Senior Category Leader

Company Description

At Fortune Brands Innovations, we believe that our innovation and success are fueled by the passion of our people and the strength of our teams. Together, we work to fulfill dreams of home by aligning around common goals, being agile in the face of change, holding ourselves accountable, and acting with integrity and transparency. We succeed when everyone belongs and strive to build a Home for All where all associates can be their true, authentic selves at work. Learn more about our culture here.

Job Description

As theSourcing Leader for Recycled Film/LDPE (low density polyethylene)for our Fiberon brand, you will be responsible for sourcing and procuring Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) recycled film and pellets as well as securing new suppliers and building relationships with said suppliers. The ideal candidate will have a background in supply chain and sourcing of LDPE or experience on the recycled sales side of LDPE recycled film and pellets.

Work Location: This is a remote position. Strong preference for candidates located in the Southeastern region.

• Sourcing and procuring Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE) recycled film and pellets.
• Sourcing and securing new suppliers, building relationships, and executing the sourcing strategy.
• Scope and lead projects to reduce cost, improve productivity, reduce supplier risk, and/or increase capacity.
• Understands LDPE commodity markets and negotiates competitive pricing with suppliers.
• Collaborate with Fiberon leadership to provide market conditions and align sourcing strategies and negotiations with the business strategy.
• Responsible for the execution of process improvement projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5years experience in global sourcing or purchasing environment, with at least 2 years sourcing LDPE products.
• History of acquiring, qualifying, and developing new LDPE suppliers and supply chains to secure capacity to support business growth.
• Strong analytical, negotiating, and relationship skills.
• Strong communication skills to influence and persuade cross-functional teams and company leadership.
• Strategic thinking, forward-looking.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Additional Information

Fortune Brands Innovation (FBIN) is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within our operating segments: water, outdoors and security. We have an impressive track record of strong financial results, market outperformance and growth, which translates into career and professional growth opportunities for associates. Please visit our website at to learn more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FBIN is an equal opportunity employer. FBIN 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 information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

FBIN is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.