Job Description

A Place Where People Matter.

Start your career journey with Univar Solutions! Here you can make an impact on the world around you and accelerate your career in areas that energize and excite you.

Primary Purpose:

Collects and manages receivables and credit risk within prescribed scope of responsibility Maintains the goodwill of customers to foster a long-term relationship Protect Univar's investment in accounts receivable Handles a moderate volume of mid-sized balance customer accounts that have a moderate number of transactions

What You'll Do:

Maximize the cash turnover of an assigned accounts receivable portfolio Follow-up and collect past due balances within assigned portfolio as well as transmit invoices through customer's chosen EDI connectivity partner (i.e. Cortex, ARIBA, OpenInvoice). Independently research, investigate and resolve receivable issues - including unapplied payments, disputed transactions, EDI transmission issues and deficiencies in back-up documentation High degree of telephone and email communication with customers, customer service team, sales team and others to problem solve, facilitate payment of invoices, ensure successful EDI transmissions and address credit issues Extend and revise credit limits to existing and new customers within assigned credit authority Proactively monitor credit risk and minimize exposure to write-offs and bad debts within assigned portfolio Make quick and decisive credit decisions within authority level Develop positive working relationship with customers and on-going communication with the sales and customer service teams Proactively reviews all "on-hold" orders and works closely with customers, sales and customer service to ensure quick resolution and timely release of orders Meet assigned targets Other duties as required

What You'll Need:

Bachelor's Degree or College Diploma 2 to 5 years of experience in commercial credit and collections Graduate of or actively enrolled in the Credit Institute of Canada's Certified Credit Professional program would be considered an asset Little to moderate experience with EDI systems (i.e Cortex, ARIBA, OpenInvoice) Excellent written and verbal skills that allow effective communication via telephone and email Professional and customer focused manner with attention to detail Results driven and can work in a fast-paced environment Creative problem-solving skills and the capacity to get things done Proficiency with all Microsoft Office products




Univar Solutions is a leading, global distributor of chemicals and ingredients

essential to the safety, health, and well-being of our daily lives

- from life-saving medicines and vitamins to hand sanitizers and industrial materials used for cleaning, construction, and more. Our global team of more than

10,000 employees

support our vision to redefine distribution and be the most valued chemical and ingredient distributor on the planet!


We offer a

Total Rewards package

that includes market aligned pay and incentives as well as a diverse benefit offering to

support our employees' physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

Univar Solutions supports

sustainable solutions

for the world around us so that we can do our part to

help keep our communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe!

We are committed to a diverse workforce and a culture of inclusion.

Together, we are building a culture that acknowledges and respects the unique experiences, perspectives, and expertise of every employee. Through our dedicated Employee Resource Networks, we provide the development and growth opportunities to empower us to redefine our industry while making a difference in our communities.


Univar Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on their race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classification. #LI-VL1 #LI-Hybrid