Accelerated Credit Associate at Ferguson

Overview

Ferguson is a leading value-added distributor in North America providing expertise, solutions, and products. From infrastructure, plumbing, and appliances to HVAC, fire, fabrication, and more, we exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations.

We are excited to offer a great opportunity to join the credit team as an Accelerated Credit Associate
!

The Accelerated Credit Associate (ACA) program is designed to accelerate your career in credit by teaching you the basics. We will provide mentoring, coaching and on-the-job learning with a strong commitment by our credit leadership team to be there for you every step of the way. This program is designed for individuals who are new to the workforce or transitioning into a professional career.

Whether you just graduated or have a few years of experience, we’ll help you build a strong foundation in credit and customer relations.

This is an 8–12 month program where the associate participates in the operation of the business, including time in the warehouse, on the sales counter, riding with delivery drivers, shadowing operations, visiting and/or leading meetings with customers, and learning the technical aspects of extending trade credit.

The core competencies taught include:

• Systems and processes
• Understanding of Sales Process
• Collections Management
• Credit Management
• Customer Relations and Visitation
• Secondary Security
• Uniform Commercial Code

Upon successful completion of the program, the associate will have an entry-level working knowledge of how to extend credit to trade professionals and build customer relationships.

• Ideal for recent graduates or professionals with 0–3 years of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, but equivalent work experience will be considered.
• Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced, customer service driven company with a strong desire to enter a career credit development program.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills including face-to-face conversations, conversations by phone, and presenting in front of groups.
• Ability to build relationships with high emotional intelligence and people skills is a must.
• Willingness to learn and be part of a team. Eagerness to learn and grow within a structured development program.

This is more than a job — it’s the start of a career. The Credit Manager will own a portfolio of accounts with millions in accounts receivable, where they will be responsible for the extension of credit and collection of the A/R. They will be expected to be engaged in the business, build relationships with customers and sales, visit customers on an ongoing basis, and grow business while achieving an acceptable return on receivables investment.

The Credit Manager will report to the Area Credit Manager.

A successful and highly functioning Credit Manager will move forward into the Area Credit Manager role, where A/R responsibilities will increase and there is an opportunity to manage people.

Ferguson is a nationwide company. Your initial training location will be based in Chandler, AZ for the first 8–12 months. You must be open to relocation after your training program. The ability to be open to living in a new location and being adventurous is required. We will provide a relocation allowance at that time. We can consider the region you prefer or open across the US.

We care for our associates and support their well-being. Our benefits plans cover mental, physical and financial well-being, including health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with company match, plus additional inclusivive enhancements such as mental health coverage, family-building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more.

Pay Range: $24.23 - $32.31

Estimated Ranges displayed are Monthly for Salaried roles
or
Hourly for all other roles.

This role is eligible for Bonus or Incentive Plan.

Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statements

The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.

Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employer F/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.