Commercial Administrator

Zeminwe Recruitment; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Commercial Administrator to manage and coordinate rate requests in Stellenbosch. The role involves handling operational queries and ensuring accurate quoting and timely communication. Candidates should have at least 2 years’ experience in Freight Forwarding and a diploma in a relevant field. Strong skills in freight charges and proficiency in Google Workspace are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Freight Forwarding and Logistics.
• Exposure to dry cargo rate pricing is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Handle incoming ad-hoc rate requests with speed and precision.
• Prepare and maintain monthly rate quotes for existing clients.
• Collaborate internally to communicate customer portfolio details and pricing strategies.

Skills

Strong understanding of freight charges and shipping terminology

Proficient in Google Workspace

Highly organized with attention to detail

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Diploma in Shipping, Freight Forwarding, Logistics, or Business Management

Tools

Excel

Job description

Commercial Administrator required in Stellenbosch.

To manage and coordinate monthly and ad-hoc rate requests—primarily airfreight and import-related—ensuring accurate quoting and timely communication.

This role supports operational teams with rate-related queries and maintains up-to-date pricing structures for key accounts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle incoming ad-hoc rate requests with speed and precision
• Update customers and Key Account Managers on monthly rate changes, surcharges, and ad-hoc pricing
• Prepare and maintain monthly rate quotes for existing clients
• Share relevant industry updates and notices that impact customer operations
• Ensure all customer contracts and rate agreements are current and correctly filed
• Collaborate internally to communicate customer portfolio details and pricing strategies

Requirements:

• Matric / Grade 12 (Essential)
• Diploma in Shipping, Freight Forwarding, Logistics, or Business Management (Preferred)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in Freight Forwarding and Logistics
• Exposure to dry cargo rate pricing (Advantageous)

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of freight charges and shipping terminology
• Proficient in Google Workspace, Excel, and professional email communication
• Highly organized, with excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Quick to learn internal systems and external platforms
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Comfortable working with multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Committed to maintaining confidentiality and professional integrity
• Proactive team player with the ability to identify and support team needs
• Understanding of shipping freight and other charges