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 directly to the Director of Procurement, you as a Procurement Manager will be responsible for leading procurement activities for the ICP plant in Piedras Negras, Mexico. You will drive supplier performance in cost, quality, and delivery while supporting the competitiveness of Littelfuse through strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier development, and continuous improvement projects. You will also be accountable for implementing annual cost reduction initiatives, supporting new product introductions, and ensuring procurement KPIs are achieved.

You will collaborate closely with Planning, Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, and Category Management to support production, engineering changes, supplier rationalization, and sourcing strategies. In this role, you will manage key supplier relationships, execute procurement reporting, maintain supplier pricing and source lists in SAP, and contribute to building a reliable and high-performing supply base.

About the Job:

• Manage supplier performance in cost, quality, and delivery to ensure supply chain competitiveness.

• Conduct regular business reviews with key suppliers and support supplier development initiatives.

• Develop and execute annual cost reduction plans through negotiations, VAVE projects, and second-source implementation.

• Partner with Engineering to support new product introductions, engineering changes, and cost-saving initiatives.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support production requirements and sourcing strategies.

• Drive supplier base consolidation and rationalization to improve overall supply performance.

• Monitor and report procurement KPIs including material cost savings, supplier on-time delivery, PPV, and supplier quality.

• Maintain supplier pricing and approved source lists within SAP.

• Support supply chain risk mitigation initiatives.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Location: Piedras Negras, Coahuila.

About You:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field required.

• 7–10 years of procurement experience, preferably with strong category management responsibilities.

• Experience working with manufactured products; industrial manufacturing experience preferred.

• Experience developing and maintaining strong supplier and stakeholder relationships.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and provide actionable recommendations.

• Solid knowledge of procurement processes, sourcing strategies, and cost analysis.

• Experience supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) projects.

• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, SAP preferred, and Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong project management, communication, and negotiation skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Advanced English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Littelfuse strives to empower associate growth and development in a culture of ongoing collaboration and respect for diverse global perspectives and expertise. Our Core Values — Customer Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Teamwork, and Results-Driven — support us on our mission to improve the safety, reliability, efficiency, and performance of our customers' products and systems. We are an equal opportunity employer that takes pride in giving every associate the means and courage to make a difference — everywhere, every day.

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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.