Highlands Drinks Limited, a pioneer in the East African beverage industry with a 69-year history, is seeking an experienced Credit Manager to be based in Nyeri. The role is responsible for overseeing the credit function, managing customer receivables, and aligning credit frameworks with the company's growth objectives. The successful candidate will lead the Credit Control team and provide strategic financial insights to senior management.
Key Responsibilities
Credit Frameworks: Develop and implement customer-specific credit frameworks aligned to business growth objectives.
Commercial Support: Partner with Sales and Commercial teams on credit terms, pricing, and growth agreements.
Receivables Management: Drive improvements in cash conversion, collections performance, and receivables management.
Risk Monitoring: Monitor customer exposure, overdue accounts, and high-risk portfolios.
Policy Enforcement: Enforce credit governance, policies, limits, and escalation procedures.
Reporting: Develop dashboards and reports on aging, collections, and customer receivables.
Team Leadership: Lead, coach, and develop the Credit Control team for high performance.
Management Support: Support senior management with insights on working capital and key accounts.
Qualifications and Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience: 5–8 years’ experience in Credit Management, Commercial Finance, or Working Capital Management.
Sector Experience: Experience in FMCG, Manufacturing, or Distribution environments is highly preferred.
Professional Certifications: Qualification such as CPA, ACCA, or equivalent is an added advantage.
Systems Knowledge: Strong understanding of ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Dynamics.
Key Competencies
Strategic thinking and commercial judgment.
Strong analytical and reporting skills.
Stakeholder management and influencing skills.
High ownership and accountability.
Leadership and people development.
Strong execution discipline and resilience.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the Highlands Drinks Limited recruitment portal at recruitment.highlandske.com before the deadline on May 8, 2026.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications online through the Highlands Drinks Limited recruitment portal at https://www.myjobmag.co.ke/apply-now/1217653. Ensure your application is submitted no later than May 8, 2026.
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