Senior Purchasing Specialist
About the job
- Drive business results, demonstrate integrity, drive continuous improvement, make sound decisions, develop others, and take initiative.
- Serve as the primary interface between the supply base and business management for sunroof subcomponent BCC sourcing.
- Manage tactical purchasing activities, including requests for quotes, engineering changes, quality development, delivery improvement, project management, material cost reductions, and capacity adjustments.
- Manage strategic purchasing activities, including new supplier development, global sourcing, supply base reduction, and commodity strategy development and execution.
- Identify and manage a world-class supply base that supports business objectives and product roadmaps.
- Negotiate terms and conditions to meet profitability objectives.
- Develop and maintain long-term supplier relationships that support competitive cost, quality, and customer service.
- Participate in supply chain strategies and engage suppliers to support supply chain requirements.
- Work with the supply chain team to assure supply availability.
- Drive total cost ownership and continuous cost reduction with suppliers.
- Formulate, maintain, and distribute product cost profiles at the component level for purchased products.
- Participate as an active member of cross-functional teams to support on-time project launches.
- Conduct product and technology scouting and present new product and technology opportunities to Product Management.
- Monitor and evaluate industry supply trends, including raw material supply and pricing; analyze and anticipate capacity constraints or material price increases.
- Survey and certify new suppliers with Quality and R&D, and audit supplier conformance to quality, capacity, and cost commitments.
- Represent and maintain the company's brand and values with the supply base with integrity and ethics.
About the company
Inalfa Roof Systems designs, develops and assembles automotive roof systems for car manufacturers worldwide, supported by plants and development centers and a team of over 5,000 people. Its roof systems are integrated into vehicles to provide more fresh air, natural light, and a stronger connection to the outdoors, enhancing comfort on every drive. It differentiates itself by offering end-to-end system integration and close collaboration with suppliers, startups, customers and industry partners to deliver complete roof solutions across multiple automotive brands. The goal is to give drivers and passengers more openness and comfort by delivering reliable, high-quality roof systems that are integrated into vehicles globally.
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Trnava's mid-2026 opening adds 80-100 engineering jobs and faster product development.
- Inalfa's North America leadership reset under Dave Winter supports operational recovery after 2024.
- The 2025 Slovak investment keeps Inalfa closer to Stellantis and European OEM programs.
What critics are saying
- Georgia WARN filings on May 19, 2026 cut 127 Acworth jobs, signaling demand pressure.
- Georgia courts reversed Inalfa's workers' compensation defense in February 2025, inviting more claims.
- Auto roof systems face commoditization; OEM concentration makes lost platform awards existential within years.
What makes Inalfa Roof Systems unique
- Inalfa supplies integrated roof systems to nearly every major automaker, spanning 40 brands.
- Its Trnava Technology Center, launched October 2025, deepens European roof-system engineering and validation.
- Dave Winter's August 2024 North America leadership strengthens execution across U.S., Mexico, and global plants.
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VENRAY, The Netherlands, Aug. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Inalfa Roof Systems, a global leader in automotive roof system design and manufacturing, announces the appointment of Dave Winter as Regional President for North America, effective immediately.Inalfa Roof Systems Group Appoints Dave Winter as Regional President North AmericaDave Winter brings over 25 years of industry experience, having held key leadership roles in major automotive companies where he was instrumental in driving operational excellence, efficiency, and growth. At Inalfa, he will oversee operations at the company's North American facilities, collaborating closely with teams in the United States, Mexico, and across the global network.With this appointment Inalfa underscores its commitment to strengthening its leadership and advancing its position in the global automotive market. The company is confident that Mr. Winter's leadership will help achieve its long-term goals in North America, supporting Inalfa's mission to be the first-choice partner in roof systems and integrated technologies."I am excited to join Inalfa Roof Systems and work with such a talented team. I look forward to building on the company's strong foundation and driving our commitment to innovation and excellence
VENRAY, The Netherlands, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Inalfa Roof Systems Group, a global leader in the automotive industry headquartered in the Netherlands, has appointed Georges Andary as the company's new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective from October 1, 2023.Georges Andary brings over 28 years of executive leadership experience in the automotive industry to his new role. During his longstanding tenure he has demonstrated extensive market knowledge, strategic insights, and expertise in management, development, and business development. Inalfa Roof Systems Group Appoints Georges Andary as New CEOInalfa Roof Systems develops and produces integrated roof systems to nearly every major automotive brand. With a strong emphasis on customer relations, integrated collaboration, individual ownership, and a commitment to continuous innovation, both shareholder BHAP and the Supervisory Board are confident that Mr. Andary and his leadership team will further enhance Inalfa's position as the first-choice partner for the automotive industry in roof systems and integrated technologies
VENRAY, The Netherlands, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Inalfa Roof Systems Group, a global leader in the automotive industry headquartered in the Netherlands, has appointed Georges Andary as the company's new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective from October 1, 2023.
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