COMPANY INTRODUCTION:
Since 1959, the company has been a leading Shipchandler and supplier of reliable supply chain solutions
in Africa.
The Technical Trader will report to the Technical Operations Manager, in South-Africa and will be
responsible to efficiently manage and process all technical enquiries from sourcing through to delivery.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
The position will be responsible for the following primary functions:

• Receive and analyse enquiries received from clients (specification matching, etc.)

• Strategic sourcing of suppliers & products (locally and internationally) via our database, market

research, Internet, etc.

• Get all the necessary information including logistical requirements to be able to quote the client

utilising margins and foreign exchange conversion. Preparation of commercial proposals for clients.

• Follow up on quotations done to secure orders, manage all queries and negotiate with clients

• Place and administer orders & liaise with related departments as required for end-to-end delivery

including administrative (Logistics, Warehouse, Finance, etc)

• Engage regular commercial activity to retain existing relationships and establish new relationships

within the industry – local & international travel may be required (Supplier & Client visits)

• Reporting on Profitability per Job and for department. Along with other commercial reporting

requirements

ROLE REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Qualification and Experience:

• Tertiary Qualification (E.g. BCom.)

• 5+ Year experience in similar role and industry (Energy / Mining / Construction)

• Proven experience in international sourcing

Minimum Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication and writing skills

• Proven record of high-level negotiating skills

• Able to multitask, plan and organise

• Must have strong commercial awareness

• Must be able to adapt and show flexibility

• Strong problem solving and solution driven ability

• Fully computer literate

• Fluent in English (French will be a distinct advantage)

• Willing and able to travel extensively in and outside of South-Africa