Production Planner

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Capacity Planner to join the Legrand- Data, Power and Control Team in Reno, NV.

What Will You Do?

• Develop work orders from MRP demand and customer orders to meet sales order shipping dates according to sales forecasts or customer orders, Provide feedback to sales with accurate ship dates for customer orders.
• Independently create work orders for production, including conversion jobs for SKU conversions and rework jobs for discrepant material.
• Communicate and coordinate with production supervisors and purchasing teams to ensure schedule adherence and recovery if required.  Attend daily production planning meetings to convey production schedules to manufacturing.
• Provide regular updates to customer service teams to meet or exceed customer expectations and establish effective relationships.
• Track the progression of production orders, investigate factors that affect schedules, and modify plans as necessary.
• Expedite critical orders throughout the supply chain.
• Inform management of potential production problems and assist in the implementation of both short and long-term solutions.
• Participate in cross-training within the department to ensure understanding of all Planning Department responsibilities.
• Maintain internal communication on open customer opportunities and provide input at S&OP meetings. 
• 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 on new product development teams.
• Actively participate in ongoing company cost reduction efforts.
• Develop and process planning bills of material.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace.
• Display original thinking and creativity; Meet challenges with resourcefulness; Generate suggestions for improving work; Develop innovative approaches and ideas.
• Display willingness to make decisions; Exhibit sound and accurate judgment; Support and explain reasoning for decisions; Include appropriate people in the decision-making process; Make timely decisions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

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 3 years of related experience within the supply chain function, preferably in planning/scheduling in a manufacturing environment.

 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 ERP Materials Management and Production Planning tools. SAP preferred.
• Computer proficient with 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.
• Familiarity of ISO 9000 standards and audit process.

Preferred Skills

Desired Competencies:

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs work flows and procedures.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; exhibits good listening and comprehension; keeps others adequately informed; selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; analyzes market and competition; identifies external threats and opportunities; adapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in the decision-making process; makes timely decisions.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

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.  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 may occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and may rarely lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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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