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NventProduction Planner
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Salary$63k – $117k
LocationCentralia, IL, US
Work modeon-site
SeniorityEntry
Experience1–3 yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 14, 2026 · 3w ago
Verified live3d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Knowledge of MRP and material flow processes.
Analytical thinking and problem solving.
Ability to adapt rapidly to changes and function in a high stress, high pressure environment with a positive attitude.
Proficient use with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, Windows, PowerPoint.
Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain is preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
1-3 years of previous experience in production planning, supply chain or manufacturing is preferred.
Skills
Microsoft Excel
Outlook
Word
Windows
PowerPoint
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Flexible spending accounts
Short term disability
Long term disability
Critical illness insurance
Accident insurance
Life insurance
401(k)
Employee stock purchase plan
Company match
Tuition reimbursement
Caregiver leave
Personal leave
Parental leave
Back up care services
Paid time off
Volunteer time
Well being program
Legal and identity theft protection
About the company
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 IN THIS POSITION:
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Create, review, and release manufacturing and/or purchase orders in a timely manner; expedite, cancel, defer as needed.
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Plan and publish an executable, frozen five day production schedule that meets customer demand and stocking levels.
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Coordinate Raw Materials and components to support schedule.
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Maintain optimum inventory levels to ensure on-time deliverables to meet customer requirements while minimizing carrying costs and premium transportation charges.
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Develop expertise in using the ERP system and play a key role in the implementation of the new ERP system.
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Assist with SKU creation and management, including establishing stock status, and safety stock levels as applicable.
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Notify and work with appropriate personnel when problems arise in regards to equipment, materials, inventory, documentation, invoice discrepancies, raw materials replenishment, delivery or quality performance.
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Escalate and keep operations and management informed of critical situations.
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Ensure prompt disposition of any non-conformances to minimize impact to the schedule.
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Communicate lead times and respond to inquiries on customer orders and quotes; ensure responses are communicated promptly and professionally.
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Develop and maintain a working knowledge of assigned parts & processes.
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Participate actively in lean initiatives, team activities and continuous improvement projects.
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Performs rotational assignments as needed and other responsibilities and/or duties as apparent or assigned.
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Partner with Finance and Operations to complete physical inventories.
YOU HAVE:
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Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain is preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.
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1-3 years of previous experience in production planning, supply chain or manufacturing is preferred.
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Knowledge of MRP and material flow processes.
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Analytical thinking and problem solving.
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Ability to adapt rapidly to changes and function in a high stress, high pressure environment with a positive attitude.
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Proficient use with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, Windows, PowerPoint.
WE HAVE:
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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
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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.
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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.
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Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
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We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
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Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
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Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being:
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Innovative & adaptable
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Dedicated to absolute integrity
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Focused on the customer first
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Respectful and team oriented
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Optimistic and energizing
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Accountable for performance
Benefits
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Benefits to support the lives of our employees
Pay Transparency
nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.
Compensation Range:
$62,900.00 - $116,900.00
Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.
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:
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Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
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A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match.
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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.