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 Global Strategic Sourcing Associate is responsible for ensuring assurance of supply, superior cost management, and strong stewardship in support of internal and external customers. This role includes both sourcing responsibilities and system‑related transactional activities. The position supports market research, supplier identification, data analysis, cost structure comparison, and supply continuity evaluation. Additionally, the Sourcing Associate will manage key system tasks such as price updates, vendor registration, invoice discrepancy resolution, purchase order management, and order tracking.
The role provides daily operational and project‑related support as needed and reports to a senior member of the sourcing team, supporting 1–3 managers or directors. This position focuses on essential day‑to‑day activities required to run the business effectively.
Primary Responsibilities
Conduct preliminary market research.
Identify and screen potential suppliers.
Gather and compare supplier cost structures.
Evaluate risks related to supply continuity.
Support negotiations through data analysis and supplier capability assessments.
Provide analytical support for sourcing initiatives.
Assist with data gathering, organization, and reporting.
Support supplier reviews and internal stakeholder communication.
Help prepare information for negotiations, supplier assessments, and internal presentations.
Update pricing in systems as needed.
Resolve invoice discrepancies.
Manage vendor registration processes.
Create and support purchase orders.
Track orders and maintain documentation.
Provide general operational support to managers/directors and the broader sourcing team.
Minimum Requirements
High school diploma and 5+ years of relevant experience, or a related Associate’s degree.
Strong desire and demonstrated ability to learn quickly.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Training provided includes:
Basic Sourcing Training
Detailed Policy Training
System-specific training
Any additional training required for proficiency
Demonstrated proficiency in the following competencies:
Responsiveness to change with a positive, solution‑oriented mindset
Accountability for delivering strategically aligned, high‑impact results
Collaboration and commitment to team success
Operational excellence through continuous improvement
Effective self‑management with openness to guidance
Preferred Requirements
Associate’s degree or higher.
Experience working with business systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Experience with ERP systems.
No prior work experience required beyond the minimum listed.
#LI-OA1
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.
hbfuller