Posted:
7/28/2024, 5:00:00 PM
Location(s):
Georgia, United States ⋅ Alpharetta, Georgia, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Sales & Account Management
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Summary
The Stop Loss Collections Specialist will work with all levels of the field organizations, Law Department, Collection Agency and outside counsel to mitigate losses, improve days receivables outstanding (DRO) and monies over 60 on files escalated from Lease and Rental Collection Areas (e.g., negotiate work-outs/payment plans, reduce exposure through elimination of services and early termination of equipment contracts, make termination decisions and interface with third party collection agencies/attorneys). If a loss occurs or an account files for bankruptcy, this position is responsible for leading all interfaces with the customer until final resolution is achieved (eliminate non-contractual services, obtain additional security, negotiate cures, etc.). This position is responsible for all defaulted and bankrupt accounts up to $500K in at risk accounts receivable.
Essential Functions
Negotiate action plans on defaulted/high risk customer accounts with third party collection agencies and attorneys based on the (un)willingness and/or ability to pay Ryder in acceptable terms and minimize loss potential. Decision authority on accounts up to $500K in at risk accounts receivable. Make settlement decisions on offers from debtors less than full recovery.
Review and analyze financial and credit bureau data, customer account and collections history and operational reporting (margins, services rendered, specialized equipment) to determine level of risk and strategize collections approach.
Additional Responsibilities
Work with customers and all levels of operational/sales management to mitigate losses, improve receivables metrics (DRO/Bad Debt/dollars past due) and save customer relationships.
Direct all actions on defaults, terminations and bankruptcies.
Analyze all available financial/credit/operational data to effectively plan and execute collections strategies.
Manage documentation and communication interface with third party collections/attorneys in order to effectively pursue write-off accounts and maximize recoveries.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Skills and Abilities
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to communicate with all levels of management, customers, and attorneys
Effective negotiation skills
Effective negotiation skills to drive positive outcomes for the Company (maximize recoveries, minimize losses)
Understand computer hardware and software, especially word processing, spreadsheets, and email
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of applications
Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)Develop solid working relationships with Field Operations, Sales, Finance, Legal, external customers, and collection agencies/law firms
Ability to make major, complex, or frequent decisions
Necessity to make informed decisions in the best interests of the Company in a fast paced and sometimes stressful environment
Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment
Self-motivated individual focused on achieving results and driving positive outcomes
Maintains composure under pressure
Manage conflict and maintain professionalism in a stressful environment
Qualifications
Associate's degree required in accounting, finance or general business
Five (5) years or more in commercial collections required
DOT Regulated
No
Job Category
Credit & CollectionsRyder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
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Website: https://ryder.com/
Headquarter Location: Miami, Florida, United States
Employee Count: 10001+
Year Founded: 1933
IPO Status: Public
Industries: Fleet Management ⋅ Logistics ⋅ Supply Chain Management ⋅ Transportation