03 sep
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Andes Global Trading
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Bogotá
03 sep
Andes Global Trading
Bogotá
About Andes
Founded in ****, Andes Global Trading is a leader for the Americas in the frozen and refrigerated meat trading industry, focusing on pork, beef, poultry, seafood and vegetables.
Our offices, customers, and vendors are located around the region and the globe, including 25 countries we sell to and more than 20 countries we currently buy from.
Position Summary
The Credit and Collections Manager is responsible for leading the credit and collections function across the company.
This role oversees credit approvals, ensures alignment with company policy and risk tolerance, and manages customer payment performance across all markets.
The manager will supervise two team members, act as a business partner to the sales and finance teams, and work closely with external stakeholders including insurers, banks, and key customers.
This is a hands‐on leadership role that requires strong analytical capabilities, people‐management skills, and the ability to make sound credit decisions in a high‐transaction, fast‐paced environment.
At Andes we are proud to be a hands‐on, fast‐moving, and entrepreneurial company.
The idóneo candidate thrives in a fast‐moving environment, has an entrepreneurial mindset, is a great cultural fit, and brings the appropriate structure to ambiguous, often rapidly changing environments.
Key Accountabilities
Credit Risk Management & Strategy
Oversee and evaluate new and existing customer credit lines in accordance with company policies and credit insurance requirements.
Make credit approval decisions or elevate them to the Credit Committee as appropriate.
Maintain and continuously improve credit policy and procedures to support business growth while minimizing risk.
Analyze customer financials, payment history,
and industry trends to determine creditworthiness.
Collections Oversight
Lead proactive collection efforts across all customer accounts.
Monitor aging reports and ensure timely resolution of past‐due balances.
Establish strong communication channels with Sales, Customer Service, and external clients to address payment issues.
Escalate high‐risk accounts and manage complex recovery situations, including legal collection strategies when required.
Reporting & Analysis
Generate and analyze A/R reports, DSO, and credit exposure metrics; identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Provide regular updates to the CFO and leadership team on A/R status and portfolio risks.
Ensure data accuracy and compliance with internal controls and reporting standards.
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Lead, mentor, and develop two Credit and Collections Assistants.
Foster cross‐functional collaboration with Sales, Logistics, Accounting, and external insurance/banking partners.
Champion Andes' values across all credit and collections operations.
Required Experience and Skills
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
Minimum 6–8 years of relevant experience in credit, collections, or accounts receivable.
At least 2 years of team leadership experience.
Proven success managing large portfolios and high‐volume transactions in an international or B2B environment.
Strong analytical, decision‐making, and negotiation skills.
Hands‐on experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and reporting tools.
100% bilingual – English and Spanish, written and verbal.
Experience working with credit insurance companies, international customers, and cross‐border transactions is a strong plus.
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📌 Credit And Collections Manager (Bogotá)
🏢 Andes Global Trading
📍 Bogotá