Richards Building Supply Co.

Credit Manager

Richards Building Supply Co.  •  Homer Glen, IL (Onsite)  •  21 days ago
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Job Description

We’re looking for a skilled Credit Manager who can balance smart risk management with strong business partnership. In this role, you’ll directly protect company assets while helping our branches grow—working closely with operations, sales, and customers to make informed credit decisions that keep business moving.

If you enjoy analyzing risk, solving complex problems, and building relationships across teams, this is a high-impact opportunity to make a difference.

What You'll Do:

    Credit Risk & Decision Making

  • Evaluate customer creditworthiness and establish appropriate credit limits
  • Analyze financial statements, credit reports, and payment trends
  • Make timely, sound credit decisions aligned with company risk tolerance
  • Monitor job activity, track project-level risk, and manage notice & lien deadlines
  • Collections & Accounts Receivable

  • Drive collections performance and reduce past-due balances (ADP, DSO)
  • Manage customer accounts, disputes, and escalations
  • Ensure consistent and proactive follow-up across your portfolio
  • Branch & Sales Partnership

  • Partner closely with Branch Managers and Sales teams to support growth
  • Communicate credit decisions clearly and confidently
  • Balance risk mitigation with excellent customer relationships

What You Bring:

  • Experience in credit management, collections, or accounts receivable
  • Strong financial analysis and risk assessment skills
  • Working knowledge of construction lien laws, bond claims, waivers, and UCC filings (highly preferred)
  • Ability to make confident decisions in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience collaborating across teams (operations, sales, finance)Proficiency with ERP systems and A/R tools
  • Strong organization, urgency, and follow-through
  • A solutions-oriented mindset with excellent problem-solving skills
  • Clear, professional communication skills

What Sets You Apart:

  • You don’t just say “no”—you find ways to enable good business safely
  • You’re comfortable balancing customer relationships with firm credit practices
  • You thrive in an environment where every decision has real business impact

Why Join Us:

  • High-visibility role with direct impact on company performance
  • Collaborative culture partnering with branch leadership and sales teams
  • Opportunity to grow your expertise in credit, risk, and construction finance

Benefits:

    We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support you at work and at home:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  • Life and Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Career Growth & Development Opportunities
  • Stable, growing company with a team-oriented culture
Richards Building Supply Co.

About Richards Building Supply Co.

Richards Building Supply is a wholesale distributor of building materials, operating 60+ locations across 12 states.

Richards Building Supply is a wholesale distributor with 60+ locations across 12 states. Richards stocks a complete line of products including roofing, siding, windows, doors, decking, cabinets, moulding, soffits, rainware, and more.

Industry
Wholesale & Distribution
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Unknown
Year Founded
1978
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