Job Description

Overview



It's an exciting time to work at Tricon - come discover why we've been certified as a Great Place to Work! Our business has been built on a foundation of perseverance, teamwork, and some of the industry's top talent. Tricon's company philosophy is rooted in a culture of independence and accountability, and we're looking for innovative employees that are ready to help us grow in fast-paced, dynamic markets.






About us: Tricon is an industry leader in the global commodity trade and distribution market. In our 28+ years in business, we have grown to become one of the largest privately held companies in Houston, TX, and recognized as the world's 3rd largest chemical distributor by ICIS. Our diverse team of more than 750 employees across 25+ offices worldwide add value to our customers and partners by providing logistic, risk management, financing, and market intelligence services. We strive to enhance international commerce through the physical movement and marketing of industrial petrochemicals, polymers, fuels, and raw materials. By providing our suppliers and customers with streamlined services, they are able to focus on their core business.

Responsibilities:




• Manage credit related activities for assigned products/regions
• Assess and evaluate current and new business opportunities
• Provide support to senior management in risk assessment and decision making
• Liaise with Traders, Customers, and Banks to discuss credit matters and resolve issues
• Analyze customer financial statements to authorize or recommend credit limits
• Request and review third party credit reports and credit references
• Visit customers to assess credit worthiness
• Monitor exposure, release orders and manage collections of their own portfolio
• Prepare and review reports to monitor exposures
• Uphold internal credit policies and procedures




Experience & Qualifications:



• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field required
• Min 5 years of experience in a credit role
• Fluent in English. French is highly desirable.
• Highly analytical and able to problem solve
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Detail oriented
• Comfortable being assertive and making tough decisions
• Thrives in a fast paced environment
• Strong technical proficiency in Excel
• Familiarity with business intelligence tools and ERP systems (JD Edwards, Oracle BI, is a plus)





Tricon is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment