Strategic Sourcing Category Lead - Logistics, NA

H.B. Fuller Company; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness benefits

401(k) contributions

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Recognition programs

Job summary

H.B. Fuller Company is seeking a Category Lead based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, focused on logistics across North America. This role involves end-to-end category management, strategic sourcing, and supplier engagement to enhance performance.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 1–4 years of experience in sourcing or supply chain functions, demonstrating strong analytical and problem-solving skills. A competitive salary between $80,000-$95,000 is offered along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 1–4 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or a related function.
• Experience supporting and executing RFQ/RFP processes.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution category management and sourcing activities for Logistics categories.
• Execute end-to-end sourcing activities including RFQ/RFP management.
• Analyze spend and supplier performance to identify cost optimization opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Supplier engagement

Category management

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement tools

Job description

H.B. Fuller is a global adhesives company focused on connecting what matters.

Position Overview

The Category Lead is responsible for end-to-end category management and strategic sourcing for Logistics across North America, owning performance from strategy development through execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead execution category management and sourcing activities for assigned Logistics categories.
• Execute end-to-end sourcing activities, including RFQ/RFP management, supplier engagement, bid analysis, negotiation, and award recommendations.
• Manage and develop supplier relationships, serving as a primary point of contact for performance management, issue resolution, and ongoing commercial activities.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders (Supply Chain, Operations, Finance) to align category strategy, ensure supply continuity, and support business priorities.
• Proactively identify risks, supply constraints, and cost drivers within the category, driving resolution and mitigation with limited escalation.
• Make data-driven commercial recommendations and decisions within defined scope, applying category, market, and business context to sourcing and supplier actions.
• Analyze spend, pricing, market trends, and supplier performance to identify cost optimization opportunities, improve service levels, and reduce risk.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of category and sourcing data, supporting reliable inputs for decision-making and reporting.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of category management practices, sourcing processes, tools, and workflows to improve effectiveness and scalability.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
• 1–4 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or a related function.
• Experience supporting and executing RFQ/RFP processes, including supplier engagement, analysis, and recommendation development.
• Demonstrated ability to own and execute sourcing, procurement, or category workstreams end-to-end.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment, working independently and collaboratively.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, procurement tools, or similar enterprise systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience independently leading sourcing events or contributing to category strategy development.
• Direct experience managing supplier relationships and cross‑functional stakeholder engagement.
• Background in logistics, supply chain, or other complex operational environments.
• Experience with spend analysis, category insights, cost management, or supplier performance tracking.

Compensation

Salary: $80,000–$95,000, with a competitive total rewards package including health & wellness benefits, incentive and recognition programs, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, and paid holidays.

EEO Statement

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, marital status, or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.