Credit Risk Manager

Mutiara Damansara, Selangor, Malaysia

Job Description


AstraZeneca is a global, innovation-driven BioPharmaceutical business that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world\xe2\x80\x99s most serious disease. But we\xe2\x80\x99re more than one of the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading pharmaceutical companies.

Join a team that supports the delivery of life-changing medicines for patients by enabling the rest of the business to run effectively and harness our transformative science. We\xe2\x80\x99re on a journey of growth and evolution \xe2\x80\x93 to find better ways to translate value for the business and our patients.

This role is part of a global Order To Cash (\xe2\x80\x9cO2C\xe2\x80\x9d) team which sits within a Global Finance Services (\xe2\x80\x9cGFS\xe2\x80\x9d) function which in turn is within AstraZeneca\xe2\x80\x99s Global Business Services (\xe2\x80\x9cGBS\xe2\x80\x9d) function. The O2C team has two key elements, the design team with ownership for the global processes and the operational delivery element. This role is in the latter team but we work together as one team.

The role holder reports to the Associate Director Credit Risk and is responsible for supporting with the management of the global credit risk management process such as; credit reviews, portfolio strategy & the management of circa 50,000 customers including credit blocked order management and securities administration.

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do

  • Manage a team of Credit Analysts and process service delivery to KPI\xe2\x80\x99s. Driving performance to target, providing leadership, and ensuring effective delivery through the service provider\xe2\x80\x99s organization.
  • Assist with the maintenance and creation of reporting both internally and from other stakeholders.
  • Identifies improvements and implements change with clear outcomes of improvement and standardisation.
  • Managing portfolio risk and escalating problems accordingly. Strong ability to resolve issues and implement change as required.
  • Support compliance and internal audit activities around controls.
  • Leads process improvement for own area and can demonstrate measurable improvement year on year
  • Clear focus on end-to-end process performance across the enterprise. Builds and maintains strong enterprise partnership for delivery (Finance, IT and the wider business).
  • Ensuring all credit decisions are accurately reflected in appropriate systems to maintain robust operational control.
  • Manage account status, credit alerts, and agree joint plan with relevant stakeholders.
  • Provide support with regard to insurance and dead debt provisions.
  • Interface with external partners and or customers
Essential for the role
  • Degree in business, accounting, and finance.
  • Team management experience.
  • To have a comprehensive knowledge of financial accounting i.e., balance sheet, income statements .and cash flow statements and any other relevant information to make decisions independent of credit reference agency scores.
  • Significant experience in B2B credit risk management as well as corporate accounts with a strong understanding of B2B credit risk principles.
  • An understanding of and the ability to communicate credit issues to all levels of the organisation.
  • Knowledge and experience of SAP.
  • Track record of driving simplification & continuous improvement across key business processes.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
  • Experience of driving issue resolution across complex system & process landscapes.
  • Able to communicate at all levels within the organisation and with strong communication and stakeholder management drive a change agenda to delivery and benefits.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with strong skills in Excel & Power BI.
Desirable for the role
  • Experience within Pharmaceutical industry exposure or within a financial services organisation as team leader
  • SME portfolio management
  • Has experience managing credit risk related to credit sales and orders on hold processes.
  • Understanding of credit reference agency scoring process.
  • Experience of working in a shared service centre across a global /large organisation will be an added advantage
  • Has experience of activity transition from local countries to the shared services organization.
  • Understanding of letters of credit, bank guarantees and corporate guarantees
  • Sovereign Risk experience.
  • Be self-motivated, proactive, and work quickly and independently with little direct supervision
  • Have strong analytical, critical thinking, problem solving, communication and collaboration skills.
Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we\xe2\x80\x99re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There\xe2\x80\x99s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We\xe2\x80\x99re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

Date Posted 19-Apr-2023

Closing Date 18-May-2023

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD939270
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Mutiara Damansara, Selangor, Malaysia
  • Education
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