Senior Director Credit & Collection APJ

SYNNEX; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT company in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, is seeking a Senior Director of Credit Control to set the strategic direction for credit and collections across APJ. This key role involves leading a High-Growth Credit Centre of Excellence team and balancing market growth with risk management. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of senior credit management experience, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to influence at executive levels. Also, a degree in Finance or related fields is essential, with an MBA and credit certifications preferred. Opportunities for career growth and inclusive programs are provided.

Benefits

Elective Benefits tailored to your country

Career development programs

Global Life Empowerment Assistance Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives

Onboarding program to connect with new colleagues

Qualifications

• 15+ years in senior credit management, ideally in IT or related industries.
• Comfortable influencing at board and executive levels.
• Exceptional negotiation and stakeholder management skills with cultural sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire our Credit Centre of Excellence team across APJ.
• Build and refine credit risk frameworks that respect local market realities.
• Drive collections excellence to meet cash flow and DSO targets.

Skills

Accounts Receivable Collection

Executive Engagement

Risk Management

Credit Risks

Operational Excellence

Finance Transformation

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business

MBA and credit certifications preferred

Job description

Shape Credit strategy for a High-Growth IT Business and lead decisions that power scalable, global expansion with a high-performing team across a diverse, fast-growing region.

Job Purpose

As Senior Director of Credit Control, you will set the strategic direction for credit and collections across APJ. This high-impact role requires balancing market growth with robust risk management, ensuring financial resilience while respecting local business practices and regulatory environments. You will lead a Centre of Excellence team, shape policy, and drive transformation initiatives that influence the entire Order-to-Cash cycle. Your leadership will strengthen trust with stakeholders and deliver measurable results across APJ.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire our Credit Centre of Excellence team across APJ.

• Build and refine credit risk frameworks that respect local market realities while supporting regional growth.

• Oversee credit granting, reviews, and exposure management for a varied customer base.

• Drive collections excellence to meet cash flow and DSO targets.

• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Vendors, and Customers to resolve issues respectfully and maintain trust.

• Manage relationships with credit insurers, brokers, and financing partners.

• Deliver finance transformation projects— from system upgrades to process redesign.

• Lead integration efforts for mergers and acquisitions.

• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regional regulatory requirements.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• 15+ years in senior credit management, ideally in IT or related industries.

• Strategic vision with proven ability to balance growth and risk across diverse markets.

• Track record of delivering large-scale transformation projects.

• Comfortable influencing at board and executive levels.

• Experience in multi-country, matrixed environments.

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business; MBA and credit certifications preferred.

• Exceptional negotiation and stakeholder management skills with cultural sensitivity.

• Fluent in English; additional APJ languages a plus.

• Willingness to travel periodically across APJ.

Key Skills

Accounts Receivable Collection, Building High Performance Team, Credit Risks, Deal Management, Executive Engagement, External Stakeholders, Finance Business Partnering, Finance Transformation, Financial Shared Services, Insurance Policies, Operational Excellence, Order to Cash (OTC), Risk Management, Strategy

At Tec D, a TD SYNNEX Company, our values guide everything we do: Together, We Own It, We Dare to Go, We Grow and Win, and above all, We Do the Right Thing. These principles shape how we work with each other, our partners, and our communities as we drive innovation and create lasting impact.

What’s In It For You?

• Elective Benefits: Our programs are tailored to your country to best accommodate your lifestyle.
• Grow Your Career: Accelerate your path to success (and keep up with the future) with formal programs on leadership and professional development, and many more on-demand courses.
• Elevate Your Personal Well-Being: Boost your financial, physical, and mental well-being through seminars, events, and our global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: It’s not just a phrase to us; valuing every voice is how we succeed. Join us in celebrating our global diversity through inclusive education, meaningful peer-to-peer conversations, and equitable growth and development opportunities.
• Make the Most of our Global Organization: Network with other new co-workers within your first 30 days through our onboarding program.
• Connect with Your Community: Participate in internal, peer-led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering events, and more environmental and social initiatives.

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At Tec D, a TD SYNNEX Company, we’re proud to be recognized as a great place to work and a leader in the promotion and practice of diversity, equity and inclusion. If you’re excited about working for our company and believe you’re a good fit for this role, we encourage you to apply. You may be exactly the person we’re looking for!

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