SQL Commercial Manager - Freelance

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Part time

Job summary

A UK-based construction supply chain company is looking for a SQL Commercial Manager to work remotely from Cape Town. The role focuses on managing SQL systems for pricing, forecasting, and procurement, and requires strong SQL experience and stakeholder management skills. The position offers a flexible working arrangement and a competitive hourly rate of R230-R460 depending on experience.

Benefits

Flexible remote work

Autonomy in responsibilities

Collaborative UK-based team

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of commercial SQL experience.
• Proven knowledge of budgeting, procurement data, or cost tracking.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain SQL-based commercial data models and reports.
• Track, analyse, and report on budgets, quotes, and supplier costs.
• Liaise with UK-based suppliers, clients, and project managers.

Skills

SQL commercial experience

Budgeting knowledge

Stakeholder management skills

Excel skills

Tools

Power BI

Google Sheets

Airtable

Job description

About the job SQL Commercial Manager - Freelance

SQL Commercial Manager

Join a UK-Based Glazing Specialist, Flexible Remote Work from Cape Town

Construction / Commercial Supply Chain | R230 - R460 per hour | Zero-Hour Freelance Contract

About Our Client

Our client is a UK-based supplier of premium commercial windows, doors, and curtain walling systems across residential and commercial builds. With expertise spanning aluminium, uPVC, timber, and composite framing, the company supports every stage of a project offering design, drafting, fabrication coordination, and installation services. They pride themselves on close partnerships with architects, contractors, and fabricators, and are known for delivering on both quality and innovation.

The Role

SQL Commercial Manager

This freelance role supports the commercial operations of a growing construction supply chain business. You\'ll manage and optimise SQL-based systems used for pricing, forecasting, invoicing, and procurement across multiple international projects. You\'ll also play a hands-on role in commercial reporting and supplier engagement, helping the business grow with accurate, timely insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain SQL-based commercial data models and reports
• Track, analyse, and report on budgets, quotes, and supplier costs
• Liaise with UK-based suppliers, clients, and project managers
• Integrate data between pricing, procurement, and invoicing systems
• Support cost/value reconciliation and weekly commercial reporting
• Handle ad hoc commercial administration and analysis tasks
• Optimise workflows to scale with growing project demands
• Build strong relationships across internal and external stakeholders

About You

• Minimum 3 years commercial SQL experience
• Proven knowledge of budgeting, procurement data, or cost tracking
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills; Power BI or Airtable a plus
• Based in Cape Town (or able to work UK business hours reliably)
• Confident, personable, and proactive with a service-oriented mindset
• Experience in glazing, aluminium framing, or construction supply chains highly preferred
• Comfortable with zero-hour contract work and flexible task delivery

What\'s on Offer

• Flexible, remote work arrangement with autonomy and variety
• Hourly rate of R230-R460 depending on experience and fit
• Opportunity to collaborate closely with a UK-based team
• Long-term freelance engagement for the right candidate
• Role with equal focus on technical skill and human connection

Cultural Fit

This business values integrity, initiative, and meaningful relationships. If you enjoy making a visible impact, communicating proactively, and working with a team that treats its remote contributors as equals, you\'ll thrive here.