Materials Planner

nVent • Solon, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions. WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE: Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer order, forecasts, and safety stock levels. Monitor inventory levels to prevent stockouts and overstock situations Coordinate with Production, Planning, Sourcing and Warehouse Team to ensure product availability Use ERP/MRP system to keep production data accurate and up to date Track progress on work orders and adjust plans as needed. Maintain accurate records of inventory, shipments, and distribution activities with our ERP system Monitor for any supply chain disruptions and propose a solution Identify and recommend process improvement ideas Maintain Distribution Order dating to optimize material flow from Manufacturing to the Distribution Center Communicate forecast changes to vendors and suppliers and follow up on open orders and delays. YOU HAVE: Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Analytics, Logistics, or a related field preferred. 2–4 years of experience in manufacturing planning role. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, SQL, and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). Familiarity with ERP and MES systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, M3, or similar). Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment. WE HAVE: A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com. Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being: Innovative & adaptable Dedicated to absolute integrity Focused on the customer first Respectful and team oriented Optimistic and energizing Accountable for performance Benefits to support the lives of our employees Benefit Overview At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes: Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance. A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match. Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection. At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other’s authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth. #LI-Onsite #LI - DP1 At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience in manufacturing planning role.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, SQL, and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Familiarity with ERP and MES systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, M3, or similar).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Analytics, Logistics, or a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules based on customer order, forecasts, and safety stock levels.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent stockouts and overstock situations
• Coordinate with Production, Planning, Sourcing and Warehouse Team to ensure product availability
• Use ERP/MRP system to keep production data accurate and up to date
• Track progress on work orders and adjust plans as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory, shipments, and distribution activities with our ERP system
• Monitor for any supply chain disruptions and propose a solution
• Identify and recommend process improvement ideas
• Maintain Distribution Order dating to optimize material flow from Manufacturing to the Distribution Center
• Communicate forecast changes to vendors and suppliers and follow up on open orders and delays.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
• Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level