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OEM Regional Sales Manager, East

Littelfuse · Chicago, IL · Remote available · $104,400–$161,760 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 10, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you grew a funnel in a technical sales territory. What did you change?

What they are checking: Whether they have driven measurable growth through better account development.

How do you work with field application engineers on a technical opportunity?

What they are checking: Whether they team well with engineers and know when to bring them in.

How do you share customer feedback with product management in a way that leads to action?

What they are checking: Whether they bring market insight back into the business.

What would you do

How would you work with manufacturer rep firms to grow an OEM territory in the East?

What they are checking: Whether they can lead and motivate independent reps who do not report to them.

How would you push multi-technology adoption, so a customer buying our fuses also uses our relays or sensors?

What they are checking: Whether they can expand accounts across product lines with help from FAEs and product teams.

An OEM account manager and a rep firm both claim credit for the same win. How do you handle it?

What they are checking: Their ability to keep alignment and fairness across sales partners.

A major customer is threatening to move to a competitor on price. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they defend value and find solutions rather than simply cutting price.

About the work

What is your approach to getting a component designed into an industrial or HVAC/R customer's product?

What they are checking: Understanding of the long design-in cycle that drives OEM component sales.

What do you know about circuit protection needs in renewable energy and energy storage?

What they are checking: Whether they can speak credibly about the markets this role targets.

How do you manage your funnel and forecast so leadership can trust it?

What they are checking: Discipline in opportunity tracking for long, technical sales cycles.

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The full job description

As published by Littelfuse.

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 Sales Manager – EII is responsible for supporting and executing regional sales strategies across the EII OEM customer base, reporting directly to the Director, Americas OEM Sales. This role will partner closely with OEM Account Managers, Manufacturer Rep Firms, FAEs, and Product Management to drive account development, funnel growth, and multi-technology adoption across Industrial, HVAC/R, Renewable Energy, Energy Infrastructure & Storage, Industrial Drives and Industrial Safety. This position plays a critical role in translating strategy into execution, ensuring alignment across sales teams, reps, and internal functions to deliver consistent growth across all Littelfuse Technologies. The ideal candidate is a hands-on sales leader with strong OEM market knowledge who thrives in a matrixed environment and is comfortable influencing without direct authority. Key Responsibilities Sales & Account Execution • Support the development and execution of regional OEM sales strategies aligned with EII business objectives • Drive revenue growth across OEM accounts through opportunity prioritization, funnel management, and multi-technology selling • Partner with OEM Account Managers to identify whitespace, expansion opportunities, and new product design-in activity • Promote Littelfuse solutions and support achievement of regional sales forecasts OEM & Market Engagement • Work closely with customers at the concept and design stage to support design-in of Littelfuse technologies • Develop and strengthen relationships with key customer stakeholders to enhance Littelfuse’s value proposition • Monitor regional OEM and market trends, providing clear feedback and recommendations to internal teams and leadership Rep & Channel Leadership • Support, coordinate, and help drive performance of Manufacturer Rep Firms across the region • Align rep activity with OEM priorities, key pursuits, and regional objectives • Support training and enablement of rep partners on new products, technologies, and value messaging Cross-Functional Collaboration • Coordinate product qualifications, samples, and issue resolution with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Product Management, and Operations • Collaborate closely with Product Management to support new product introductions and NPD initiatives within key accounts • Assist in planning and coordination of joint customer visits involving Sales, FAEs, and internal leadership Sales Operations & Reporting • Maintain and update NBO pipeline activity and support accurate regional forecasting • Help standardize sales execution cadence, opportunity reviews, and account planning across the region • Ensure proactive response to customer issues, escalations, and satisfaction concerns Market & Technology Insight • Stay current on emerging technologies, regulatory trends, and OEM platform shifts impacting EII offerings • Translate market insight into actionable feedback for product and commercial teams About You Education & Experience • University Degree: technical degree, such as Electrical Engineer or other related discipline preferred • Experience in industrial or electronics sales, ideally supporting OEM customers • Prior exposure to HVAC/R, Renewable Energy, Energy Infrastructure & Storage, Industrial Drives and Industrial Safety OEM markets preferred • Experience working with Manufacturer Rep Firms strongly desired • Familiarity with electrical, industrial control, or sensing components Skills & Attributes • Strong execution mindset with the ability to operate across strategy and day-to-day sales activities • Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence without direct authority • Demonstrated experience supporting revenue growth and funnel development • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Strong organizational, prioritization, and follow-through skills • Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans • Self-motivated, high-energy, and accountable • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, matrixed sales organization #LIOB1 

Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person. Salary Range: $104,400 - $161,760 The salary offered will vary depending on your location, job-related skills, knowledge, and experience. 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.

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