Production Planner

Legrand AV, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Paid time off (PTO)

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Bonus opportunities

Volunteer time off

Employee Resource Group

Job summary

Legrand is seeking a Production Planner in Reno, Nevada to coordinate production schedules and align with manufacturing, purchasing, and sales teams. You will balance demand, capacity, and inventory to meet customer commitments in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, process improvement, and accurate planning data, with a focus on on-time delivery and operating within ISO and ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of supply chain experience, preferably in production planning or scheduling.
• Knowledge of DDMRP.
• Experience with ERP materials management and production planning systems.

Responsibilities

• Create and release work orders based on MRP demand, customer orders, and forecast requirements.
• Provide accurate ship date information and scheduling feedback to Sales and Customer Service teams.
• Develop work orders for production, SKU conversions, and rework activities.
• Monitor production order progress and adjust schedules to meet delivery commitments.
• Expedite critical orders across the supply chain.

Skills

MRP

ERP systems

Excel

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management

Tools

MS Office

ERP software

Job description

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Production Planner to join the Power & Thermal Management division in Reno.

You will play a key role in ensuring our customers receive products when they need them. By balancing customer demand, production capacity, and inventory requirements, you help drive operational excellence, support business growth, and contribute to a positive customer experience. Your work connects multiple teams and directly impacts our ability to deliver on our commitments.

Mission Statement

Legrand is seeking a collaborative and detail-oriented Production Planner to join our team in Reno, Nevada. In this role, you will develop and manage production schedules, coordinate with manufacturing and purchasing teams, and help ensure customer orders are fulfilled efficiently and on time. If you enjoy solving problems, working cross-functionally, and improving processes in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you.

What Will You Do?

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Create and release work orders based on MRP demand, customer orders, and forecast requirements.
• Provide accurate ship date information and scheduling feedback to Sales and Customer Service teams.
• Develop work orders for production, SKU conversions, and rework activities.
• Monitor production order progress and adjust schedules as needed to support delivery commitments.
• Expedite critical orders across the supply chain.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Production, Purchasing, Customer Service, Sales, Engineering, and Finance teams to ensure schedule alignment.
• Participate in daily production planning meetings and communicate priorities clearly.
• Maintain communication regarding customer demand, open opportunities, and production constraints.
• Support S&OP discussions through planning updates and insights.

Continuous Improvement & Operational Support

• Identify and support process improvements related to planning, inventory management, and customer service.
• Assist with new product launches and planning requirements.
• Support cost-reduction initiatives and operational efficiency efforts.
• Develop and maintain planning bills of material.
• Participate in internal and external audits.
• Contribute to a safe, organized, and collaborative work environment.
• Participate in departmental cross-training and additional projects as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of related supply chain experience, preferably in production planning or scheduling within a manufacturing environment.

Position Requirements

• Knowledge of Demand Driven Material Requirements Planning (DDMRP).
• Strong project management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience working with ERP materials management and production planning systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across functions.
• Familiarity with ISO 9000 standards and audit processes.

Note: The above Job Description is representative of the responsibilities and qualifications necessary to be successful in this role. It does not encompass every job duty or responsibility; other tasks may be assigned as necessary. Further the job description does not alter the at-will nature of employment with Legrand and does not create a contract of employment.

Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Its comprehensive offering of solutions for residential, commercial, and datacenter markets makes it a benchmark for customers worldwide.

Trusted by the world's largest hyperscalers, Legrand's Power & Thermal Management division helps operators manage the critical infrastructure that powers modern data centers. Through a portfolio of best-in-class brands spanning power, cooling, connectivity, management, and supporting infrastructure, we enable customers to deploy, operate, and scale high-density environments. Combining deep domain expertise with a customizable design approach and dedicated support services, we help customers build and operate resilient infrastructure that meets current performance requirements while adapting to future demands. Power & Thermal Management industry-leading brands include Approved Networks, Raritan, Server Technology, Starline, Ortronics, Kratos Industries, and ZPE Systems.

Legrand, North & Central America offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• high employer 401K match
• paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• short-term and long-term disability benefit plans
• above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave
• bonus opportunities in accordance with the Company's incentive plans
• paid time off to volunteer
• active/growing Employee Resource Group network

For more information, visit legrand.us.