Sr. Global Procurement Manager, Carling

About the role

Littelfuse is a diversified industrial technology manufacturing company shaping solutions for the safe and efficient transfer of electrical energy. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, we serve customers across industrial, transportation, and electronics markets worldwide. With approximately 16,000 employees we design and manufacture innovative technologies that support electrification, energy efficiency, and advanced automation.

Guided by our principles We Care, We Succeed With Our Customers, and We Own the Outcome, we work collaboratively, think boldly, and deliver solutions that move industries forward. This role will lead a global procurement team to manage sourcing activity, develop category strategy, and source the best suppliers from the global market.

Responsibilities

• Develop category strategy, execute category strategy to optimize supplier base, and drive out material saving/avoidance through negotiation, localization, 2nd source, VA/VE projects
• Manage supplier performance, drive suppliers to continue improving their cost, lead-time, MOQ, and quality, and develop dual source for key components
• Lead a global procurement team to ensure the team is working in the right direction and in an efficient process, support new projects, select the right suppliers, and manage project timelines
• Sign contracts with key suppliers to protect our business, support plant to expedite materials to fulfill customer orders and grow revenue
• Optimize team organization structure, build a high-efficiency and professional procurement team, and be fully compliant
• Cross BU category synergy to maximize savings for T&L, and continue to improve our supplier base by global benchmarking

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering, Master's degree preferred
• Procurement experience in the automotive industry, global supplier sourcing, negotiation, contract, and management skills
• Strong category management, time management, and sense of urgency
• Customer focus, strong communication skills, and data analysis
• Ability to be flexible for changes and new requests, be proactive, and have direct report management skills

Skills

• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Data analysis and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks effectively
• Strong leadership and management skills

Pay

The salary range for this position is $140,800 - $203,860, depending on location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience.

Schedule

This role requires up to 20% travel.

Benefits

We offer competitive compensation and benefits, performance-based incentives, flexible work arrangements, and development opportunities.