AR Manager - Credit
Date: 22 Apr 2026
Location: Manchester, GB
Company: Premier Foods
Based - Manchester City Centre, M2 6DN (2 days a week in the office)
Permanent, Full Time
Join Premier Foods — where people, brands and purpose come together.
We’re proud to be one of the UK’s largest listed food businesses, with over 4,000 colleagues across 13 sites shaping the future of some of Britain’s best‑loved brands, found in 94% of households nationwide, making us one of the UK’s top three ambient food suppliers. From much‑loved household names such as Mr Kipling, Bisto, Oxo, Batchelors and Sharwoods, to our recently welcomed brands Fuel10k and Merchant Gourmet, our portfolio is packed with iconic favourites — and continues to grow.
The role
We’re looking for a Credit Manager to lead our Accounts Receivable team within Premier Foods Business Services (PBS). You’ll play a key role in delivering a high-quality, end‑to‑end credit and cash service, working closely with stakeholders across the business to support performance, controls and continuous improvement.
This is a leadership role with real impact — combining operational excellence, people management, and a strong customer focus.
What you’ll be responsible for
- Leading and developing the Accounts Receivable team to deliver KPIs, SLAs and service standards
- Managing credit control activities, cash forecasting and performance reporting
- Acting as a subject matter expert for credit processes across PBS and the wider business
- Ensuring compliance with financial controls, audit and legislative requirements
- Driving continuous improvement in systems, processes and customer service
- Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Deputising for the Head of Accounts Receivable when required
About you
You’ll be a confident people leader with strong credit control expertise and a collaborative approach.
Essential experience and skills:
- Proven experience in credit control / accounts receivable, with at least 2 years’ experience
- Previous team management or people leadership experience
- Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data, KPIs and reporting
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Strong organisation, problem‑solving and decision‑making capability
- Experience working with SAP (or similar ERP systems)
Desirable:
- Experience working in a Shared Service Centre
- FMCG or fast‑paced business environment experience
What success looks like
- Team KPIs consistently achieved
- Accurate cash forecasting and timely reporting
- Strong controls, audit compliance and risk management
- Engaged, high‑performing and customer‑focused team
- Continuous improvement initiatives delivering real value
At Premier foods we believe in inclusion, authenticity and individuality. We aim to ensure all existing and future colleagues are given equitable opportunities and are respected, valued and encouraged to bring their true authentic selves to work no matter who they are, what they look like, who they love or what they believe in. Our culture is one where everyone is welcome.
We're proud to be a Disability Smart employer and are committed to supporting disability inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you experience any access issues or require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know so we can ensure you have the support you need.