Global Sourcing Lead - Plastics, Chemicals & Coatings

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc.; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus plan

Health plans

401(k) program

Flexible time off

Adoption benefits

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Job summary

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is seeking a Manager, Global Sourcing - Plastics, Chemicals & Coatings to drive global category strategies, delivering cost savings and supplier value across plastics, injection molds, chemicals and coatings in a multinational manufacturing environment.

You will lead two category managers, build strong supplier relationships, mitigate risks, and mentor teammates while ensuring sourcing aligns with corporate goals and sustainability objectives.

Qualifications

• Proven track record leading teams in global strategic sourcing.
• Experience developing and implementing sourcing strategies aligned with corporate goals.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Knowledge of plastics, chemicals, coatings, and contract manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate as part of a virtual global team to deliver results and share best practices.
• Lead the development and execution of global sourcing strategies for plastics, chemicals, and coatings to drive cost savings and supplier value.
• Manage a team of two category managers overseeing plastics and chemicals/coatings.
• Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers to ensure performance and long-term partnerships.
• Negotiate supplier agreements with emphasis on cost, quality, service, and risk management.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and drive continuous cost reduction.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Global sourcing

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Operations, Operations Management, Chemical Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is seeking a Manager, Global Sourcing - Plastics, Chemicals & Coatings to drive global category strategies, delivering cost savings and supplier value across plastics, injection molds, chemicals and coatings in a multinational manufacturing environment.

You will lead two category managers, build strong supplier relationships, mitigate risks, and mentor teammates while ensuring sourcing aligns with corporate goals and sustainability objectives.