Global Sourcing Category Manager Plastic Extrusions

Job Description

We are seeking a Global Category Sourcing Manager to join our team in a highly collaborative and supportive environment. This role contributes to the success of the organization’s global sourcing strategy, ensuring the achievement of cost efficiencies, supplier excellence, and the long-term sustainability of the supply chain. Each role is a vital part of our supply chain community, with a focus on building trust, nurturing relationships, and fostering teamwork across the organization.

As you grow within the role, you will have more opportunities to mentor, support, and guide others, ensuring accounting strategies align with our shared vision for success.

We value individuals who can Think Fast by identifying opportunities to innovate,
Work it Together by fostering a culture of collaboration and inclusivity, and Make the Hard Call by balancing compassion with decisiveness when it matters most.

• 2-5 years’ experience in a supply chain related field
• Manage global sourcing strategies for assigned categories ensuring alignment with business objectives and global goals.
• Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, and commodity trends to identify opportunities for improvement and competitive advantage.
• Provide actionable insights to leadership on strategic sourcing initiatives and opportunities for improvement.
• Think Fast by valuating and managing supplier risks and develop contingency plans to ensure the security of supply.
• Work it Together by collaborating with functional areas like Master Scheduling, Planning, Manufacturing plants, Distribution Centers and External suppliers to ensure customer expectations are met.
• Make the Hard Call by monitoring supplier performance, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or related field
• Experience sourcing plastic extrusions for building materials is preferred
• Ability to develop, lead, and manage supply chain strategy and supply base for one or more categories
• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing complex supplier contracts
• Proven ability to scope and create projects to reduce cost, improve productivity, reduce supplier risk, and increase capacity
• Collaborative approach to communication and problem-solving

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $70,000 USD - $110,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location.

In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

Fortune Brands is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within the high-growth categories of water, outdoors and security. The Company makes innovative products for residential and commercial environments, with a growing focus on digital solutions and products that add luxury, contribute to safety and enhance sustainability. To learn more, visit our website at

Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or…