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Strategic Buyer

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Littelfuse
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-03-12
Job specializations:
  • Business
    Supply Chain / Intl. Trade
  • Supply Chain/Logistics
    Supply Chain / Intl. Trade
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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Littelfuse 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.#
** About Job
*** Handle new projects sourcing and conduct supplier selection and PAF aligned with category strategy.
* Lead RFQs, cost analysis, supplier negotiations, and preparation of related contract ; identify cost‐saving opportunities through consolidated sourcing and alternative solutions.
* Build and maintain a diversified supplier base; conduct regular supplier performance evaluations covering cost, savings, lead time, DPO, DOH, dural source and SRM, driving continuous improvement.
* Optimize the supplier and define strategic suppliers for long‐term collaboration.
* Provide daily operational support for stakeholders, operations teams, and other internal departments.
* Generate monthly spend reports and perform related data analysis.
* Support purchase order execution; ensure on‐time and in‐spec material delivery, and actively resolve delays, shortages, and quality issues with quality team.
* Perform additional tasks assigned by senior management.#
** About You
*** Bachelor’s degree or above in Supply Chain or related fields.
* SAP /ERP experience preferred. Fluent in English.
* Strong negotiation and project management skills. Effective time management and prioritization abilities.
* 6+ years of experience in direct materials procurement or related fields is preferred.
* Strong logical thinking and data analysis skills, with solid problem‐solving and decision‐making abilities.
* Strong team spirit, capable of handling high‐pressure situations with accountability and ownership.
* Self‐motivated, highly reliable, and able to perform well under pressure.
* Willingness to travel up to 20% and work overtime[](blob:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)0:00 / 4:25
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