PpLittelfuse 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. /p pWe’re looking for a strategic, technically strong bSenior Product Manager /b to lead the Industrial Circuit Protection – IEC Standard Fuses portfolio. This role shapes product strategy, drives new product development, manages supplier relationships, and ensures profitable growth across global markets. If you thrive at the intersection of engineering, market strategy, and customer engagement — and you know the IEC fuse landscape inside and out — this is your opportunity to make a major impact. /p h3About The Job /h3 h3Product Strategy Market Leadership /h3 ul liOwn and evolve the product strategy for the IEC fuse portfolio. /li liBuild and maintain a comprehensive product roadmap. /li liAnalyze market trends, competitive positioning, and emerging technologies. /li liSupport market modeling and strategic planning for the Industrial Business Unit. /li liIdentify and manage relationships with global suppliers. /li /ul h3New Product Development Product Enhancements /h3 ul liIdentify new product opportunities and lead the introduction of IEC standard fuses. /li liTranslate customer and market needs into product requirements. /li liPartner with Engineering, Sales, and Marcom to ensure successful product launches. /li liDrive product readiness, documentation, and release processes. /li liExplore potential acquisitions or product line expansions. /li /ul h3Financial Operational Performance /h3 ul liSupport manufacturing line creation and operational implementation. /li liOwn product family profitability and pricing strategy. /li liMonitor performance and drive actions to improve revenue and margins. /li liLead product rationalization and manage inventory health. /li liSupport vendor negotiations and change management processes. /li /ul h3Sales Enablement /h3 ul liProvide technical and commercial support for key customer engagements. /li liParticipate in customer visits, presentations, and industry events. /li liSupport quoting, proposals, and sales release activities. /li /ul h3Customer Support /h3 ul liDeliver Tier 2 product support in collaboration with Sales, QA, Engineering, and Procurement. /li liEnsure customers receive timely, accurate product information. /li /ul h3About You /h3 ul li7–10 years of experience in industrial, electrical, or electronics manufacturing. /li liStrong background in Product Management within the industrial or electrical sector. /li liDeep knowledge of IEC fuse standards, applications, and European market landscape. /li liExperience working with or negotiating with IEC fuse manufacturers. /li liEngineering degree required (Electrical Engineering preferred). /li liMBA is a plus. /li liStrong analytical, communication, and presentation skills. /li liProficiency with PowerPoint, Excel; SAP/BW familiarity is a plus. /li liProven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. /li liSelf‑starter with strong cross‑functional collaboration skills. /li /ul h3Scope Travel /h3 ul liMulti‑continental responsibility across Europe and beyond. /li liUp to 40% travel required. /li /ul pLittelfuse strives to empower associate growth and development in a culture of ongoing collaboration and respect for diverse global perspectives and expertise. /p pOur Core Values – Respect, Customer Focus, Agility, Collaboration – support us in our mission to improve the safety, reliability, and performance of our customers’ products that use electrical energy. /p pWe are an equal-opportunity employer that takes pride in giving every associate the means and courage to make a difference – everywhere, every day. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr