Boardroom Appointments - Global Human and Talent Capital

Commercial Director

Boardroom Appointments - Global Human and Talent Capital  •  Johannesburg, ZA (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR
Location: Johannesburg
Industry: Logistics / Supply Chain

A leading player within the Freight Forwarding, logistics and Supply Chain sector is seeking a commercially astute and strategic Commercial Director to drive revenue growth, expand market share, and lead the next phase of business transformation.

This is a high-impact executive role suited to a dynamic leader who can shape and execute a forward-thinking commercial strategy, unlock new market opportunities, and lead high-performing teams across multiple regions.

THE ROLE

You will take full ownership of the commercial function, leading strategy and execution across sales, market development, and customer engagement.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Developing and executing a growth-focused commercial strategy
  • Driving revenue growth across existing and emerging markets
  • Leading and managing regional commercial and sales teams
  • Identifying and unlocking new product and market opportunities
  • Building and strengthening key client and strategic partner relationships
  • Collaborating across sales, marketing, and operational teams to deliver results
  • Monitoring market trends, competitors, and external factors to inform strategy
  • Managing commercial performance against budget, profitability, and KPI targets

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking a commercially driven leader with a proven track record of delivering results in complex, fast-paced environments.

Key requirements:

  • Degree-qualified
  • 10+ years' experience in senior commercial / sales leadership roles
  • Proven ability to develop and execute commercial growth strategies
  • Strong experience within logistics, supply chain, or a related B2B industry
  • Demonstrated success in driving revenue growth and market expansion
  • Experience managing multi-regional teams and senior stakeholders
  • Strong financial and commercial acumen, including P&L ownership
  • Exceptional negotiation, influencing, and relationship-building skills

WHO YOU ARE

  • A strategic thinker with a hands-on, results-driven approach
  • Commercially sharp with strong business judgement
  • An influential leader who can operate at executive level
  • Entrepreneurial, innovative, and opportunity-focused
  • Highly driven, resilient, and performance-oriented

WHY THIS ROLE

  • Executive-level role with high visibility and impact
  • Opportunity to shape and drive commercial strategy at scale
  • Exposure to emerging markets and new growth areas
  • Lead transformation within a dynamic and evolving business
Boardroom Appointments - Global Human and Talent Capital

About Boardroom Appointments - Global Human and Talent Capital

Boardroom Appointments is a global specialist in Recruitment, Contract Staffing, Project Staffing, Temporary Employment Solutions, Training, HR Consultancy and Expatriate Mobility that operates extensively in Africa, EMEA, America, and Europe.

We have been industry leaders since 1989. Our dynamic team of recruitment and labour professionals has serviced hundreds of clients and placed thousands of candidates in various industries across the globe. We have gained invaluable insight and experience into global market trends and human resource workings.

We have specialized divisions that enhance our ability to service all clients in the following industries:

- FMGC

- Finance, Banking and Insurance

- Manufacturing and Processing

- Oil and Gas, Mining, Engineering and Construction

- Medical, Pharmaceutical and Health Care

- Logistics and Supply Chain

- Information Technology, Media and Telecommunications

- Waste Management and Sanitation Services

- Renewable and Alternative Energy

- Retail and Commercial Property

- Agriculture and Production

- Government and Public Services

- Call Centre and Customer Support Services

Today, Boardroom Appointments has a global candidate database and network, servicing clients around the world with all their Human Capital needs.

This experience allows clients to rely on us FULLY for all their talent needs, both permanent and temporary, while they focus on their core business.

We custom design solutions to perfectly fit our client's recruitment needs and form long-lasting relationships based on quality service and flawlessly fulfilled deliverables.

Our team is comprised of passionate and driven individuals who strive to maintain the best and most professional service to our clients.

We are focused, passionate, and we love what we do.

Industry
Unknown
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Bedfordview, ZA
Year Founded
1989
Website
boardroom.co.za
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