Commercial Project Manager

Recruiter:

Data Centrix

Job Ref:

JHB007037/Esthe

Date posted:

Friday, February 27, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:

We are seeking a highly skilled and detailâoriented Commercial Project Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will excel in financial oversight, project coordination, and commercial reporting, ensuring projects are executed efficiently, accurately, and in alignment with business objectives. Position based in CAPE TOWN.

Key Skills & Competencies Required

1. Financial & Commercial Management

Proven experience in order entry and project financial administration.
Strong ability to plan, execute, and maintain project revenue and costings.
Proficiency in preparing journal entries, conducting project calculations, and performing monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
Experience managing credit notes (internal and external) and processing accurate invoicing.

2. Forecasting & Reporting

Ability to deliver precise revenue forecasting aligned with project timelines.
Experience in Operating Working Capital (OWC) forecasting.
Skilled in preparing and presenting monthly, quarterly, and annual commercial project reports, including CCM reporting.

3. Project Coordination & Administration

Demonstrated ability to participate in and lead project meetings with crossâfunctional teams.
Strong capability in project reporting, tracking performance, and ensuring compliance with internal standards.

4. Inventory & Vendor Management

Competence in managing stock reconciliations and inventory movements (Invivo experience advantageous).
Experience in purchasing from international vendors, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.

5. Technical & Analytical Skills

Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial systems.
Strong analytical thinking with the ability to interpret commercial data and drive insights.
High attention to detail and accuracy under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

Diploma/Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Management, or related field.
Experience in projectâbased environments or commercial finance roles.
Understanding of global supply chain and vendor processes.

f; color: #000000; font-size: 12pt; font-family: calibri;">8 months fixed term contract role.

POSITION INFO:

Key Skills & Competencies Required

1. Financial & Commercial Management

Proven experience in order entry and project financial administration.
Strong ability to plan, execute, and maintain project revenue and costings.
Proficiency in preparing journal entries, conducting project calculations, and performing monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
Experience managing credit notes (internal and external) and processing accurate invoicing.

2. Forecasting & Reporting

Ability to deliver precise revenue forecasting aligned with project timelines.
Experience in Operating Working Capital (OWC) forecasting.
Skilled in preparing and presenting monthly, quarterly, and annual commercial project reports, including CCM reporting.

3. Project Coordination & Administration

Demonstrated ability to participate in and lead project meetings with crossâfunctional teams.
Strong capability in project reporting, tracking performance, and ensuring compliance with internal standards.

4. Inventory & Vendor Management

Competence in managing stock reconciliations and inventory movements (Invivo experience advantageous).
Experience in purchasing from international vendors, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery.

5. Technical & Analytical Skills

Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial systems.
Strong analytical thinking with the ability to interpret commercial data and drive insights.
High attention to detail and accuracy under tight deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

Diploma/Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Management, or related field.
Experience in projectâbased environments or commercial finance roles.
Understanding of global supply chain and vendor processes.

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