The Commercial Manager acts as a strategic advisor for the coal operations and logistics function. They are responsible for developing and implementing initiatives to maximize the commercial value of these areas. This includes managing associated commercial risks to ensure profitability and sustainability. Key Responsibilities:Purchasing management (sourcing of suppliers and/or goods and services)Source new suppliers where required or drive sourcing activities from existing suppliersSupport Coal Origination field team with pricing analysis and evaluation of offers from 3rd party coal suppliers where requiredSupport Road Transport team with pricing analysis and evaluation of offers from Transporters where requiredCosting analysis for reporting purposes and to identify potential areas for cost savings/optimisation.Where the function resides with other role players, provide input where necessaryManage the procurement officer to ensure fulfilment of this KPAContract management (suppliers, mainly coal mines’ contracting terms)Conclude trade agreements with suppliersContracting with 3rd party coal mines for coal, Transporters and contracting with other suppliers to meet the needs of the logistics businessEnsure objectives and deliverables are clear in the contract upon which adherence will be monitored.Monitor Contract Compliance as per contractual obligationsManage the legal officer to ensure fulfilment of this KPA to ensure that trade terms and agreements are concluded efficientlyAnalysis and reportingConduct commercial analysis to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvementProvide insights and recommendations to management based on commercial and financial dataProduce the relevant reports required for the role within the stipulated time frameCredit management and management of supplier invoices payment activities Through the commercial accountant, monitor credit limit with the mines, where there is no credit limit, follow through to ensure that the credit limit is arranged and/or topped up otherwise this may affect ability to secure stock requiredCheck that supplier invoices are received, verified (including Port invoices), captured, audited, approved and payment processed timeouslyWhere prepayments are required, ensure that this is done so that Coal Transportation activities are not negatively impacted by payment issuesProvisions and payment requests for coal contracts and every vesselEnhance processes where required to drive efficiencies and effectivenessTeam managementProvide guidance and mentorship to the team that includes a commercial accountant, procurement officer and legal officer; and ensure timely work executionConduct training sessions on processes and procedures where requiredIdentify areas of improvement for optimisation and recommend actionDevelop and drive a high-performance culture Minimum requirements:Diploma/ Degree in Accounting / Cost Accounting / Business / Economics5 years’ experience in Commercial / Procurement roleTrucking, commodity trading, logistics experience preferredStrong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulationsProficiency in accounting software and Microsoft ExcelMaintain a professional work ethic in dealing with relevant stakeholders#J-18808-Ljbffr