Assistant Credit Manager
Sheboygan Falls, WI, US, 53085
Johnsonville Location: Global Headquarters
As a member of this team, you’ll partner with other areas of the business, providing financial analysis for decision-making purposes. We’ll rely on you to report, plan and evaluate our financial results, as well as ensure our financial transactions and reports are timely, accurate and efficient. In short, you’ll help drive our exceptional financial performance.
Position Overview
At Johnsonville, our Members work together to make a big impact on our customers’ success! We’re looking for a detail-oriented, proactive problem solver to become an Assistant Credit Manager on the Finance Shared Services team.
In this role, you’ll help ensure timely payments, reduce credit risk, and build strong relationships with customers around the globe. You’ll collaborate across teams, learn the full order-to-cash process, and have opportunities to grow and lead as you shape your career. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who aspires to become a Credit Manager and wants to build a strong foundation in credit operations, with the potential to coach the Deduction Specialist Team and the Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist.
Your passion for customer service, process optimization, and continuous learning can make a big impact here. This role empowers you to drive change, coach others, and shape the future of our credit operations.
Responsibilities
- Monitor accounts receivable aging and take proactive action on overdue accounts or disputes to ensure timely collection, including daily review of orders on credit hold.
- Support and help develop the capabilities of our Credit & Collections outsourcing partner to ensure strong performance and collaboration.
- Assist in onboarding new customers by evaluating customer creditworthiness through financial analysis and credit reports for both domestic and international customers.
- Support the Credit Manager in setting and reviewing credit limits for new and existing accounts across multiple regions.
- Prepare and maintain accurate credit files and documentation in compliance with international credit laws and company policies.
- Collaborate with sales, supply chain, and finance teams to balance credit risk with business growth objectives.
- Actively partner with cross-functional teams while learning and supporting the order-to-cash process.
- Assist in developing and implementing credit policies and procedures for multi-country markets.
- Prepare AR/Credit monthly metric reporting with the ability to analyze and provide insights for leadership.
- Provide backup support for the Credit Manager and AR cash posting activities, ensuring accurate payment application while contributing to strategic credit initiatives.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, preferred
- OR Associate’s degree combined with a minimum of 8 years progressive relevant experience
- Credit-related Certifications (Collections, Credit, and International) a plus
Experience
- Minimum 5 years in credit, collections, or accounts receivable, required
- Exposure to international/global AR processes, strongly preferred
- Strong ERP systems experience required (SAP preferred)
- Proven success in leading and developing a team, required
- Experience in the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry preferred
- Familiarity with trade promotion management systems and their integration with AR is a plus
- Knowledge of international credit laws and trade compliance is a plus
Skills
- Ability to build networks and collaborate outside the organization within shared groups
- Strong problem-solving ability with a focus on continuous improvement
- Assertive, with excellent negotiation skills and ability to perform under pressure
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills—able to engage customers and stakeholders professionally
- Detail-oriented to ensure accuracy and compliance in credit reports, contracts, and policies
- Decisive decision-making skills for credit approvals, setting limits, and negotiating terms
- Leadership mindset with team development skills; acts as a change agent with a global perspective and customer focus
- Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft Office products
- Ambition to grow and lead within the organization
Other Requirements
- Travel: Not a ton, less than 10% of your time
Benefits and Compensation
Members have potential for a monthly bonus and 401k with a company match. Members also have access to terrific benefits including affordable medical, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; and fertility and adoption assistance. Johnsonville also offers competitive paid time off, including paid parental time off, as well as access to the 24/7 onsite fitness center, and onsite medical clinic! Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
Applicants must be eligible to work in the country where this job is located, without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
About our Company
Since 1945, our family-owned band of sausage-makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave-able sausage. Today, we are 4,000+ Members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally. We call it The Johnsonville Way. It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself!
Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability.
We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.
Nearest Major Market: Sheboygan
Nearest Secondary Market: Green Bay