The Associate II/Credit Risk Specialist,supports mitigating customer credit risk by working with Moody’s Credit Catalyst system to set credit limits for new and existing customers.  Monitors prepayment orders to ensure customer payment are received in advance of shipment. Assists business partners with the structuring of non-standard terms and conditions.  Maintains Nordson’s AR Master Data integrity. Position requires an individual who has broad knowledge of analyzing credit risk to ensure limited exposure to Nordson Corporation.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

Works with Moody’s Credit Catalyst to ensure credit limit logic is performing according to Nordson standards.Monitor customer prepayment orders and reviews for payment. Ensures prompt application of payment to invoice so that order may be released appropriatelyInteract with customers, both internally and externally to identify and resolve outstanding issues in a timely and professional mannerMaintain AR Master Data integrity by monitoring invoice failures and addressing root cause issue with the appropriate support groupsEnsure customer accounts are assigned to appropriate collectors and customer risk categories are accurate to maintain consistent treatment of like customersPerforms other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements

Education:

Requires High School Diploma or GED; Associate or Bachelor degree preferred

Experience:

Minimum 2 years relevant experience is required with an Associate degreeMinimum 4 years relevant experience is required without a degreeStrong background in credit extension

Preferred Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of financial statements, credit reports and credit referencesGeneral knowledge of changing economic conditionsKnowledge in use of personal computer and PC Software (Microsoft Office)Knowledge of SAPBankruptcy and Security Agreement and UCC1 management and filingSuperior written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skillsSuperior organizational, decision-making and follow-up skillsAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionAbility to adjust to flexible environmentAbility to problem solve through technical and analytical analysisStrong skills in experience and improvisation through the use of innovative thinkingExperience in the Manufacturing industry a plusOutstanding customer focus including attributes of empathy, compassion and service orientationPassionate and high energy which can assist in selling future vision to customersStrong detail orientation, with focus on data qualityAdaptability/flexibility which includes being open to change and conducting business differentlyFocused on continuous learning and developing new skills

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Office environment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Required

  None

  Minimal

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Nordson Corporation provides equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees.  No person is to be discriminated against in any aspect of the employment relationship due to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status, marital status, veteran status or any other reason prohibited by law.

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of our pre-employment drug screening and background/criminal check, consistent with applicable laws.