Purpose of the position: As Trade Compliance Officer you are responsible for the implementation, maintenance and execution of Trade Compliance which consists of all policies, processes, controls and tools implemented in the business to ensure compliance with the applicable laws and regulations. You are part of the EU organization being 3 plants in Venray The Netherlands (HQ), Krakovany Slovakia and Wrzesnia Poland.Your main objective is to empower Trade Compliance and you will be part of the SCM team in EU and reporting directly to the Sr. Manager SCM EU and in close contact with Logistics Specialist EU and our Sr. Manager Global Logistics. Establishing relationships with other plants and departments to embed Trade Compliance activities and to strengthen the Trade Compliance network is essential to be successful.As compliance is everywhere, you’ll have the opportunity to rapidly get to know to the complete Inalfa organization.Scope of duties/Description of the tasks:Identify export license needs, complete associated license applications, end user statements, tracking license validity periods and manage renewal applications, communicate/monitor export licenses usage, limitations and conditions;To define and assure correctness of HS codes and Country of Origin;Ensure that documented Trade Compliance responsibilities are embedded in cross functional processes (end-to-end);Manage restricted party screening and Trade Compliance reviews prior to sale/export;Maintain dashboards (licenses, KPI’s and anomalies);Establish processes to strengthen controls over the organization on tangible and intangible transfers;Initiate and lead improvement initiatives.Requirements on the position:Education: HBO/BachelorWork experience: 5 yearsSkills:Provide leadership;Translate laws and regulations into “spoken language”;Strong communication and a “can do” attitude;Affinity with compliance;You have a bachelor degree;Combining a helicopter view with an interest in detailsWhat can you expect from us?Attractive working conditions and self-development opportunities.Short procedures, fast decision making and open communication structures.Friendly and informal atmosphere.Innovative leader with a strong drive to win!FOCUS - TRANSPARENCY - ONE INALFA and RESPECT are core values within our company.LocationVenray, De Amfoor, 2Time TypeFull timeContact PersonBeena Nair

Your Main Tasks and Responsibilities Are:Active participation in development and execution of the commodity strategy in order to ensure an optimal supply base for advanced engineering, engineering and production;Contribute to risk management, market surveys, new supplier development and plan and organize phase-in and phase-out of suppliers and besides that you have to align with the suppliers on technical roadmaps;Lead negotiations of contracts with commodity suppliers and ensure relationships are maintained through systematic use of our Supplier Management System;Self-assertive in initiatives to initiate, lead, manage and actively support cost reductions;Take the lead in supplier sourcing, selection and contracting for running and new projects for commodity;Achieve the yearly set saving targets by negotiation, resourcing or Value Analyzing Value Engineering;Coordinate and control supplier development timings;Proactively support, control and coordinate regional change management process for commodityWhat Do We Expect From You:You have a finished BsC or MsC degree with at least 5 years’ experience;Experience in the automotive is a strong plus but not always necessary;You possess strong negotiation, leadership and contracting skills;Interprets global policies and guidelines and applies these to the assigned regional commodity;Strong communication skills in an international setting at different levels to develop supplier relations;Excellent interpersonal and people skills and a flexible approach in order to achieve business goals;You act as a strong team player with good analytical and problem solving skills;You are stress resistant and have a proactive attitude;It is important to have fluent communication skills in English. Dutch, German and/or Chinese are a strong plus;Willingness to travel, mainly within Europe.What can you expect from us?Attractive working conditions and self-development opportunities.Short procedures, fast decision making and open communication structures.Friendly and informal atmosphere.Innovative leader with a strong drive to win!FOCUS - TRANSPARENCY - ONE INALFA and RESPECT are core values within our company.LocationVenray, De Amfoor, 2Time TypeFull timeContact PersonBeena Nair

Using market intelligence, conduct market research to find suppliers that are able to support the operations needs in quality, delivery, service and price.Develops, implements, and communicates strategies to all Inalfa stakeholders to support the company’s regional and global objectives. Along with all Inalfa stakeholders; Identifies, selects and maintains suppliers that provide high quality products and services at a competitive price while maintaining the highest code of ethics and conduct for the assigned commodity.Maintain commercial relationship with all suppliers utilizing Inalfa approved request for quotation, sourcing documents, contracts, and Purchase orders to support company objectives.Ensure the utilization of appropriate cost analysis, negotiation, and purchasing techniques to ensure quality, price, delivery, and service.Perform supplier capacity reviews to determine potential supplier constraints and establish actions as appropriate to support operations contracts with end customer. Develop purchasing personnel in conjunction with industry standards, Inalfa objectives, and Inalfa core values. Provide Monthly Report to VP of Purchasing identifying major issues and progress against major objectivesActively support IRS/USA SMS and participate in Supplier Business ReviewsWork closely with Engineering and Supplier Quality Managers to minimize the cost of temporary rework performed by suppliersEnsure Commodity Overviews are maintained completely and accuratelyPrepares instructions regarding purchasing systems and procedures.Approves all Purchasing documents, sourcing activities in conjunction with Inalfa sourcing and delegation of authority guidelines. Contributes with active participation in SMS report card review.Supports Sales Dept. providing cost estimates on new quotes.Supports Corporate Purchasing for cost investigation requests.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Manages Purchasing Personnel in Shared Service Center. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.IATF / TS16949 RESPONSIBILITIES The IATF/TS16949 responsibilities listed below are required for this position. Other responsibilities may be added, with or without notice in writing, at any time.Adhere to all IATF / TS16949 procedures as related to the Purchasing Department functionQUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEBachelor Degree required – prefer Masters Degree in Business related fieldMinimum of 5-7 years Tier 1 or Tier 2 progressive Automotive Purchasing Experience – strongly prefer supervisory experiencePrefer roof system experienceBasic understanding of Automotive quality systems is requiredProven track record for achieving cost reductionsStrong cost analysis and negotiation skillsFamiliarity dealing with multiple currencies is requiredMust be well experienced in Microsoft Office software including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and ProjectLANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.MATHEMATICAL SKILLSAbility to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.REASONING ABILITYAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.COMPUTER SKILLS To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Contact Management systems; Internet software; CMS Order processing systems; Project Management software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.OTHER QUALIFICATIONS Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time.PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perfume the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk and to sit; use hands to manipulate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and to talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.This employee regularly works in an office environment. Occasionally the employee works in the manufacturing area around moving mechanical equipment and is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.What can you expect from us?Attractive working conditions and self-development opportunities.Short procedures, fast decision making and open communication structures.Friendly and informal atmosphere.Innovative leader with a strong drive to win!FOCUS - TRANSPARENCY - ONE INALFA and RESPECT are core values within our company.LocationAuburn Hills HeadquartersTime TypeFull timeContact PersonTina Mors