Global ESG & Sustainability Programs Lead

Interruptores de Mexico; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 104,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Remote work options

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Littelfuse is seeking a Senior Sustainability Programs & Team Leader to drive global sustainability initiatives, coordinate ESG reporting, and lead a team of Sustainability Analysts. The role partners with Product Management, R&D, Supply Chain, and EHS to ensure comprehensive sustainability integration across operations.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in sustainability/ESG, 5+ years of team leadership in a global setting, and experience with GRI, SASB, TCFD/ISSB, and CDP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in sustainability, ESG, environmental programs, climate management, or corporate reporting.
• 5+ years leading complex programs, projects, or cross-functional teams in a global organization.
• Experience with ESG reporting, sustainability data management, regulatory readiness, and carbon accounting.
• Knowledge of sustainability reporting frameworks, including GRI, SASB, TCFD/ISSB, and CDP.
• Familiarity with greenhouse gas accounting and Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions.
• Strong project management, analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Manage the execution of global sustainability initiatives, translating strategic priorities into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.
• Lead, coach, and develop the Sustainability Analyst team, ensuring accountability, quality, and timely delivery.
• Partner with global teams to integrate sustainability requirements into business operations and drive continuous improvement.
• Manage sustainability reporting activities, including the annual Sustainability Report, ESG disclosures, and stakeholder questionnaires.
• Support compliance readiness for emerging sustainability regulations and reporting frameworks, including GRI, SASB, TCFD/ISSB, and CDP.
• Coordinate internal and external assurance activities, reporting controls, and supporting documentation.
• Oversee sustainability data collection, reporting systems, governance processes, and internal controls across global operations.
• Support greenhouse gas inventory management, including Scope 1, Scope 2, and Scope 3 emissions reporting.
• Improve data quality, accuracy, consistency, and auditability while supporting climate-related initiatives.
• Manage customer sustainability requests, ESG questionnaires, and stakeholder reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with Product Management, R&D, Supply Chain, and EHS to support product sustainability initiatives.
• Coordinate sustainability governance activities, executive reporting, and cross-functional engagement.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Sustainability/Environmental Science/Engineering/Business Administration

Job description

Littelfuse is seeking a Senior Sustainability Programs & Team Leader to drive global sustainability initiatives, coordinate ESG reporting, and lead a team of Sustainability Analysts. The role partners with Product Management, R&D, Supply Chain, and EHS to ensure comprehensive sustainability integration across operations.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years in sustainability/ESG, 5+ years of team leadership in a global setting, and experience with GRI, SASB, TCFD/ISSB, and CDP.