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*PDM Steel Service Centers *is a recognized western states steel preprocessing and distribution leader. We are seeking qualified candidates for the full-time position of Credit Manager at our distribution center in Woodland, Washington. With nine branches in five states, PDM Steel offers a positive work environment, competitive salary, and an excellent benefit package.

Our parent company, Reliance, Inc. (NYSE:RS), is a leading global diversified metals and industrial solutions provider, a proud member of the Fortune 500, and the largest metals service center company in North America.

Position Description:

Responsible for managing the overall credit and collection function for the branch. Carries out the credit responsibilities of the position in accordance with established credit policies, reviews and credit decision strategy as guided and directed by the General Manager and Corporate Office CFO & VP of Finance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide high quality analytical skills in the investigation and/or verification of prospective customer's credit and financial status. Prepare supporting documents to substantiate findings. Make credit decisions to accept or reject applicant's request for credit based on findings and company credit policy.
• Establish credit limits on customer accounts, using high quality analytical review and decision making. Responsibility of credit policy enforcement.
• Thorough review of internal and external credit/collections reports to ascertain status of outstanding balances and result of collection efforts. Evaluate the effectiveness of current credit and collection effort compared to company policy and goals.
• Review delinquent accounts considered to be uncollectible to ensure the maximum collection efforts have been taken.
• Coordinate with external and internal credit resources, including other Reliance Companies, to maintain accounts receivable at appropriate defined risk levels.
• Coordinate the use of external collection agencies and attorneys.
• Timely review of daily customer orders for credit release or hold.
• Responsible for accounts receivable, billing and customer cash application processes.
• Travel to customer sites when necessary to promote communication and problem solving.
• Comply with all credit and company policies.

Competencies:

• Analytical/Mathematical Skills -- Possess advanced mathematical and analytical skills to complement decision-making process and to, ultimately, minimize credit risk exposure.
• Written & Oral Communication -- Expresses ideas effectively, face to face, in writing, on the phone, in both group and individual situations. Adjusts language and terminology to the needs of the audience. Must be skilled with Microsoft Office Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Planning & Organizing -- Ability to prioritize and plan work activities; uses time efficiently. Develops and executes realistic action plans. Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work priorities with enthusiasm. Must be able to meet established deadlines and goals.
• Judgment -- Applies sound and accurate judgment; makes timely decisions. Considers the impact of decisions on others.
• Interpersonal Skills -- Relates well to a wide range of people. Easily builds constructive and effective relationships with others. Effectively uses diplomacy and tact. Ability to supervise and manage others. Ability to deal effectively with a diversity of individuals at all organizational levels. Cross-functional leadership with Administrative, Sales, Finance, and Operational departments in order to meet company goals and issue resolution.

Experience

Must have a minimum of 7 years experience in credit and collections with 5 years experience as Credit Mana