of fine wines, select whisky and superior ales remains absolute." - Robert Hill Smith
About the Opportunity
Samuel Smith & Son now has a unique opportunity for a full-time Credit Manager to join their team in Adelaide, SA. This is a rare opportunity to become part of an outstanding company, known globally for its reputation in the wine industry.
In this role, you will be responsible for managing a customer ledger, assessing credit risk , and collecting past due debts.
More specifically, your responsibilities will include:
- Managing a ledger of approximately 1,000 active accounts using sound Credit Management practices;
- Setting and maintaining appropriate credit limits and terms;
- Ensuring credit applications are legally enforceable;
- Pursuing delinquent accounts;
- Liaising with Insolvency Practitioners; and
- Maintaining strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
To be successful in this position, you will have demonstrated experience in a similar role, a proven record of credit management, a strong understanding of credit risk and sound legal knowledge around credit management.
About You
Samuel Smith & Son is seeking a confident team player who has the ability to work in a fast-paced, high volume environment whilst employing excellent customer service skills and displaying a high level of initiative.
The ability to make your decisions heard, while still maintaining a positive working relationship with others and actively listening to employees' feedback, will be pivotal to your success in this role.
The successful candidate will have exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. In addition, Samuel Smith & Son is looking for someone who is competent in the use of the Microsoft Office suite.
While not essential, a certificate in credit management and previous experience with JD Edwards will be highly regarded.
About the Benefits
Samuel Smith & Son is committed to professional growth and development and will give you the opportunity to take ownership over your ledger and provide systems training.
In return for your hard work and dedication, you'll enjoy a highly competitive remuneration package plus a great work/life balance.
Not only does this amazing opportunity offer you generous rewards, but also the chance to become part of one of Australia's most respected names in wine. Joining Australia's oldest family owned Wine business will see you building lasting relationships with people who truly enjoy each other's company. You'll love being part of a team that works hard but has fun along the way!
Share your passion for fine wines with Australia's oldest family owned Wine Distribution business - Apply now!
Samuel Smith & Son is an equal opportunity employer.