Job Description

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Description
Lead the management of credit risk for trade receivables by overseeing credit policies, underwriting complex credit relationships, and developing a high-performing credit team. Partner closely with store and field leaders to balance customer needs with sound credit decisions, while leveraging lien and bond rights to mitigate risk and improve collections. The ideal candidate brings strong business credit underwriting expertise, proven leadership experience, and exceptional communication skills. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact and grow your career, we encourage you to apply today.

What's in it For You:

Competitive compensation to reflect your experience.
State-of-the-art workspaces and amenities in the heart of downtown Fargo.
A comprehensive benefits package that supports your well-being. For more details and to view these offerings, visit RDO's benefits page. https://www.rdoequipment.com/careers/benefits.
A company that lives by its core values: they're not just words on a wall - they're how we work, grow, and lead. Click here to learn more. (https://www.rdoequipment.com/about-rdo/core-values).

What You Will Do:

Lead & Develop the Team: Guide, coach, and develop a high performing team while fostering a positive, collaborative, and results-driven work environment.
Lead the Credit Risk Management Strategy: Develop, implement and continuously improve credit policies, procedures, and underwriting practices for the trade receivables portfolio, including maximizing the use of credit scoring tools and technology.
Oversee Complex Credit Decisions: Lead the review and underwriting of large credit requests while implementing lien and bond rights strategies and maintaining sound credit practices that mitigate risk and drive profitable growth.
Partner with Leadership: Build strong relationships with field leadership to communicate customer credit risks, provide guidance on credit-related matters, and maintain strong working relationships across operations, accounting, and management teams.
Demonstrate Leadership: Ensure ethical business practices are followed, promote continuous process improvement, uphold the company's Core Values, and maintain a positive reputation with customers, employees, and community stakeholders.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

What You Will Need:

Education & Experience: 5+ years of experience managing a business credit underwriting function with senior-level finance experience within a retail environment.
Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead initiatives, develop teams, and influence cross-functional partners.
Professional Communication: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Valid Work Authorization: Candidates must have valid work authorization and be able to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.

Why You'll Love it Here:

Business Impact: Play a visible role in helping leaders make informed decisions by turning financial data into insights that directly influence business performance.
Values-Driven Organization: Join a company that prioritizes integrity, accuracy, and doing the right thing.
Meaningful Impact: Lead and influence decisions that ensure accurate, timely, and useful financial information for leaders across the organization.
Collaborative Culture: Be part of a team-driven environment that values thoughtful analysis, open communication, and shared accountability.
A Dynamic Environment: Where no two days are the same.
A Supportive Team: That's as invested in your success as their own as well as opportunities to build on camaraderie throughout the year.
Opportunities To: Grow, learn, and lead in the industry.