Strategic Commercial&ESG Lead - Freight&Logistics, Durban

A leading, established organisation within the freight and logistics sector is seeking to appoint a Commercial&ESG Manager to support strategic commercial initiatives, risk management, and ESG reporting at a head office level.

This newly created role offers exposure across commercial operations, transformation, and governance, providing direct support to senior leadership. This role requires a structured, analytical professional with strong reporting capability and the ability to operate across multiple business functions in a high-performance environment.

Essential Requirements

B.Com Degree coupled with a Post Grad in Environmental Management or a BSc in Environmental Management coupled with a Post Grad in Finance Management or similar.

Minimum 5 years’ commercial experience

Exposure to freight, logistics, or maritime sectors

Strong Excel and business analytics capability

Proven experience in tender, bid, and project management

Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder management

Key Responsibilities

Support strategic business development initiatives and proposal preparation

Research, screen, and coordinate tender and bid submissions

Consolidate ESG and transformation reporting across business units

Manage reporting templates, submissions, and governance schedules

Support risk committee processes, reporting packs, and documentation

Assist with insurance renewals, declarations, and claims coordination

Compile reports and insights to support decision-making at the executive level

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