Commercial Business Manager

Exceed Human Resource Consultants; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Commercial Business Manager to drive growth in logistics services across Southern Africa. This dynamic role involves strategic planning, client relationship management, and financial oversight to ensure operational excellence. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of the transportation industry, enabling them to navigate challenges effectively. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and teamwork, and make a significant impact on business success. If you are passionate about logistics and ready to take on a leadership role, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in a similar role within the road transport industry.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Focus on new business developments in logistics services.
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients and suppliers.
• Recruiting and managing staff for a motivated workforce.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Effective Communication

Decision-Making

Financial Management

Negotiation

Strategic Planning

Education

Degree in Logistics

Degree in Sales

Degree in Business Management

Job description

Reference:10358 NBConsultant: NineBroodrykJob Description:

• Focus on new business developments in level 1 and 2 required logistics services in Southern Africa
• Building and maintaining relationships with new and existing clients/suppliers, including regular visits.
• Strategic planning for business growth, setting goals and creating plans to achieve them.
• Negotiating new contracts (Customers, suppliers).
• Financial Management: Overseeing budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Operations Management: Supervising marketers’ compliance, risk mitigation and technology innovation
• Reporting and Analysis: Providing regular reports to higher management or company executives on key performance metrics and overall business performance.
• Understand the running cost of a vehicle to determine CPK’s.
• Keep track of the monthly and yearly budgets.
• Understand the running cost of a vehicle to determine CPK’s.
• Analyse commodity trends and adapt to market fluctuations.
• Keep track of the daily and monthly budgets.
• Adding new clients and transporters to our existing book.
• Strategic planning for business growth.
• Recruiting and managing staff to ensure a skilled and motivated workforce. You'll also be responsible for performance evaluations, setting goals, and fostering a positive work environment

Qualifications:

• The suitable candidate should have at least 5+ years’ experience in a similar role within the road transport industry.
• The successful candidate will have a relevant Degree in logistics, sales or business management.
• Experience with building a stable customer base is essential.
• The responsibilities require strong leadership, organisational skills, and a deep understanding of the transportation industry and its challenges.
• Effective communication and decision-making are also critical for success as a Commercial Business Manager in the transport business.

How to Apply:

• Email your comprehensive CV [e-mail].
• If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
• We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
• Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.