Director of AI Delivery

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.

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Director of AI Delivery to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This leader will drive enterprise-wide AI adoption, accelerate AI deployment across business functions, and deliver measurable business impact. The Director of AI Delivery will partner closely with executive leadership, functional leaders, and the AI Center of Excellence to transform business strategy into scalable AI-enabled solutions that improve productivity, operational efficiency, and growth.

About the Job:

• Lead enterprise AI deployment initiatives across Supply Chain, Finance, HR, Sales & Marketing, IT, and Engineering.
• Drive strategic AI projects from concept through production deployment, ensuring measurable business outcomes and ROI.
• Partner with executive leadership and business stakeholders to align AI investments with long-term business objectives.
• Collaborate with the AI Center of Excellence to guide AI architecture, platform decisions, and implementation strategies.
• Translate business priorities into scalable AI capabilities and adoption plans.
• Lead process redesign efforts to optimize workflows before automation and AI deployment.
• Establish performance metrics and governance processes to track adoption, value creation, and business impact.
• Drive change management and enterprise adoption initiatives to maximize AI utilization across the organization.
• Present progress, outcomes, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.
• Build execution discipline, visibility, and accountability across the AI portfolio.

About You:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• 10 years of experience leading large-scale technology, digital transformation, or AI initiatives.
• Proven experience deploying enterprise AI solutions that delivered measurable business results.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional programs and influencing executive stakeholders.
• Experience with Generative AI, Agentic AI, Large Language Models (LLMs), and enterprise AI implementation.
• Familiarity with Azure AI technologies, Azure Foundry, enterprise systems integration, and AI-enabled workflows.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to connect technology investments to business outcomes and ROI.
• Experience leading organizational change management and technology adoption initiatives.
• Excellent communication, executive presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Manufacturing, industrial technology, or operational environment experience preferred.

Littelfuse is an equal opportunity employer committed to empowering every associate to make a difference, everywhere, every day.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match and annual contribution
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Flexible work arrangements
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Life, disability, and voluntary insurance options

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.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.