Credit Manager

About Greater Omaha

Greater Omaha has been in the beef business since 1920. An uncompromising commitment to quality has been our hallmark since day one, constantly at the forefront of innovation in food safety and humane treatment of animals. Today, we ship beef to every U.S. state and over 70 countries around the globe.

Why Join Greater Omaha?

This is an opportunity to join a well-established organization where the Credit Manager will have a direct impact on cash flow, credit risk, customer relationships, and overall financial performance.

For over 100 years, Greater Omaha has built a culture of growth, opportunity, and community involvement. We provide opportunities to build a career with a company known for promoting from within, investing in employee development, and making a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work. Here's a few reasons why employees choose Greater Omaha:

• Competitive pay with opportunities for advancement
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Education reimbursement for employees
• Tuition and scholarship opportunities for dependents
• Childcare assistance
• Career growth within one of the nation's leading beef processors

Position Summary 

The Credit Manager is responsible for evaluating customer creditworthiness, managing collections activities, monitoring accounts receivable, and supporting cash application and claims processes. This role helps minimize credit risk, improve cash flow, and maintain positive customer relationships while ensuring compliance with company credit policies. The Credit Manager works closely with Sales, Operations, Shipping, and Management to resolve customer account issues and support business objectives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate new and existing customer creditworthiness and establish appropriate credit limits and payment terms.
• Review financial statements, credit reports, payment history, and trade references.
• Manage collections and monitor accounts receivable aging and DSO.
• Make recommendations regarding credit holds, credit limits, and payment arrangements.
• Oversee cash applications, unapplied cash, customer deductions, and claims.
• Maintain accurate customer credit files and account information.
• Work closely with Sales, Operations, Shipping, and Management to resolve customer account issues.
• Monitor credit exposure and identify potential credit risks.
• Prepare credit and accounts receivable reports for Management.
• Assist with improving credit department processes, procedures, reporting, and systems.

Requirements & Preferred Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in commercial credit, collections, accounts receivable, or a related field.
• Credit management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong financial statement analysis and credit evaluation skills.
• Excellent collection, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems preferred.
• Food, meat, manufacturing, distribution, or agricultural industry experience is a plus.

Work Environment

This role is primarily performed in a professional office environment within a manufacturing facility. Employees may occasionally enter production areas and be exposed to varying environmental conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, noise, and moving mechanical equipment. Appropriate safety procedures and personal protective equipment (PPE) must be followed when entering production areas.

Benefits and Perks 

At Greater Omaha Packing, we invest in our employees by offering a competitive benefits package, including:

• Competitive pay with opportunities for advancement
• Weekly Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Dependent Education Reimbursement Program
• Dependent Scholarship Program
• Childcare Assistance
• Employee Discounts
• On-Site Bank
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Wellness Resources and Employee Support Programs
• Paid Community Volunteer Opportunities
• Career Development Opportunities

Benefits eligibility and plan details are subject to company policy and plan provisions.