Sustainability Manager

Littelfuse; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 104,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and 11 holidays

Flexible and remote work options

$900 Lifestyle Spending Account

Tuition reimbursement (up to $20,000)

Lean Six Sigma certification andcareer

Life, disability, and voluntary ins

Job summary

Littelfuse in Chicago, IL is seeking a Sustainability Manager to lead global sustainability programs and ESG reporting. You will partner with global functions to ensure accurate reporting, drive process improvements, and manage the Sustainability Analyst team.

You'll oversee data governance, regulatory readiness, and emissions reporting (Scope 1-3), while collaborating with Product Management, R&D, Supply Chain, and EHS to advance product sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or 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

ESG reporting

Program leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory readiness

GHG accounting

Data governance

Cross-functional

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About Littelfuse

Littelfuse (NASDAQ: LFUS) 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. Our global reach is matched by a culture that empowers innovation and long-term growth. 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.

The Sustainability Manager

The Sustainability Manager is responsible for executing and continuously improving Littelfuse's global sustainability programs, ESG reporting, data governance, and regulatory readiness initiatives. Reporting to the Sustainability Director, this role partners with global business functions to ensure accurate sustainability reporting, strengthen operational processes, and support the company's sustainability commitments. The Manager also leads the Sustainability Analyst team.

About Your Job

• 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.

About You

• 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 of experience 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.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively across global teams.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 20%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, electronics, or technology industries.
• Experience with sustainability reporting platforms, data governance, and assurance processes.
• Knowledge of product sustainability, lifecycle assessment (LCA), and circular economy principles.
• Familiarity with sustainability regulations across North America, Europe, and Asia.
• Professional certifications in sustainability, environmental management, or ESG.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match and annual contribution
• Paid time off and 11 holidays
• Flexible and remote work options
• $900 Lifestyle Spending Account
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $20,000)
• Lean Six Sigma certification and career development opportunities
• Life, disability, and voluntary insurance options.

#LI-FFP Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.

Salary Range

$104,400 - $146,100. The salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience. At Littelfuse, we support employee growth and development. Guided by our culture principles, our teams work together to deliver value for customers and make a positive impact in the communities where we operate. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to grow and contribute. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, performance-based incentives, flexible work arrangements, and development opportunities.

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.