Global Commodity Trade Operations Manager

Redstone Search Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Redstone Commodity Search is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the chrome trading operations in Johannesburg, South Africa. You will manage end-to-end execution of trades, coordinate freight, oversee trade documentation and ensure compliance, while guarding margins and service levels.

The role requires strong logistics, Incoterms knowledge and a proactive, detail‑oriented mindset in a fast-moving commodity environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in commodity trading operations, traffic management or logistics.
• Experience coordinating African and international commodity exports and coordinating multiple shipments.
• Strong understanding of international shipping, Incoterms, Bills of Lading and Letters of Credit.
• Highly organised and solutions-oriented, with strong communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to take ownership in a fast-moving trading environment.
• Role is to be located in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end execution of commodity trades, from contract through to final delivery, ensuring shipments are executed efficiently and on time.
• Coordinate ocean freight, containers, bulk vessels and inland transport, working closely with shipping lines, freight forwarders and clearing agents.
• Own trade documentation and compliance, including Bills of Lading, Letters of Credit, certificates, inspections, Incoterms and customs requirements.
• Act as the key operational interface between customers, suppliers, mines, processors, warehouses and logistics providers, resolving issues and protecting commercial relationships.
• Control freight, demurrage, detention and other logistics costs, identifying opportunities to improve margins while managing operational and counterparty risk.
• Role reports to CEO.

Skills

Commodity trading operations

Logistics coordination

Shipping knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Job description

Redstone Commodity Search is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the chrome trading operations in Johannesburg, South Africa. You will manage end-to-end execution of trades, coordinate freight, oversee trade documentation and ensure compliance, while guarding margins and service levels.

The role requires strong logistics, Incoterms knowledge and a proactive, detail‑oriented mindset in a fast-moving commodity environment.