Purchasing Agent

H.B. Fuller; Mindelo; Hybrid; EUR 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

H.B. Fuller Portugal is seeking a Purchasing Agent to support procurement of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods to ensure continuity of production.

This role manages inventory, maintains accurate SAP data, and works with suppliers to support cost, quality, and delivery objectives. You will collaborate across Planning, Sourcing, Warehouse, and Supply Chain teams to strengthen material availability and operational performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in purchasing/procurement/material planning.
• Professional proficiency in English, written and spoken.
• Working knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to manage multiple purchasing priorities and meet time-sensitive production requirements.
• Experience purchasing materials in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Procure materials based on production plans and forecasts.
• Monitor inventory and maintain safety stock levels.
• Ensure timely material availability for production needs.
• Maintain material and supplier data in SAP.
• Analyze demand, inventory, and procurement performance.
• Support supplier negotiations and maintain pricing information.
• Coordinate supplier claims, complaints, and corrective actions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve procurement and supply processes.

Skills

Purchasing

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2025 revenue of $3.5 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,100 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in 150 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.

H.B. Fuller Portugal is a strategically important site that combines manufacturing operations with a broad range of global and regional support functions, including Finance, HR, IT, Legal, Sourcing, Supply Chain, Sales, R&D, Customer Service, and Operations. Supporting multiple regions around the world, the site offers employees unique opportunities for international exposure, cross‑functional collaboration, internal mobility, and continuous career development within a globally connected environment. This commitment to employee growth and workplace culture has earned H.B. Fuller recognition as a Great Place to Work.

Position Overview

H.B. Fuller is seeking a Purchasing Agent to support the procurement of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods to ensure continuity of production. This role manages inventory, maintains accurate SAP data, and works with suppliers to support cost, quality, and delivery objectives. You will collaborate across Planning, Sourcing, Warehouse, and Supply Chain teams to strengthen material availability and operational performance.

Primary Responsibilities

• Procure materials based on production plans and forecasts.
• Monitor inventory and maintain appropriate safety stock levels.
• Ensure timely material availability to support production requirements.
• Maintain accurate material and supplier data in SAP.
• Analyze demand, inventory, and procurement performance.
• Support supplier negotiations and maintain accurate pricing information.
• Coordinate supplier claims, complaints, and corrective actions.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve procurement and supply processes.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or material planning.
• Professional proficiency in English , written and spoken.
• Working knowledge of SAP and Microsoft Office , including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to manage multiple purchasing priorities and meet time-sensitive production requirements.
• Experience purchasing raw materials, packaging, or finished goods in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with inventory management, safety stock, and demand analysis.
• Experience supporting supplier negotiations and performance management.

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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.