Planning Manager

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Planning Manager to join the Data, Power & Control Division in Reno, NV.

Under the direction of the Director of Manufacturing Operations, the Planning Manager will lead, coach, and mentor the planning team in all essential functions of the planning department including Master Production Schedule, buying and managing for contract manufacturers, S&OP demand, and forecasting. The Planning Manager needs to have advanced knowledge to utilize system tools inclusive of material requirements and capacity planning to ensure that the supply chain is effective in meeting the needs of our customers while maintaining required delivery and inventory goals. The Planning Manager has a significant impact on customer service and production activity and therefore must be a creative thinker with sound decision-making ability that acts with the customer in mind.

The Planning Manager will ensure that all assigned duties are performed with the highest quality, efficiently, and according to the established departmental and company policies, procedures, and goals. The Planning Manager, as with all members of the Power, Access & Control Team (PAC), is expected to promote a positive work environment, demonstrate initiative, professionalism, personal awareness, integrity, and exercise confidentiality.

Main Job Duties:

• Assist the Production Control Manager and Purchasing Manager in developing and maintaining the Resource Requirements Plan and Rough-cut Capacity Plan to support the company’s revenue and operational goals.
• As directed, provide input to senior management to establish and attain strategic goals.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Product Management, and Engineering in launching new products to support the company’s strategic goals.
• Analyze forecasted demand to ensure safety stock and strategic inventory levels on finished goods and semi-processed goods are maintained.
• Prepare S&OP meeting agenda and lead meeting discussion.
• Maintain material master records that pertain to planning data in the ERP system including developing and processing planning bills of material.
• Coordinate with Contract Manufacturers (CM) to order and schedule finished goods and subassemblies, set priorities, communicate on components issues, and act as a general liaison for PAC and CM needs.
• Provide regular updates to customer service teams to meet or exceed customer expectations and establish effective relationships.
• Expedite critical orders throughout the supply chain.
• Maintain internal electronic communication (chatter) on open customer opportunities and provide input at S&OP meetings.
• Manage and maintain inventory levels to ensure an uninterrupted supply of parts while maintaining optimal inventory levels; ensure customer reliability and meet target inventory turns.
• Initiate and participate in continuous improvement activities related to production planning, customer service, and inventory management.
• Perform planning functions required to achieve the timely and successful launch of new products and, as assigned, participate in new product development teams.
• Facilitate the development and tracking of key metrics to ensure established goals are achieved.
• Aid in the development of the department budget and monitor performance and adherence.
• Actively participate in ongoing company cost reduction efforts.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Participate in staff selection/interview process. Oversee recruiting, hiring, and training of planning staff.
• Supervise and provide support and direction to all planning staff. Resolve personnel issues and support team building with positive and open communication.
• Develop policies, procedures, and work instructions to support all department functions necessary for achieving corporate goals and objectives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education: Bachelor's degree from a four-year College or University with emphasis in Supply Chain Management, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience: 

• Minimum 8 years of related experience within the supply chain function, preferably in planning/scheduling in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 3 years in a leadership role with direct responsibility for department budgets.
• Demonstrated decision-making and original/creative problem-solving skills.
• APICS Basic Certification or in the progress of obtaining APICS Basic Certification preferred.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

• Knowledge of Demand Driven Material Requirements Planning (DDMRP), certification preferred.
• Project management skills including planning, organizing, and coordinating tasks.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks along with excellent time management skills and customer service skills.
• Computer proficient with working knowledge of MRP/ ERP software and Microsoft Office products (Word/Excel/Outlook/PowerPoint), experience with Salesforce.com preferred.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to provide information across multiple groups in the Company including Production, Finance, Engineering, Marketing, and Sales.
• Strong organizational and planning skills and the ability to work independently.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment is fast-paced and priorities can shift quickly. All employees are expected to go outside their primary responsibilities when required, and multi-task job duties regularly. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs/ladder; balance; stoop, kneel crouch or crawl; talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.

About Legrand

Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR) with revenue of €7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries. For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions/sector: Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting.  We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers’ needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network.  LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity.  For more information, visit legrand.us

About Legrand’s Data Center Power and Control Division

The industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrand’s Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures. Our division designs, manufactures, and markets world-class products for a more productive and sustainable future. The exceptional reliability of our technologies results from decades of proven performance and a dedication to research and development. 

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