Centurion: Production Planning Manager posted by The Hiring House

March 22, 2026 Jobs in Centurion

The Hiring House

Gauteng

Logistics Sales

Job Description

About the Role

The Centurion: Production Planning Manager role at The Hiring House is a critical position that requires a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead production planning, manage product portfolios, and drive business growth through effective campaign planning and execution.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and manage the product portfolio, ensuring alignment with market & distributor needs, and company strategy.
Plan monthly and promotional campaigns across the direct selling channel across the different markets the client is operating in.
Pricing: responsible for price setting, developing and driving pricing strategies to maximise sales and profitability.
Track and analyse campaign performance and where applicable, identify areas of improvements.
Instrumental in reviewing and selecting product ordering from the client’s plants globally.
Collaborate with digital and content team on the themes and selling tools for distributors and Salesforce.
Prepare monthly postmortem plans to analyse the performance of a campaign.
Measure and analyse product and campaign performance, providing recommendations for improvement.
Communicate and collaborate with cross functional teams and stakeholders within the organisation.
Deliver campaigns that deliver operating profit.
Lead demand planning and product forecasting in collaboration with supply chain.
Track sales performance, highlighting risks and opportunities for product categories.
Effective management of excess stock tracking performance of plans/products and make plans for excess stock.
Creative: Work with the creative team in conceptualizing company marketing materials for direct selling channel.
Distributor queries: effectively handle and resolve Distributor queries pertaining to product promotions.
Partner with Sales team to work on monthly launches, product training material to support Distributors and Sales Force.
Reporting and presentations: present monthly campaign sign offs and weekly sales updates to the team.
Ensure pricing can be finalised within required timelines and campaign product codes and images are loaded.

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Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Management or related field.
5+ years product planning experience
Direct selling experience a prerequisite.

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About Logistics Sales Jobs in Gauteng

Logistics sales positions are a crucial component of various industries across Gauteng, South Africa. Typically, this field is characterized by strong demand for professionals with expertise in supply chain management, procurement, and distribution. Generally speaking, the job market trend in Gauteng shows a steady growth in the number of logistics sales roles available, driven by the country’s ongoing economic expansion and increasing trade volumes.

When it comes to compensation, salaries for logistics sales positions vary widely depending on factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. Broadly speaking, salaries typically range from R400 000 to R800 000 per annum, although these figures are subject to variation and may be higher or lower in certain circumstances. For instance, professionals with extensive experience or working in larger companies may expect higher salaries, while those starting their careers may earn on the lower end of this range.

Common skills required for logistics sales roles include strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and negotiation skills, knowledge of transportation management systems, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Additionally, many employers place a high value on professionals with experience working with supply chain software, having strong business development skills, and being familiar with industry-specific regulations and standards.

Logistics sales positions are commonly found across various sectors, including manufacturing, technology, financial services, and e-commerce. These industries often require logistics sales professionals to build relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure efficient delivery of goods.

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Career progression for logistics sales professionals is typically straightforward. With experience and additional qualifications, many individuals can move into senior roles, such as operations manager or business development manager, or transition into related fields like procurement or supply chain management. Furthermore, the skills acquired in a logistics sales role are often transferable to other industries, providing opportunities for career diversification and growth.

This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.

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