Credit Specialist

Farwest SteelEugene, OR

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Hello prospective employee, we appreciate you taking the time to learn about Farwest and this Credit Specialist Position!

About Farwest :

Farwest Steel Corporation has been the preeminent metal solutions choice within the greater Western United States since 1956. Farwest’s products and services offer customers the ability to consolidate many suppliers into one effective solution. We have over 600 employees located in 7 Western States.

As a company, Farwest strives to offer our employees a safe, innovative, creative, fun, diverse and team-based atmosphere that supports our vision : to be the preeminent metal solutions provider in the Western United States. Our goal is to create a performance-based culture staffed with highly motivated and satisfied employees

Benefits :

Benefits include : Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, FSA, HRA, HSA, EAP, company paid Life Insurance & STD, and 401K with 3.5% Match
We offer full benefits with options to suit everyone
Incentive based on corporate performance
Tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities
Compensation will be based on knowledge, skills, and ability

About this position :

Job Type : Full Time, Onsite

Schedule : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00AM - 5 : 00PM

Starting Wage : $22.00 - $25.00, depending on experience

Farwest Steel's Credit department seeks a knowledgeable and dependable individual to join their team as Credit Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for managing accounts receivable, evaluating customer creditworthiness, ensuring timely collections, and fostering strong customer relationships. By analyzing financial data, negotiating payment terms, and collaborating with internal teams, you will play a key role in maintaining cash flow, minimizing risk, and supporting the company’s financial success.

Key Responsibilities for this role include :

Evaluate credit applications and determine the creditworthiness of applicants based on financial data, credit scores, and other relevant information

Analyze financial statements, credit reports, and other financial information to assess the risk associated with extending credit to customers or clients

Contact customers via phone, email, or mail to secure payment on overdue accounts

Negotiate payment plans and terms with customers to facilitate timely repayment

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all collection activities and communications with customers

Analyze delinquent accounts and recommend actions to resolve outstanding balances

Collaborate with sales teams and other departments to resolve credit issues and ensure a positive customer experience

Maintain aging reports that meet corporate benchmarks for collectability

Maintain an organized system to keep customer files up to date

Communicate with team members and management when changes occur to customers’ financial status

Assist with departmental projects that drive overall corporate success

Meet with customers

Minimum Qualifications :

High School diploma required

Proven credit collections experience

Sense of discretion and willingness to maintain strict confidentiality of pertinent and sensitive information

Strong communication skills

Ability to multi task and manage time

Adept at negotiation and possess a strong business acumen

Ability to research financial information and present data to team and management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Experience with Oracle preferred

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