Global Sourcing Category Manager - Plastic Extrusions

Global Sourcing Category Manager - Plastic Extrusions

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is a leading home, security, and digital products company.

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.

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 developing contingency plans to ensure the security of supply.
• Work it together by collaborating with functional areas such as 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.

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $70,000 USD - $110,000 USD. In addition to base salary, employees may participate in an annual bonus plan or role‑based sales incentive plan.

Fortune Brands offers comprehensive benefits including health plans, a 401(k) program with company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off, adoption benefits, and other wellness programs.

Fortune Brands is an equal‑opportunity employer and evaluates qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities are provided. Contact us for accommodations at