SQL Commercial Manager - Freelance

SQL Commercial Manager

Join a UK-Based Glazing Specialist, Flexible Remote Work from Cape Town

Construction / Commercial Supply Chain | R230 - R460 per hour | Zero-Hour Freelance Contract

About Our Client

Our client is a UK-based supplier of premium commercial windows, doors, and curtain walling systems across residential and commercial builds. With expertise spanning aluminium, uPVC, timber, and composite framing, the company supports every stage of a project offering design, drafting, fabrication coordination, and installation services. They pride themselves on close partnerships with architects, contractors, and fabricators, and are known for delivering on both quality and innovation.

The Role : SQL Commercial Manager

This freelance role supports the commercial operations of a growing construction supply chain business. You'll manage and optimise SQL-based systems used for pricing, forecasting, invoicing, and procurement across multiple international projects. You'll also play a hands-on role in commercial reporting and supplier engagement, helping the business grow with accurate, timely insights.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain SQL-based commercial data models and reports

Track, analyse, and report on budgets, quotes, and supplier costs

Liaise with UK-based suppliers, clients, and project managers

Integrate data between pricing, procurement, and invoicing systems

Support cost / value reconciliation and weekly commercial reporting

Handle ad hoc commercial administration and analysis tasks

Optimise workflows to scale with growing project demands

Build strong relationships across internal and external stakeholders

About You

Minimum 3 years commercial SQL experience

Proven knowledge of budgeting, procurement data, or cost tracking

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Strong Excel / Google Sheets skills; Power BI or Airtable a plus

Based in Cape Town (or able to work UK business hours reliably)

Confident, personable, and proactive with a service-oriented mindset

Experience in glazing, aluminium framing, or construction supply chains highly preferred

Comfortable with zero-hour contract work and flexible task delivery

What's on Offer

Flexible, remote work arrangement with autonomy and variety

Hourly rate of R230R460 depending on experience and fit

Opportunity to collaborate closely with a UK-based team

Long-term freelance engagement for the right candidate

Role with equal focus on technical skill and human connection

Cultural Fit

This business values integrity, initiative, and meaningful relationships. If you enjoy making a visible impact, communicating proactively, and working with a team that treats its remote contributors as equals, youll thrive here.