Manager II, Import/Export

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.

Position Overview

The Manager II, Import/Export leads North American import and export operations, ensuring efficient movement of goods and compliance with applicable trade regulations. This role partners with internal teams, logistics providers, and customs partners to improve service, cost, visibility, and operational performance. The position also supports strategic planning, process optimization, and international logistics execution across the region.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead North America import and export operations, including U.S.-Mexico cross-border activities.
• Manage relationships with logistics providers, freight forwarders, and customs brokers.
• Improve shipment visibility through tracking tools and reporting.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics for international logistics.
• Implement and maintain compliant import/export processes and procedures.
• Advise stakeholders on tariffs, freight costs, and transportation requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable trade regulations, including ITAR and TSCA.
• Partner with global teams to support international logistics strategies and continuous improvement.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience leading international logistics or trade compliance operations.
• Experience managing U.S.-Mexico cross-border import/export activities.
• Proficiency with data analysis, reporting tools, and Microsoft Excel.
• Authorization to work in the country of employment.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience leading and developing logistics or supply chain teams.
• Knowledge of ERP and Transportation Management Systems (TMS).
• Experience collaborating with global teams on logistics strategies.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish; experience with IMMEX programs is a plus.

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

The salary for this role is 115,000-155,000.

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.