Commercial Officer at Interactive Resource Management Ltd
Confidential
Nairobi, Kenya
Permanent
Published 1 month ago · Expires 4 weeks from now
Job description
## Title: Commercial Officer
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Commercial Officer to join our team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting commercial operations, preparing competitive quotations, driving business growth, and ensuring accurate documentation for client shipments. This position requires strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to securing and maintaining business.
Key Responsibilities
- Receive rate requests and issue timely and accurate quotations
- Prepare detailed quotes for new business, including service rates, contracts, and legal service agreements, ensuring all terms are agreed upon prior to service commencement
- Conduct market research and prepare competitive quotations for potential clients
- Follow up on all issued quotations to ensure conversion and secure new business
- Ensure accurate preparation and submission of shipment documentation based on cargo type and relevant regulatory requirements
- Submit weekly and monthly activity reports, or as required by the supervisor
- Assist in preparing client contracts and ensure timely renewals upon expiry
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities within existing client accounts to grow revenue and strengthen client relationships
- Market the company and its sister companies to clients and importers to expand commercial opportunities
- Perform any other related duties assigned by Management
Qualifications & Skills
- Diploma or Degree in Business, Commerce, Marketing, Logistics, or related field
- Experience in a commercial, business development, or logistics environment (advantageous)
- Strong negotiation, communication, and customer relationship management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and professionalism
- Proficiency in MS Office and general business reporting