About this role
At Brenntag, we value collaboration, integrity, and innovation. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a tangible impact on our financial processes and contribute to a culture that prioritizes efficiency and strong partnerships.
The Senior Credit Control Specialist plays a key role in managing customer credit risk and ensuring effective control of outstanding balances. The role combines operational leadership, credit risk expertise, and stakeholder management to support order fulfillment while minimizing bad debt exposure. By driving continuous improvements and developing the team, the position contributes to operational excellence and sustainable financial performance.
Your Role
Control and monitor outstanding balances, credit risks, and bad debt exposure in line with company policies and accounting standards
Lead and oversee daily credit control activities to ensure accurate and timely execution
Review and approve customer credit terms and assess ongoing credit risk exposure
Analyze and review monthly credit control metrics and KPIs to ensure data accuracy and performance monitoring
Ensure timely payment of debts and actively participate in the provision of doubtful debts
Work closely with Sales, Logistics, and Management to resolve credit issues and meet order release and shipping cut-off deadlines
Set team KPIs, monitor performance, and develop team members through coaching and guidance
Drive continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
Ensure compliance with accounting principles, service levels, and internal controls
Manage escalations and communicate risks and issues to key stakeholders
Your Profile
Proven experience in Credit Control, Accounting, or Accounts Receivable
Proven experience in a shared services environment
Advanced knowledge of ERP systems and MS Office tools
Excellent leadership, organizational, and analytical skills
Strong business partnering and stakeholder management capabilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
Italian speaking
Our Offer
Work in an international environment within a market-leading company
A real impact on business processes and shaping the growth strategy in Poland
A high degree of independence, with the freedom to take initiatives and make decisions
A comprehensive benefits package, including private medical care, life insurance, and a sports card
Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.
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Other facts
About Brenntag
Brenntag is the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution and holds a central role in connecting customers and suppliers of the chemical industry. Headquartered in Essen, Germany, we have more than 18,100 employees worldwide and operate a network of around 600 sites in more than 70 countries. In 2024, the company generated sales of €16.2 billion.
The two global divisions, Brenntag Essentials and Brenntag Specialties, provide a diversified and broad portfolio of industrial and specialty chemicals and ingredients as well as tailor-made application, marketing and supply chain solutions, technical and formulation support, comprehensive regulatory know-how and digital solutions for a wide range of industries.
Brenntag pursues an ambitious sustainability agenda and is committed to sustainable solutions in its own sector and the industries served. Brenntag SE shares have been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2010 and have been part of the DAX since September 2021. In addition, the Brenntag SE shares are listed in the DAX 30 ESG and DAX ESG Target.
What you'll do
- The Senior Credit Control Specialist manages customer credit risk and outstanding balances while ensuring effective control in line with company policies. This role involves leading daily credit control activities, analyzing metrics, and collaborating with various departments to resolve credit issues.
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