Company Overview

Help us make the best golf balls in the world! From our Covington, Georgia manufacturing facility, we supply golf equipment to many of world-renowned golfers including Tiger Woods and Jason Day.

Whatever role you fill, when you represent the Bridgestone Golf name you know that you are a valued teammate who is part of our larger mission to serve society with superior quality. We start by offering each teammate more than just a salary. We provide formal training, competitive performance incentives, paid vacation and holidays, healthcare packages for full-time and part-time employees, and a 401k plan to help build your future.

We believe people can only provide superior service and quality to others when they are allowed to bring their whole selves to work and know they are supported. We believe in championing all perspectives, individuals and teams because we understand the importance of seeing the world and our business through many different lenses. So, show us what you’re made of. Show us the smart stuff, the tough stuff, the bold, beautiful and brave stuff. Because who you are is what we need.

Bridgestone Golf, Inc. is headquartered in Covington, Georgia and is the U.S. subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation headquartered in Japan. Our mission is simple: Bridgestone Golf serves dedicated golfers with superior quality golf equipment designed to maximize individual player’s golf experience and enjoyment.

Production & Skilled Trades

Enters, updates and retrieves information for tax resale certificates. Also assists the Credit Analyst in determining credit worthiness of applicants. Works with sales representatives and customers to obtain data needed.

• Verifying and maintaining tax resale certificates for all customers in SAP and tax database.
• Staying current with knowledge of tax consultant database Avalara.
• Provides support to Credit Analyst by assisting with processing new applications, pulling reports, gathering information for credit checks and reviews, along with building and maintaining integrity of customer credit files. On occasion will notify appropriate parties of application status including rejection and accepting as well as terms and line established.
• General understanding of company’s credit policies and procedures.
• Any additional support needed from Credit Analyst to provide maintenance for existing accounts.
• Records and enters customer data into the database and answers general inquiries from sales representatives.
• Validates and verifies customer data.
• Assisting Credit Supervisor with any projects or priority requests.
• Any additional “at the time needed” functions deemed necessary by the Credit Supervisor, i.e. pulling files, re-filing completed files, obtaining documents for audits, assisting in other team member's areas/jobs if needed.
• Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Collections experience preferably with commercial accounts.

• Computer experience-proficient, Excel, Outlook, SAP, Sales Force.
• Must have excellent customer service skills.
• Detailed oriented and organized.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal skills, Team Player.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret credit applications, and related information. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from sales representatives, collection agencies, employees, or members of credit reporting groups. Must be able to communicate effectively verbally, and in writing, with sales representatives in all credit matters.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, papers, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Typically requires a high school degree; or 1-2 year vocational training / associates degree

Bridgestone is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Eligibility

If hired, a Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification must be completed at the start of employment. Temporary work authorization or the need for sponsorship may disqualify you from employment.