Strategic Sourcing Analyst

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller’s (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2024 revenue of $3.6 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,500 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.

Position Overview

The Strategic Sourcing Analyst supports H.B. Fuller’s packaging sourcing efforts by combining data-driven analysis with hands-on supplier engagement. This role focuses on direct sourcing activities, competitive bidding, and spend optimization across industrial packaging materials. Working closely with sourcing managers and cross-functional partners, the analyst contributes to supply assurance, cost management, and continuous improvement.

Primary Responsibilities

• Source and manage industrial packaging categories.
• Conduct RFQs, competitive bids, and supplier evaluations to support category strategies
• Analyze spend, pricing, and volume data to identify cost-saving and compliance opportunities
• Maintain accurate pricing, contracts, and supplier information within ERP systems
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve pricing and invoice discrepancies
• Track category volumes and performance against contracts, rebates, and commitments
• Support system and process improvements related to sourcing and purchasing workflows
• Rotate spend responsibility across categories in alignment with team priorities
  
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 1–2 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or operations
• Experience working with suppliers, pricing, quotes, or bids
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP or purchasing systems
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship
  
  
  

Preferred Requirements

• Experience sourcing packaging or industrial materials
• Exposure to RFQ/RFP processes and bid analysis
• Familiarity with spend analysis, forecasting, or contract compliance
  
  
  

H.B. Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.

H.B. Fuller does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing firms. To conduct business with H.B. Fuller, a written service agreement must be executed by Human Resources prior to submitting any information relating to a potential candidate. Without a signed service agreement, H.B. Fuller shall not be obligated for payment of any fee or compensation.