Sr. Supply Chain Manager

Littelfuse; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global manufacturer seeks a Senior Supply Chain Manager to oversee procurement, inventory management, and team development. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in supply chain leadership, ensuring compliance and optimizing processes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in a Senior Supply Chain or Logistics leadership role.
• Proven expertise in core supply chain functions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee purchasing activities and manage inventory.
• Ensure compliance with quality and environmental standards.
• Lead and develop the supply chain team.

Skills

Project Management

Organizational Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Tools

ERP Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Littelfuse is one of America’s Best Mid-Sized Companies (Forbes) and has been named one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois (Best Companies Group) for 11 consecutive years. With its global headquarters in Chicago, Illinois, USA, Littelfuse is a leading, global manufacturer of electronic components serving more than 100,000 end customers across industrial, transportation, and electronics end markets. We have more than 17,000 employees with operations in 15 countries. From semiconductors to sensors… switches to fuses and more… we produce billions of electronic components that help our customers empower a sustainable, connected, and safer world. In 2021, Littelfuse had net sales of $2.1 billion.

We are looking for a Senior Supply Chain Manager to lead the efficient flow of materials, equipment, and finished goods. The role ensures timely, cost-effective, and accurate supply and distribution to meet internal and external customer needs.

About the job:

Oversee purchasing activities to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of quality goods and services.

Manage inventory to meet targets, prevent shortages, and ensure accurate stock records and proper storage.

Coordinate with PEZA, Customs, suppliers, and other external partners.

Ensure compliance with quality (QMS) and environmental (EMS) standards, government regulations, labor laws, and company policies.

Lead and develop the supply chain team by setting goals, providing coaching, and driving performance.

Build and maintain a strong supply chain structure aligned with company's strategy.

Optimize purchasing, vendor management, warehousing, and distribution processes.

Participate in key decision-making committees like MRB and PCRB.

Handle vendor concerns and resolve supplier issues effectively.

Conduct regular audits and reviews to track performance and implement improvement measures.

Ensure department adherence to corporate policies, ISO standards, and business ethics.

About you:

10+ years of relevant experience in a Senior Supply Chain or Logistics leadership role.

Proven expertise in project management and core supply chain functions, including inventory, warehousing, and distribution.

Strong proficiency in ERP systems (preferably SAP) and Microsoft Office applications.

Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop teams toward performance goals.

Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Knowledge of PEZA, Customs regulations, and compliance standards (e.g., ISO 9000, ISO 14000, TS 16949) is an advantage.

Littelfuse strives to empower associate growth and development in a culture of ongoing collaboration and respect for diverse global perspectives and expertise. Our Core Values – Respect, Customer Focus, Agility, and Collaboration – support us on our mission to improve the safety, reliability, efficiency, and performance of our customers’ products and systems.

We are an equal opportunity employer that takes pride in giving every associate the means and courage to make a difference – everywhere, every day.

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About Us

Our humble roots date back to 1927, where, in the back of a garage on Chicago’s northside, our founder, Edward Sundt, developed a small, fast-acting, protective fuse for use in sensitive test meters. Sundt wanted to call his new company producing these small fuses, “Little Fuse,” but wasn’t allowed to trademark two such common words. So, instead he went with the one-word, misspelled “Littelfuse.”

For more than 95 years, Littelfuse has pioneered innovative products that help empower a sustainable, connected, and safer world. With the ever-evolving electrification and electronification of customer applications, our product technologies are closely linked to sustainable applications such as electric vehicles and EV charging infrastructure, renewable energy and energy storage, factory automation, power management and more.

Throughout our history, our people have been the foundation of our success — and that remains true today. Now more than ever, our bright and talented people are a strategic advantage for the company. From the production line to the engineering lab, the office or distribution center, Littelfuse people are an important part of a diverse, talented team of the best and brightest in the industry. While Littelfuse has experienced tremendous growth in recent years, we still maintain a small-company, entrepreneurial approach where your efforts will drive our culture, our business, and the overall success of the organization. No matter where you work or what you do, your contributions will make a difference at Littelfuse — everywhere, every day.

Littelfuse is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, and/or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.