Credit & Collections Team Lead

Baker Distributing; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Distributing in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Credit and Collections Supervisor to oversee credit management, collection efforts and cash flow under the Credit Manager. This role involves extending credit, assessing risk, and guiding the collections team to minimize losses.

You will supervise collections activities, negotiate terms, and coordinate with sales and finance to ensure policy compliance and timely cash flow. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Previous experience in Credit and/or Collections.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook; Access.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in collections and customer negotiation.
• Strong leadership, communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Extends credit to customers per policy and terms.
• Compile and analyze credit worthiness for customers.
• Review files to evaluate credit risk and negotiate terms.
• Manage collections, coordinating with team and directing actions.
• Monitor credit lines and ensure accurate monthly reporting.
• Assist with tax audits and handle nonroutine inquiries.

Skills

Credit analysis

Negotiation

Leadership

Multitasking

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Credit/Collections experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Outlook

Access

Job description

Baker Distributing in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Credit and Collections Supervisor to oversee credit management, collection efforts and cash flow under the Credit Manager. This role involves extending credit, assessing risk, and guiding the collections team to minimize losses.

You will supervise collections activities, negotiate terms, and coordinate with sales and finance to ensure policy compliance and timely cash flow. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential.