Redden Paula
About Redden Paula
Paula Redden serves as the Credit Manager at US Foods in Lenexa, Kansas, where she has worked since 2009. With a background in Business Management and extensive experience in credit management, she oversees a team of credit associates and supports a large sales force in collection efforts.
Work at US Foods
Redden Paula has served as Credit Manager at US Foods since 2009, contributing to the company's financial operations for 15 years. Based in Lenexa, Kansas, she manages a team of three credit associates. Her responsibilities include overseeing the collection of past due accounts and coordinating with third-party collections. Paula also plays a key role in guiding a sales force of over 80 individuals in their collection efforts. She regularly reports to upper management, providing insights and updates at both the division and regional credit manager levels.
Previous Experience in Credit Management
Before joining US Foods, Redden Paula held the position of Credit Manager at Ballantyne Strong from 2007 to 2009, where she worked for two years in Omaha, Nebraska. Prior to that, she spent eight years at Food Services of America in the same role from 1999 to 2007. Her extensive experience in credit management has equipped her with the skills necessary to effectively handle credit operations and collections.
Education and Expertise
Redden Paula studied at the University of Nebraska Lincoln, where she focused on Home Economics Education from 1974 to 1979. Additionally, she attended Metro Tech Community College in Omaha, Nebraska, earning an Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Business Management from 1989 to 1992. Her educational background supports her expertise in credit management and business operations.
Professional Skills and Responsibilities
In her role as Credit Manager, Redden Paula is responsible for placing past due customers with third-party collections. She has developed strong skills in managing credit operations and guiding sales teams in collection strategies. Her ability to report effectively to upper management ensures that the credit department aligns with the company's financial goals.