Hello, I’m Grant. I’m a Senior Buyer with over 3 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing and construction retail. My career has been characterised by a commitment to excellence in procurement, where I have honed my skills in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and project management.In my previous roles, I have consistently delivered significant value by enhancing supplier performance, achieving a 99% on-time delivery rate, and implementing cost reduction strategies that have lowered expenses by up to 30%. I have successfully managed high-value projects worth up to $100M, demonstrating my ability to align procurement activities with project goals, resulting in improved profitability and seamless execution. My expertise includes market analysis, supplier negotiation, and optimising procurement processes to drive operational efficiency by up to 25%.I am passionate about procurement because I believe in the power of strategic sourcing to drive business success. My motivation comes from the challenge of finding innovative solutions to complex procurement problems and the satisfaction of seeing tangible improvements in cost efficiency, supplier performance, and overall project outcomes. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can leverage my skills to make a significant impact on the bottom line.Qualifications & Certifications:Level 5 CIPS Advanced Diploma in Procurement & Supply (Expected Nov 2024)Level 4 CIPS Diploma (Completed 2022)Bachelor’s Degree in Business ManagementPG Certificate in Business LeadershipMember of CIPS, with specialised training in Category Management, Ethical Procurement, and Contractual & Financial Management.Core Competencies & Technological Tools: SAP, Oracle, Trello, PowerBI, Fishbowl, Ariba, Concord, Mintel, Euromonitor, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Teams, Project)Areas of Expertise:Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Relationship/Performance Management, Contract/Supplier Negotiation, Inventory Management, Cost Reduction/Efficiency Improvement, Stakeholder Management, Data Analysis & Reporting, Budget Management, Order Fulfilment, Strategic Planning, Market Research & Analysis, Category Management, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).I am eager to bring my expertise in procurement to a new and challenging role where I can contribute to achieving significant value for the business and its stakeholders. If you are looking for someone who can drive results, please feel free to connect with me here on LinkedIn.
La Trobe University
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Procurement OfficerLa Trobe UniversityMelbourne, Vic, Au
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Assessment OfficerQueensland Building And Construction Commission Sep 2024 - PresentTownsville, Queensland, Australia -
Category Buyer/Senior BuyerThompson Aero Seating Limited Oct 2022 - Jun 2024Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom• Sourced a sustainable materials supplier and cut annual material costs by 15%.• Built and sustained critical supplier relationships, achieving a strong on-time delivery rate and reducing supply chain disruptions by 20%.• Drove up to 30% reduction in costs across all categories and overseeing the successful completion of high-value projects worth multi-millions for major clients such as Qantas, Airbus, Boeing, Virgin, American Airlines and Delta.• Reduced hardware inventory levels and waste by 50%, generating substantial supplier cost savings and decreasing holding costs by 40%, resulting in an immediate improvement in cash flow.• Negotiated a key supply/service contract, resulting in substantial cost savings and improving supplier terms, which contributed to a 20% reduction in production costs.• Directed significant category spend and contributed to Make vs Buy strategies, identifying cost-saving opportunities that led to a 25% reduction in outsourcing expenses.• Led high-value sourcing projects worth millions with robust commodity strategies, managing tenders and large cross-functional teams, driving continuous improvements that increased procurement efficiency by 30%.• Conducted in-depth market and competitive analysis, leading to a 20% improvement in material cost negotiations and a 15% increase in supplier performance.• Prepared and delivered cost analyses, resulting in an increase in decision-making accuracy and a 15% improvement in category performance metrics. -
Purchasing ManagerProfast Group Ltd Apr 2022 - Oct 2022Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom• Reduced procurement costs by 20%, generating substantial savings annually through strategic negotiations and supplier consolidation.• Led the successful sourcing and procurement of high-value fasteners and fixings for construction projects worth up to £100M, ensuring 98% on-time delivery and 100% compliance with project specifications.• Secured a 15% discount on bulk orders of construction materials, resulting in significant annual savings, improving cost-efficiency by 20%.• Developed and maintained strategic relationships with key global suppliers, ensuring a 99% reliability rate in the supply chain and optimising delivery schedules to reduce lead times by 25%.• Conducted market research and analysis, identifying 5 new suppliers and improving sourcing strategies, leading to a 30% enhancement in procurement efficiency and a 20% reduction in material costs.• Managed the end-to-end procurement process, including issuing purchase orders, price negotiations with suppliers, and coordinating with the logistics team, achieving a 95% accuracy rate in order fulfilment and reducing logistics costs by 15%. -
BuyerProfast Group Ltd Sep 2020 - Apr 2022Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom• Achieved a 98% on-time delivery rate for fasteners and fixings, supporting the timely completion of 50+ major construction projects annually and improving project efficiency by 25%.• Successfully utilised an inventory management system that decreased stock discrepancies by 20% and reduced excess inventory, enhancing overall inventory accuracy by 15%.• Implemented a new performance evaluation system, resulting in a 30% improvement in delivery times and product quality, contributing to a 10% increase in customer satisfaction.• Managed the end-to-end purchasing process, including order placement, supplier communication, and coordination with the warehouse team, achieving a 95% order accuracy rate and reducing processing time by 20%.• Conducted market research to identify 10 new suppliers and assess market trends, contributing to improved procurement strategies and a 15% reduction in material costs.• Collaborated with external construction project managers to align procurement activities with project timelines and specifications, ensuring 100% compliance and enhancing project execution efficiency.
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Grant Mccann Education Details
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1St Class Honours
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Grant Mccann works for La Trobe University
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Grant Mccann's current role is Procurement Officer.
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Grant Mccann attended Cips - The Chartered Institute Of Procurement & Supply, Ulster University, Ulster University.
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