Credit and Collections Manager

Andes Global Trading LLC; Bogotá; Presencial; COP 120.000.000 - 180.000.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Andes Global Trading LLC is seeking a Credit and Collections Manager to lead credit approvals, manage risk, and drive timely collections across international markets.

The role supervises two assistants, partners with sales and finance teams, and interfaces with insurers and banks. The ideal candidate has 6–8 years in credit/collections, bilingual English/Spanish, and SAP experience.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• 6–8 years in credit, collections, or accounts receivable.
• 2+ years of team leadership.
• Experience with international or B2B high-volume transactions.

Responsabilidades

• Credit Risk Management & Strategy: oversee credit lines and policy adherence.
• Collections Oversight: lead collections and manage past-due balances.
• Reporting & Analysis: produce A/R metrics and brief CFO/leadership.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration: mentor two assistants and partner with Sales/Logistics.

Conocimientos

Credit risk analysis

Collections management

Team leadership

Financial analysis

ERP systems (SAP) experience

Advanced Excel skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Cross-functional collaboration

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting/Business Administration

Herramientas

SAP

Excel

Reporting tools

Descripción del empleo

About Andes

Founded in 2011, Andes Global Trading is a leader for the Americas in the frozen and refrigerated meat trading industry, focusing on pork, beef, poultry, seafood and vegetables. Our offices, customers, and vendors are located around the region and the globe, including 25 countries we sell to and more than 20 countries we currently buy from.

Position Summary

The Credit and Collections Manager is responsible for leading the credit and collections function across the company. This role oversees credit approvals, ensures alignment with company policy and risk tolerance, and manages customer payment performance across all markets. The manager will supervise two team members, act as a business partner to the sales and finance teams, and work closely with external stakeholders including insurers, banks, and key customers. This is a hands‑on leadership role that requires strong analytical capabilities, people‑management skills, and the ability to make sound credit decisions in a high‑transaction, fast‑paced environment.

At Andes we are proud to be a hands‑on, fast‑moving, and entrepreneurial company. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑moving environment, has an entrepreneurial mindset, is a great cultural fit, and brings the appropriate structure to ambiguous, often rapidly changing environments.

Key Accountabilities

• Credit Risk Management & Strategy
  • Oversee and evaluate new and existing customer credit lines in accordance with company policies and credit insurance requirements.
  • Make credit approval decisions or elevate them to the Credit Committee as appropriate.
  • Maintain and continuously improve credit policy and procedures to support business growth while minimizing risk.
  • Analyze customer financials, payment history, and industry trends to determine creditworthiness.
• Collections Oversight
  • Lead proactive collection efforts across all customer accounts.
  • Monitor aging reports and ensure timely resolution of past‑due balances.
  • Establish strong communication channels with Sales, Customer Service, and external clients to address payment issues.
  • Escalate high‑risk accounts and manage complex recovery situations, including legal collection strategies when required.
• Reporting & Analysis
  • Generate and analyze A/R reports, DSO, and credit exposure metrics; identify trends and improvement opportunities.
  • Provide regular updates to the CFO and leadership team on A/R status and portfolio risks.
  • Ensure data accuracy and compliance with internal controls and reporting standards.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration
  • Lead, mentor, and develop two Credit and Collections Assistants.
  • Foster cross‑functional collaboration with Sales, Logistics, Accounting, and external insurance/banking partners.
  • Champion Andes’ values across all credit and collections operations.

Required Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 6–8 years of relevant experience in credit, collections, or accounts receivable.
• At least 2 years of team leadership experience.
• Proven success managing large portfolios and high‑volume transactions in an international or B2B environment.
• Strong analytical, decision‑making, and negotiation skills.
• Hands‑on experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and reporting tools.
• 100% bilingual – English and Spanish, written and verbal.
• Experience working with credit insurance companies, international customers, and cross‑border transactions is a strong plus.