Strategic Purchasing Agent — Hybrid

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

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.