Manufacturing Purchasing Agent

H.B. Fuller; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Incentives programs

Health & wellness benefits

401K contributions

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

H.B. Fuller in Saint Paul, MN is seeking a Purchasing Agent to source materials, process purchase orders, and manage supplier relationships to ensure product availability.

The role collaborates with internal teams and suppliers to support cost management and supply continuity. The position requires a Bachelor's in Supply Chain or related field, 2+ years in purchasing, ERP experience (SAP/Oracle), and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or related experience.
• Experience using ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and business software systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Authorization to work in the country of employment without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders in ERP systems.
• Monitor inventory levels and support replenishment planning.
• Coordinate with suppliers on pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules.
• Track order status and resolve supply or delivery issues.
• Maintain accurate procurement and supplier records.
• Support supplier performance monitoring and reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on purchasing needs.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies.

Skills

Excel

Written and verbal communication

Attention to detail

Ability to work without sponsorship

Education

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

Equivalent experience

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

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 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.

Purchasing Agent

St. Paul / Hybrid

Schedule: Monday- Friday 8:00a - 5:00p

The Purchasing Agent supports procurement activities by sourcing materials, processing purchase orders, and maintaining supplier relationships to ensure timely product availability. This role collaborates with internal teams and suppliers to support business objectives, cost management, and supply continuity. The position contributes to accurate purchasing records and compliance with company policies and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders in ERP systems.
• Monitor inventory levels and support replenishment planning.
• Coordinate with suppliers on pricing, lead times, and delivery schedules.
• Track order status and resolve supply or delivery issues.
• Maintain accurate procurement and supplier records.
• Support supplier performance monitoring and reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on purchasing needs.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 2+ year of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or related experience.
• Experience using ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and business software systems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Authorization to work in the country of employment without sponsorship.

Preferred Requirements

• 3+ years of procurement or purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of sourcing, inventory management, and supplier performance metrics.
• APICS, ISM, or other relevant supply chain certification.

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

The salary for this role is $29.00-$35.00.

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, age, 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.