Leader, Enterprise Lean & Operational Excellence, Asia

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 Regional Enterprise Lean Six Sigma Leader is responsible for supporting and deploying the Littelfuse Enterprise Lean Six Sigma (ELSS) roadmap across regional manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, and support functions in Asia. This role will partner with site and regional leaders to execute improvement priorities, facilitate kaizen and Lean Six Sigma projects, strengthen daily management practices, and build local problem-solving capability. As part of the global ELSS network, the Regional ELSS Leader will help standardize tools, share best practices, and deliver measurable, sustainable improvements aligned with business priorities.

• Regional ELSS Deployment – Support deployment of the Littelfuse ELSS strategy across regional operations, ensuring alignment with site priorities and global ELSS standards.
• Continuous Improvement Execution – Help develop and execute the regional CI roadmap, including kaizen events, value-stream improvement activities, and practical capability-building initiatives.
• Performance Improvement Support – Facilitate measurable improvements in safety, quality, delivery, cost, inventory, and productivity using Lean Six Sigma methods and standard work.
• Capability Development – Train, coach, and mentor site teams and CI practitioners to strengthen Lean Six Sigma skills and problem-solving capability.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, and HR to integrate CI activities into daily management and operating rhythms.
• Operational Assessments – Conduct site assessments, maturity reviews, and benchmarking activities to identify improvement opportunities and support action planning.
• Culture Building – Promote accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement through coaching, communication, and recognition of local improvement efforts.
• Project Prioritization Support – Help site and regional leaders prioritize CI projects based on business impact, resource availability, and alignment to operational goals.
• Digital and Data Enablement – Support the use of digital tools, dashboards, and analytics to improve visibility, problem solving, and performance tracking.
• Global ELSS Network Participation – Participate in the global ELSS network to share best practices, apply standard tools, and support enterprise-wide initiatives as assigned.
• Littelfuse Operating Model – Advance the five operating model capabilities: Operations Strategy Deployment, Daily Management 365, Quality Management Systems, Continuous Improvement, and Organization & Talent.

• Education – Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field).
• Lean Six Sigma Expertise – Demonstrated experience applying Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement methods in manufacturing or operations environments. Lean Six Sigma certification required; Black Belt certification or equivalent experience preferred.
• Operational Experience – 7+ years in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, or continuous improvement roles with experience leading projects or supporting multi-site improvement efforts.
• Regional & Cross-Cultural Collaboration – Experience working across sites or functions with the ability to influence teams in a matrixed environment.

• Analytical & Problem‑Solving Skills – Strong command of data‑driven decision‑making, statistical analysis, and structured problem solving.

• Change Support – Ability to coach teams, support adoption of standard work, and help sustain improvement practices.
• Communication Skills – Ability to communicate improvement concepts clearly and influence site and regional stakeholders.

• Influence Without Authority – Proven ability to drive results in matrixed or decentralized environments.

Success Measures

• Improvement in priority operational performance metrics across assigned sites
• Increased Lean Six Sigma participation, coaching, and certification progress
• Sustained use of ELSS tools, standard work, and daily management practices
• High engagement and participation in CI initiatives
• Improved project execution, cost savings, and operational maturity within the region
• Active contribution to global ELSS best-practice sharing and standard tool adoption

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.