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POSITION : National Credit Manager

STATUS : Full-time

LOCATION : Kohl & Frisch Limited (Concord, ON)

REPORTS TO : VP, Finance

DEPARTMENT : Finance

Founded in 1916, Kohl & Frisch Limited has a solid reputation in the healthcare industry that distinguishes it as the only national, Canadian-owned and operated wholesale distributor. A family-owned company, it is one of Canada’s leading national distributors and is the essential link between pharmaceutical manufacturers and healthcare providers. Kohl & Frisch is fully equipped to service large chain retailers, independent pharmacies, clinics, and hospitals for all their Rx, OTC, home healthcare, and front shop needs.

Primary Role of This Position

The National Credit Manager is responsible for a large and diverse portfolio requiring excellent credit risk management skills, expertise in customer security agreements along with strong process and systems knowledge. This role will collaborate with the Supervisor, Credit & Collections on setting credit policies, monitoring credit lines, and collecting on past due and problem accounts.

Major Responsibilities

• Manage credit risk of customers from small independent pharmacies to national accounts
• Evaluate potential customers’ creditworthiness and get appropriate security agreements in place
• Work closely with Sales, Customer Service, and Finance to ensure all credit related matters are addressed in a timely manner
• Establish credit policies and procedures that are consistent with industry standards and company goals
• Manage collection of accounts
• Monitor and manage customer credit limits, making recommendations for changes when necessary
• Demonstrate initiative to streamline processes and implement controls to ensure completeness, accuracy, and efficiency
• Develop and maintain positive business relationships with our customers through regular communications and personal visits to further support credit recommendations
• Prepare reports and provide analysis of credit and collections data to senior management
• Ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations related to credit and collections
• Create a strong and motivated team environment providing guidance and training as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Experience

Qualifications

Kohl & Frisch would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Kohl & Frisch Limited welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities and provides accommodation upon request for candidates taking part in the selection process.