Credit Manager

About the role

An established international business in the premium drinks sector is seeking an experienced Credit Manager to lead its regional Credit, Collections and Order‑to‑Cash function across the UK and South East Asia. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, the role offers high visibility and the chance to influence working capital performance across multiple business units.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the regional credit and collections strategy across multiple business units.
• Improve cash flow, reduce aged debt and enhance working capital performance.
• Manage customer credit risk, set credit limits and monitor exposure.
• Drive Order‑to‑Cash cycle improvements through process optimisation and reporting enhancements.
• Partner with Finance, Sales, Customer Service and Operations teams to resolve issues and improve collection outcomes.
• Provide insight and reporting to senior leadership on cash performance, risk and collections activity.
• Lead, develop and mentor the Credit and Collections team.
• Work fully onsite, attending the office five days per week.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Credit Manager, Head of Credit, Order‑to‑Cash Manager or similar senior credit leadership role.
• Strong expertise in credit risk management, collections and Order‑to‑Cash processes.
• Track record of improving cash flow, reducing aged debt and delivering working‑capital improvements.
• Experience leading and developing high‑performing teams.
• Excellent stakeholder‑management skills with the ability to influence senior commercial and finance leaders.
• Background in a fast‑paced commercial environment.
• Exposure to FMCG, wholesale, distribution, luxury retail or drinks sectors is advantageous.

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary up to £70,000 per year.
• Opportunity to lead an international Credit and Order‑to‑Cash function.
• High‑visibility role with direct exposure to the Finance Director and senior leadership team.
• Chance to drive change, influence strategy and improve business performance.
• Long‑term career prospects within a growing international business.