Commercial Assistant

Recruiter:

CA Support

Job Ref:

CPT001411/FT

Date posted:

Thursday, April 16, 2026

Location:

Citrusdal, South Africa

SUMMARY:

Job Title:

Commercial Assistant

Location:

Citrusdal Area

Reporting to:

Commercial / Marketing Manager

Type:

Permanent

Company Overview

A well-established and progressive agricultural business specialising in the production, packing, and export of premium fresh produce is seeking to appoint a Commercial Assistant. The organisation operates in a fast-paced, export-driven environment with a strong focus on quality, innovation, and operational excellence.

POSITION INFO:

Role Purpose

The Commercial Assistant will provide administrative and operational support to the commercial and logistics functions, ensuring efficient coordination of customer communication, shipment processes, and general commercial activities.

Key Responsibilities

Provide support to Account Managers with customer communication and reporting
Liaise with customers regarding shipment schedules and delivery programmes
Assist with the administration and resolution of shipping claims
Support third-party procurement processes from an administrative perspective
Provide general support to the commercial and logistics teams as required

Minimum Requirements

Relevant tertiary qualification
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a commercial, logistics, or export administration role
Exposure to agriculture, fresh produce, or export environments will be advantageous
Strong organisational and multitasking skills with high attention to detail
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)

Key Competencies

High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong administrative and coordination capability
Ability to work under pressure in a deadline-driven environment
Team-oriented with a collaborative approach
Proactive and solutions-driven mindset

Remuneration

Market-related and aligned to experience and qualifications

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