Strategic Commercial Lead: Special Projects & Growth

Network Finance; Durban North; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Finance is seeking a Commercial Manager (Special Projects) to partner with executive leadership, driving strategic investigations, commercial initiatives, and cross‑divisional improvement programs in a large South African business.

This role sits at the intersection of finance, strategy and project delivery, requiring strong analytical abilities, advanced financial modelling, and the influence skills to shape decisions across multiple functions.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant experience in: Commercial Management, Corporate Strategy, Business Analysis, Financial Management, Management Consulting, Business Improvement, Project Leadership
• Demonstrated experience building business cases and conducting commercial evaluations
• Experience engaging with senior executives and key stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Investigate financial, operational and commercial performance across the business
• Lead high-impact strategic projects from concept through implementation
• Develop and challenge business cases and financial models
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and performance
• Prepare concise executive reports and recommendations

Skills

Commercial acumen

Executive communication

Financial modelling

Stakeholder influence

Independent worker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce/Finance

MBA or postgraduate qualification

Job description

Network Finance is seeking a Commercial Manager (Special Projects) to partner with executive leadership, driving strategic investigations, commercial initiatives, and cross‑divisional improvement programs in a large South African business.

This role sits at the intersection of finance, strategy and project delivery, requiring strong analytical abilities, advanced financial modelling, and the influence skills to shape decisions across multiple functions.