Dave Bennett
Credit Manager
Corona,CA
Summary
Experienced credit and collections management professional with a proven track record seeks to apply extensive expertise in delinquency reduction, development of efficient credit policies, and advancement of team productivity within a dynamic corporate setting.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Credit Manager
Weber Plywood / Sierra Wood Products
01.2007 - 01.2024
- Achieved a 68% reduction in 90-day accounts and an 84% reduction in 60-day accounts
- Established and enforced a COD policy to improve cash flow
- Authored a comprehensive credit policy, increasing sales recovery and reducing losses
- Collaborated with sales teams to achieve a $1.8 million sales increase over one year and average annual lumber sales of $89,000 in the initial two years.
Team Manager
Progressive Management System
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Managed the collection of bank and retail accounts, employing dialer programs for optimal productivity
- Led team training initiatives to maximize productivity and client recovery rates
- Participated in problem-solving sessions with management to address and resolve challenges.
Collection Manager
United States Credit Bureau
01.1987 - 01.2004
- Oversaw auto deficiency portfolios for major clients like Toyota and Mitsubishi, with an average balance of $6,800
- Managed Visa and Mastercard deficient accounts, enhancing company revenue by optimizing recovery strategies
- Conducted internal audits and trained management staff to boost collection efficiency and profitability.
Education
Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CASkills
Collection ManagerEstablish COD policyClient asset retrieval
Performance monitoring
Client Relationship Management
Mentoring and training
Timeline
Credit Manager
Weber Plywood / Sierra Wood Products
01.2007 - 01.2024
Team Manager
Progressive Management System
01.2004 - 01.2007
Collection Manager
United States Credit Bureau
01.1987 - 01.2004
Saddleback College