Lead Sourcing Specialist

Date: Apr 16, 2026

Location(s):

Kaunas, LT, LT-54462

Location(s):

Kaunas, LT, LT-54462

Company: Hollister Lietuva UAB

We Make Life More Rewarding and Dignified

Location: Kaunas
Department: Operations

Summary

The Senior Sourcing Specialist – APAC is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and developing suppliers across the Asia‑Pacific region to ensure the availability of high‑quality, cost‑effective raw materials. The role collaborates with internal stakeholders to execute sourcing strategies, strengthen supplier partnerships, and support organizational goals through effective procurement practices. The Specialist ensures compliance with company standards, mitigates sourcing risks, and drives continuous improvement within the supplier base.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research to identify and assess new suppliers in the APAC region.

• Evaluate suppliers on quality, cost, reliability, capabilities, and compliance with company standards.

• Negotiate supplier agreements to secure favorable terms and ensure alignment with business needs.

• Manage relationships with new and existing suppliers to maintain a reliable and consistent supply base.

• Ensure all sourcing activities comply with company policies, ethical standards, and applicable regulations.

• Assess and mitigate risks associated with suppliers, materials, and market conditions.

• Prepare reports on supplier performance, procurement trends, and sourcing activities.

• Collaborate with procurement, operations, quality, and other functions to align sourcing strategies with organizational objectives.

Essential Functions of the Role

Communicate effectively via email, phone, and virtual platforms.
Collaborate across departments to support organizational goals.
Maintain and analyze data using tools like Excel, SAP, or HRIS systems.
Prepare reports and dashboards for internal stakeholders.

Education & Work Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with 5-8 years of related experience

Education & Work Preferences

• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, or equivalent are preferred.

• Proficiency in English; knowledge of regional APAC languages is an advantage.

• Familiarity with supplier audit processes, contract management, and procurement systems.

• Experience working in multinational environments and cross‑functional teams.

Competencies

Be Agile - Innovates and adapts quickly, approaching change with curiosity while persisting through obstacles.
Be Customer Centric - Considers the needs, experiences and feedback of customers in all we do.
Be People-Focused - Builds trust and collaborates with an inclusive and empathetic approach.
Be Performance Driven - Operates with an ownership mindset, driving meaningful outcomes.
Live The Schneiders’ Legacy, Our Noble Purpose - Passionately serves Our Mission and Vision, while demonstrating the Immutable Principles.

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.
Free charging stations for electric cars.
24/7 accident insurance.

Salary

3100-4200 Euros gross/month after assessing your competencies and work experience.

We guarantee confidentiality and will inform only selected candidates.

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: 35861