Strategic Sourcing Analyst - Early Careers

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 sourcing analyst reports to a Sourcing Manager within the Global Strategic Sourcing organization. The sourcing analyst’s work includes category management, sourcing strategy creation, and delivering value through innovation, cost savings, and competitive advantage. The sourcing analyst may interact with several internal departments outside of sourcing including research and development, finance, operations, and supply chain, and may also interact with H.B. Fuller’s external suppliers. This role is salaried, hybrid work, Monday-Friday.  

Primary Responsibilities:

Strategic Work ​

• Forecast RM pricing trends ​ 
• Analyze global economic and chemical market trends ​ 
• Deliver value through innovation, cost savings, competitive advantage ​ 

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Supplier Communication & Negotiation ​ 

• Develop new suppliers ​ 
• Assess risk (financial, geographic, operational/capacity)​ 
• Negotiate pricing, contract terms, or resolve supply chain issues ​ 

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Cross-Functional Collaboration ​

• Meet with production/R&D teams to align supply specs/timelines​ 
• Address logistics/quality issues impacted operation teams​ 
• Sync with internal stakeholders 

Minimum Requirements:

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• Graduating in December 2025 or May 2026

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.

The salary for this role is $75,000-$80,000.

In addition to your salary, H.B. Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays. Eligibility may vary.

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.