Sourcing Specialist

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Join Hollister Incorporated as a Sourcing Specialist onsite in Kaunas to support the Lithuanian plant by developing suppliers, securing reliable, cost-effective material supply, and aligning specifications with plant needs through close collaboration with Product Development, Quality and Operations. You will monitor supplier performance, drive corrective actions, and advance Global Strategic Sourcing goals while advocating for the site. The ideal candidate has 2-5 years in supplier development, hands on SAP or similar MRP systems, manufacturing experience, and bilingual English and Lithuanian with strong analytics and time management. Salary 2000-3000 €/month gross plus benefits; tips to apply: quantify achievements, highlight cross functional projects, and showcase credentials such as CPM CPSM or APICS and your ability to work onsite.

We Make Life More Rewarding and Dignified 

Location: ​Kaunas​
Department: ​Operations 

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate and approve alternative raw materials and suppliers, ensuring a reliable supply for the Lithuanian Plant.

• Manage and develop supplier relationships to support continuous improvement and supply chain stability.

• Monitor supplier performance, conduct regular reviews, and initiate corrective actions when needed, escalating major issues to Global Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Quality.

• Work with Product Development, Quality, and Operations to ensure material specifications align with plant needs and supplier capabilities.

• Support Global Strategic Sourcing goals and represent the interests of the Lithuanian plant, driving cost‑saving initiatives.

• Consult with corporate resources when needed (e.g., Legal, Direct/Indirect Sourcing).

• Perform purchasing order placement activities as required.

Requirements:

• 2–5 years of supplier development/relationship experience.
• Experience with SAP or similar MRP systems and document control tools.
• Manufacturing environment experience.
• Knowledge of Buyer/Planner and Quality functions is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred.
• CPM, CPSM, and/or APICS preferred.
• Strong analytical skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and time management.
• English and Lithuanian required.
  
  

Company Offers:

• Learning and development-oriented culture.
• Annual bonus based on personal performance.
• A benefits package, including health insurance, to support your well-being.
• Flexible working hours.
• Fresh and healthy breakfast and lunch at our site's restaurant, available at an exclusive company price.
• Team-building, summer festivals, and special events.
• Associate well-being program – free professional consultations with psychology, law, and finance specialists.
• Free charging stations for electric cars.
• 24/7 accident insurance.

We guarantee confidentiality and will inform only selected candidates.

Salary

2000-3000 €/mon. gross 

About Hollister Incorporated
Hollister Incorporated is an independent, employee-owned company that develops, manufactures and markets healthcare products worldwide. The company spearheads the advancement of innovative products for ostomy care, continence care and critical care, and also creates educational support materials for patients and healthcare professionals. Headquartered in Libertyville, Illinois, Hollister has manufacturing and distribution centers on three continents and sells in nearly 80 countries. Hollister is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Firm of John Dickinson Schneider, Inc., and is guided both by its Mission to make life more rewarding and dignified for people who use our products and services, as well as its Vision to grow and prosper as an independent, employee-owned company, and in the process, to become better human beings.

EOE Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job Req ID: 35922