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Work History
Education
Skills
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Hobbies AND INTERESTS
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Lucy Bos

Lucy Bos

Summary

Accomplished professional with extensive experience in Accounts Receivables, demonstrating strong proficiency in SAP collections management, data analysis, and process improvement. Expertise in enhancing customer relationships and driving cross-functional collaboration, consistently achieving results through effective communication and dispute resolution. Proven track record in training and development underscores a commitment to fostering team growth while maintaining meticulous attention to detail under pressure. Career aspirations include leveraging these skills in a leadership role that promotes innovation and efficiency within financial operations.


British and Dutch nationalities. Mother of two children.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Program Associate

Newell Brands
06.2020 - 06.2025

Oversaw the rebate calculation process, reviewed customer contracts, facilitated smooth inter-departmental communication, resolved discrepancies with corrective actions, and managed financial entries by posting vendor invoices and issuing customer credit notes.

Assistant Team Leader Collections

Newell Brands
04.2012 - 06.2020

Facilitated weekly team meetings, resolved conflicts professionally, optimized workflows to reduce inefficiencies, developed training materials for smoother onboarding, assisted in recruitment by interviewing and assessing candidates, and prepared reports with findings and recommendations.

SAP BPC (business process champion) and trainer

Newell Brands
04.2011 - 04.2012

Designed and delivered engaging presentations, coached and mentored employees, trained new hires for various roles, and developed training manuals in line with company standards.


Assistant Team Leader Credit Control

Newell Brands
12.2008 - 12.2010

Successfully supported the credit control team in achieving and exceeding collection targets by streamlining debtor management processes and improving communication between sales, finance, and operations. Coached team members to enhance performance, while personally resolving complex account disputes to secure timely payments. Implemented process improvements that reduced outstanding balances, strengthened audit compliance through meticulous record-keeping, and maintained high standards of customer service when managing sensitive credit matters.

Credit Controller

Newell Brands
04.2006 - 12.2008

Provided sales teams with accurate credit data, boosted collections through proactive account management, resolved billing errors collaboratively, maintained detailed debtor records, met targets for reducing outstanding balances, assessed customer creditworthiness, and facilitated resolution of complex disputes with internal stakeholders.

Accounts Receivable Cash Applicator

Newell Brands
11.2004 - 04.2006

Processed incoming payments across multiple channels, reconciled daily cash applications, produced reports to track and improve metrics, collaborated with finance and customer service teams for accurate cash flow management, and maintained precise records to support month-end closing.

Healthcare Sales Assistant

Boots The Chemist
08.2002 - 07.2003

Provided friendly, knowledgeable customer assistance, built rapport through active listening, advised on medication use and safety, stayed composed in high-pressure situations, and participated in continuous training to remain informed on products, promotions, and industry trends.

Waitress

The Merry Monk Inn
11.1997 - 09.2001

Ensured a clean, welcoming dining environment, delivered attentive service to address guest needs promptly, and built strong relationships with regular customers through friendly, personalized interactions.

Education

HND (Higher National Diploma) - Tourism and Attraction Management

University Centre Somerset
06.2002

BTEC ND (Business and Technology Education Council National Diploma) - Travel and Tourism

University Centre Somerset
06.2000

GCSEs (General Certificate of Secondary Education) - English Literature, English Language, Maths, German, Home Economics, Science, Drama and History

Heathfield Community School
06.1998

Skills

  • Category B driving license
  • SAP collections (FSCM) expertise
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office
  • Leadership abilities
  • Adaptable to new challenges
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Continuous process evaluation
  • Experienced in effective problem-solving

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Dutch
Upper intermediate (B2)

Work Type

Part Time

Timeline

Customer Program Associate

Newell Brands
06.2020 - 06.2025

Assistant Team Leader Collections

Newell Brands
04.2012 - 06.2020

SAP BPC (business process champion) and trainer

Newell Brands
04.2011 - 04.2012

Assistant Team Leader Credit Control

Newell Brands
12.2008 - 12.2010

Credit Controller

Newell Brands
04.2006 - 12.2008

Accounts Receivable Cash Applicator

Newell Brands
11.2004 - 04.2006

Healthcare Sales Assistant

Boots The Chemist
08.2002 - 07.2003

Waitress

The Merry Monk Inn
11.1997 - 09.2001

BTEC ND (Business and Technology Education Council National Diploma) - Travel and Tourism

University Centre Somerset

GCSEs (General Certificate of Secondary Education) - English Literature, English Language, Maths, German, Home Economics, Science, Drama and History

Heathfield Community School

HND (Higher National Diploma) - Tourism and Attraction Management

University Centre Somerset

Hobbies AND INTERESTS

Travelling

Exercise (pilates, Xco/re, HIIT, BBB, spinning, swimming and walking)

Fashion

Interior design

Socialising with friends

Lucy Bos