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.
Reporting to Global S&OP Manager, the primary responsibility of this role focuses in creating Global supply plans to support the Business Unit’s Global demand forecast and communicate the supply plans to the appropriate manufacturing location. This role will work closely with the originating Business unit to understand the Global demand forecast and any changes to the forecast that could cause supply constraints in the Global supply chain. The role will actively support the governance and execution of a Business Unit’s Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process and be responsible for creating the data and review material for the various meetings and forums. Full support on the implementation of Integrated Business Planning (IBP) is also required. This role is Global and not limited to supporting a single manufacturing site or location.
About the Job:Collaborate with Product Management and Sales teams to develop global demand forecasts (mid/long term) and subsequent global supply plans.
Lead demand planning strategy and review cross-functional forecast accuracy performance.
Support and participate in business-level S&OP governance, facilitating inputs for Executive S&OP meetings.
Collaborate with site operations and supply chain teams to ensure adherence to supply plans, tracking performance to plan, and conducting scenario planning for optimized capacity vs. demand.
Develop global inventory outlooks and forecasts, identifying and driving actions to achieve target goals.
Support global End-of-Life (EOL), New Product Introduction (NPI), and Excess & Obsolete (E&O) initiatives.
Conduct projects leading to process improvements and optimization across international and multi-site teams.
- BA/BS degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or an equivalent field.
8+ years of work experience in Supply Chain, including hands-on experience in Demand Planning.
Strong background and understanding of core supply chain management principles (Demand Planning, Production Planning, Master Scheduling, Material Planning, and Logistics).
Strong analytical skills with a robust mindset for critical thinking and problem-solving.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to converse effectively across various organizational levels, including management.
Proficient with SAP/ERP systems and advanced MS Excel skills, alongside general proficiency across business software packages.
High level of English proficiency (both written and spoken).
Flexibility to attend early morning and evening global calls, with willingness to travel internationally up to 15% of the time.
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 Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or an equivalent field
- 8+ years of supply chain work experience, including hands-on demand planning experience
- Strong understanding of demand planning, production planning, master scheduling, material planning, and logistics
- Strong analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including communication with management
- Proficiency with SAP or ERP systems
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and general business software proficiency
- High level of written and spoken English proficiency
- Flexibility to attend early morning and evening global calls
- Willingness to travel internationally up to 15% of the time
Littelfuse Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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
