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.
Position SummaryThe Global Product Manager is responsible for the strategy, growth, profitability and lifecycle management of assigned Littelfuse Overvoltage Protection product lines. The role acts as the business owner of the portfolio and works across global Sales, Engineering, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain and Finance teams to translate market needs into profitable growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the global product strategy, roadmap and growth plan for assigned product lines.
- Own product-line revenue, profitability, pricing, forecasting, product mix and business performance.
- Manage the complete product lifecycle, including new product introduction, portfolio expansion, rationalization and end-of-life decisions.
- Lead Voice of Customer, market analysis, competitive benchmarking and business-case development for new products.
- Partner with Engineering and R&D to define product requirements and drive timely commercialization and launch execution.
- Develop global pricing strategies and support key quotations, design- in opportunities and customer negotiations.
- Monitor market trends, competitors, technologies and customer requirements across major regions and applications.
- Work with Operations and Supply Chain on demand planning, inventory, capacity, cost reduction and service performance.
- Create product positioning, value propositions, sales tools and training with Marketing and Application Engineering.
- Communicate product priorities and performance to global stakeholders and drive cross-functional alignment.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or a related discipline; MBA is preferred.
- Typically, 7+ years of experience in product management, engineering, applications, marketing or commercial roles in electronic components, circuit protection, semiconductors or power electronics.
- Experience managing global product lines, pricing, financial analysis, new product development and commercialization.
- Knowledge of overvoltage protection technologies is strongly preferred.
- Strong business acumen, analytical capability and understanding of product-line P&L drivers.
- Ability to influence and lead global cross-functional teams in a matrix organization.
- Excellent communication, customer engagement and presentation skills.
- Ability to travel internationally as required.
Key Competencies
Strategic mindset | Customer focus | Commercial and financial acumen | Analytical decision-making | Cross-functional leadership | Global collaboration | Accountability for results
Preferred Industry Background
Electronic components, circuit protection, semiconductors, power electronics or adjacent technology markets. Relevant application knowledge may include industrial electronics, renewable energy, EV charging, automotive electronics, energy storage, data-center infrastructure, building systems and consumer electronics.
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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:
$123,100 - $190,780The 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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related discipline
- Typically 7+ years of experience in product management, engineering, applications, marketing, or commercial roles in electronic components, circuit protection, semiconductors, power electronics, or adjacent technology markets
- Experience managing global product lines, pricing, financial analysis, new product development, and commercialization
- Strong business acumen, analytical capability, and understanding of product-line P&L drivers
- Ability to influence and lead global cross-functional teams in a matrix organization
- Excellent communication, customer engagement, and presentation skills
- Ability to travel internationally as required
- MBA
- Knowledge of overvoltage protection technologies
Littelfuse Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Littelfuse and has not been reviewed or approved by Littelfuse.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan includes a company match with an additional annual contribution, with plan details also referenced in corporate filings. This structure indicates dependable retirement support across U.S. roles.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A Lifestyle Spending Account and tuition reimbursement, plus wellness resources and an Employee Assistance Program, expand the package beyond core insurance. Development programs such as Lean Six Sigma certifications reinforce a holistic rewards mix.
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Healthcare Strength — Core medical, dental, and vision coverage are standard and described as solid and workable. Coverage breadth is supported globally with EAP access.
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What We Do
Littelfuse is an industrial technology manufacturing company empowering a sustainable, connected, and safer world. Across more than 15 countries, and with 17,000 global associates, we partner with customers to design and deliver innovative, reliable solutions. Serving over 100,000 end customers, our products are found in a variety of industrial, transportation, and electronics end markets—everywhere, every day. Headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, United States, Littelfuse was founded in 1927. View our broad and deep product portfolio: https://www.littelfuse.com/ Littelfuse has had a long-standing commitment to ensuring a diversified workforce through equal employment opportunities. Maintaining a diversified workforce is critical to the success of our organization. Each associate receives equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex (with or without sexual conduct), marital status, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, order of protection status, military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, genetic information, unfavorable discharge from military service, and any other protected class under federal, state or local law
