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Take Your Career Global: Lead Sales Operations at the Heart of International Trade ?
Location: Export Sales Office | Role Type: Full-Time | Team Leadership + Global Scope
  
We're hiring for one of the most exciting commercial roles in our client's business – a rare opportunity to step into a pivotal leadership position within their Export Sales office. If you have a passion for international trade, commercial contracts, and high-performing teams, this is your moment.
  
? Why This Role Stands Out:
You’ll be the strategic anchor for all things sales administration and commercial contract management. From overseeing complex deal structures and trade finance to leading a driven and dynamic Sales Admin team, this is a chance to blend operational excellence with international impact.
  
You’ll work closely with Business Development Managers and Sales Account Managers, negotiating large-scale international contracts, shaping finance solutions, and ensuring world-class customer service delivery across Africa, the Middle East, and beyond.
  
? Your Key Responsibilities:
  
? Commercial Contract Management

Own the full lifecycle of commercial contracts – from drafting to negotiation and compliance.
Shape strategies around letters of credit, bonds, and structured trade finance in partnership with the Group Centre of Excellence.
Stay ahead of the curve on Incoterms, global export/import laws, and international compliance requirements.
Project manage the commercial and logistical aspects of major deals from tender through delivery. ? Sales Administration & Customer Fulfilment

Ensure seamless order processing, from supplier engagement to customer payment.
Oversee bank guarantees, credit terms, and global logistics.
Produce high-impact reports (sales forecasts, debtor updates, monthly dashboards) to guide senior leadership decisions.
Work closely with banks, Export Credit Agencies, freight forwarders, and other key stakeholders. ? People Leadership

Lead, inspire and grow a Sales Admin team of 8, with 2 direct supervisor reports.
Foster a culture of excellence, accountability, and development.
Drive process efficiency, track KPIs, and champion a high-performance culture.
Manage team budgets and succession planning with an eye on strategic growth. ? What You Bring to the Table:

Proven experience in international trade, export sales, and commercial contracts
Strong command of banking and financial instruments in a global trade setting
Experience leading and developing high-performing admin or customer service teams
Excellent interpersonal, influencing, and analytical skills
Attention to detail and a solutions-focused mindset
Bonus: Exposure to engineering or industrial businesses serving Africa and the Middle East
Graduate Membership of the Institute of Export (IOE) a plus ? Stakeholder Network:
You’ll liaise with:

Internal: Management, Sales, Finance, Credit Control
Group: Logistics, Legal, Compliance, Finance COEs
External: Global customers, freight and logistics partners, international banks, chambers of commerce   
Ready to Make Your Mark?
This role isn’t just another admin job – it’s a strategic leadership opportunity with global visibility, real commercial influence, and team-building at its core.
  
? Apply now or message us for a confidential conversation.
Let’s take your expertise global