Credit and Collections Specialist - Wieland

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Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.

Wieland is hiring a Credit and Collections Specialist. The Credit and Collections Specialist will be responsible for monitoring customer collections, collecting receivables, evaluating credit integrity and worthiness. Managing and resolving outstanding invoices from past due accounts.. This role is located in Louisville, KY and will be fully on-site. 

Credit and Collections Specialist Responsibilities:

• New customer credit application processing
• Obtain D&B report
• Contact bank/trade references
• Set credit limits and terms upon approval
• Account set up in ERP system
• Achieve collection targets as set forth by finance leadership
• Monitor existing accounts to increase cash flow and limit the amount of DSO (Days Sales Outstanding)
• Release credit held orders
• Customer master data maintenance in ERP system
• Responsible for evaluating and recommending to commercial team which orders may require to be held depending upon account status and to effectively communicate reason for hold to sales, production, shipping and customer
• Consistently monitor aging reports, contact customers via telephone and other effective means to resolve outstanding issues
• Work with commercial team to process customer requests for credit limit increases as appropriate to guarantee an uninterrupted flow in 100% customer satisfaction
• Participate in monthly credit review with corporate and commercial team
• Other duties as assigned

Credit and Collections Specialist Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of Credit & Collections/Accounting or related experience preferred
• SAP, Oracle or other integrated credit/collections systems knowledge required
• Self-starter, analytical, effective time management and strong organizational skills
• Active participation in continuous improvement process
•  Good knowledge of Microsoft applications: Excel and Word
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Strong attention to detail & problem-solving attitude
• Ability to communicate, both orally and in writing, with customers, co-workers and management within areas of responsibility
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from management
• Maintain professional relationships with customers to develop business relationships that withstand the fluctuation of market variables and global competition

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

• Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 8,000+ employees worldwide and 35+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.   Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.