Commercial Logistics Specialist

3 weeks ago

Johannesburg, South Africa Trafigura Group Full time

Commercial Logistics Specialist page is loaded## Commercial Logistics Specialistlocations: Johannesburg, South Africatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R- ## **Main Purpose:**Based in Trafigura Johannesburg office, we are seeking a strategic commercial logistics specialist to join our Regional Trade Support team. This role is critical in converting monthly trade flow requirements into optimized, cost-effective transport plans that support Trafigura's trading contracts and margin objectives. The successful candidate will act as a strategic bridge between trading, execution, and logistics teams.## ## Knowledge Skills and Abilities, Key Responsibilities:**Monthly Volume Planning:*** Receive and analyze contract allocations and trade instructions for upcoming months* Consolidate supplier sites, cargo readiness assessments, and trade delivery timelines* Identify optimal mode, port, and routing preferences per trade**Route & Flow Design:*** Determine optimal transport routes per trade including direct, in-transit, road, or rail options* Maintain corridor health register and flag risk-prone routes* Prepare detailed lane forecasts per week and corridor**Freight Quotation & Commercial Analysis:*** Manage freight RFQ process with multiple freight forwarders* Normalize, compare, and evaluate quotes based on cost, transit time, and value-added services* Recommend most efficient and commercially favourable solutions per corridor* Ensure booking recommendations align with trade margin objectives**Execution Support:*** Provide confirmed freight allocation plans to Logistics Coordinators* Deliver comprehensive route maps, freight forwarder assignments, and SLA requirements* Adjust allocations based on trade flow changes throughout the month**Experience and Qualifications**Tertiary Degree7+ years of experience in commodities trading or similar fast-paced trading environmentKnowledge of multimodal transport (road, rail, sea, air)Familiarity with in-transit warehouse operationsStrong negotiation and commercial evaluation skillsCompetenciesStrategic thinking and problem-solving abilitiesStrong attention to detail and accuracyExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsAbility to work under pressure and meet tight deadlinesCommercial acumen and cost optimization mindset## ## Key Relationships and Department Overview:* Internal: Regional Traders, Execution Team, Logistics Coordinators, Trade Support teams, Trade Operations teams* External: Freight Forwarders()(blob: / 2:13We are accelerating our investments in renewable energy, including hydrogen, ammonia and other low-carbon energy technologies required for the transition to a low carbon future. We are committed to responsible business practices and we work with our stakeholders to improve environmental and social standards, bringing greater trust and transparency to global supply chains.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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