Credit Management Team Lead: Grow & Protect Cash Flow

Brakes Food Shop; Ashford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading foodservice supplier in the UK is seeking a Team Manager for the Credit Management department. The successful candidate will lead a team responsible for managing customer credit risk to optimize cash flow while minimizing bad debt exposure. Ideal applicants should have a strong background in people management and financial assessment, possess excellent communication skills, and have strong analytical abilities. The role supports business growth through effective credit policies and stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership capabilities to manage and motivate a high-performing team.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to interpret data.
• Clear and professional communication skills for internal and external engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Credit Management specialists.
• Evaluate creditworthiness of B2B customers using financial statements.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency through AI and automation.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Delegation

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Technical proficiency in MS Excel

Tools

ERP systems

Automation tools

Job description

A leading foodservice supplier in the UK is seeking a Team Manager for the Credit Management department. The successful candidate will lead a team responsible for managing customer credit risk to optimize cash flow while minimizing bad debt exposure. Ideal applicants should have a strong background in people management and financial assessment, possess excellent communication skills, and have strong analytical abilities. The role supports business growth through effective credit policies and stakeholder management.