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Commercial Trade Support Administrator

Frank Consult · Brackenfell, Western Cape · Permanent · On-site

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Devonbosch | In-office | Reports to Commercial Trade Support Manager

Our client is a grain and oilseeds commodity trading business seeking a Commercial Trade Support Administrator to support the commercial team with all functions related to physical trades. You will manage contract administration, liaise with customers and suppliers, reconcile positions, and ensure accurate capture and reporting of traded commodities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Handle all communication and queries with customers and suppliers regarding contracts, logistics and trading.

  • Manage contracts, including timeous submission to counterparties and ensuring amendments are completed on the day requested.

  • Capture and report accurately and timeously on physical trades, including system updates, reconciliation and reporting.

  • Reconcile physical positions and support month-end profit and loss reconciliation as required.

  • Manage unpriced contracts in liaison with the commercial team.

  • Understand and apply Incoterms, commodity costing and different cost components to trades.

  • Ensure compliance with all business processes and audit requirements.

  • Communicate daily with the team on new, amended and physical trades to maintain alignment.

Requirements

  • Proven experience in commercial support roles within grain and oilseeds commodity trading.

  • Strong understanding of global commodity markets and trading practices.

  • Knowledge of Incoterms, commodity costing and physical trade operations.

  • Excellent attention to detail, accuracy and organisational skills.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build relationships with customers, suppliers and internal teams.

  • Systems-focused with the ability to update systems, reconcile data and produce reports.

  • Self-driven and motivated, with commitment to integrity and professional conduct.