Position: Collector
Location: Roodepoort, Gauteng
Work Hours: 9 hours per day (as needed)
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: To Be Confirmed
Are you skilled in customer service, debt collection, and road safety? Lewis Furniture is looking for a Collector to join their team in Roodepoort. This role is crucial in managing branch debtors and ensuring the debtors’ book is well-maintained through effective collections and voluntary repossessions.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Collector, your primary goal is to recover outstanding payments from customers. In addition to collections, you’ll support store operations, helping drive sales and maintain standards. Here’s what your day-to-day might look like:
Core Responsibilities:
- Obtain overdue customer profiles and take action to recover arrears.
- Visit customers to collect outstanding payments or approved merchandise.
- Facilitate voluntary repossession processes with proper documentation.
- Negotiate increased installment payments with customers and ensure agreements are formalized.
- Maintain the branch vehicle, including scheduling repairs and ensuring safe parking.
- Safeguard company assets like the vehicle and fuel card.
- Check merchandise being transported and report any discrepancies.
- Support and resolve customer complaints linked to collections.
- Follow strict road safety and vehicle regulations.
Additional Duties:
- Assist with in-store tasks like promotions, housekeeping, and customer service when needed.
What You Need to Qualify
Requirements:
- Matric Certificate.
- Valid Driver’s License (Code B).
- Proficient in English.
- Clear criminal record.
Preferred Skills and Experience:
- Experience as an Accounts Assistant or in collections.
- Knowledge of local roads and transport systems.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Self-discipline to adhere to road safety and collection regulations.
Why Join Lewis Furniture?
- Work for a trusted name in the retail and furniture industry.
- Gain valuable experience in debt management and customer relations.
- Be part of a team that values integrity, teamwork, and customer satisfaction.
Application Process
To apply, you’ll need to complete:
- Assessments:
- Numeracy Assessment.
- Literacy Assessment.
- Application Questions:
- Share your experience in finance or similar roles.
- Explain your approach to handling uncooperative customers.
- Discuss how you manage customer complaints about the collections process.
- Detail how you ensure confidentiality and compliance with rules in your work.
How to Apply
Take the next step in your career by applying to Lewis Furniture today. Submit your application and show us how your skills and experience make you the perfect fit for this role.
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