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Steven McCartney

Kill,Ireland

Summary

Accomplished procurement specialist with a strong focus on supplier relationship cultivation and strategic procurement. Demonstrates expertise in materials requirement planning, technical product understanding, and cost-reduction strategies. Skilled in market analysis, contract administration, and supplier management, ensuring health and safety compliance while fostering a collaborative team environment. Committed to driving efficiency and value through critical evaluation and innovative solutions.

Seasoned professional in procurement with focus on strategic purchasing and supply chain management. Capable of yielding significant cost savings and ensuring supply continuity through astute negotiation and risk management. Specialities include supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and market trend analysis.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Senior Buyer

Flynn Management & Contractors
Dublin, Ireland
08.2019 - 07.2025
  • Plant management across all projects in Ireland, UK, & Europe.
  • Over seeing all hire and sales of all tool & plant, Purchasing materials for projects , and everything in between from Stationary to IT equipment and office furniture.
  • Ensuring company procurement plan is implemented and followed.
  • Develop & maintain documentation and templates for use in procurement.
  • Promote the procurement function within company, including development and improvement of training and skills of staff involved in the procurement and purchasing process.
  • Setting up new suppliers in Ireland and Europe while maintaining a strong relationship with current supply chain.
  • I have autonomy of the company mobile phone and internet contract with Vodafone, orders, invoices, handsets wi-fi, for all staff and projects.
  • Keen emphasis on price analysis and working with supply chain.
  • Invoicing, and assisting Finance department, IT manager & QS team with pricing and sourcing.
  • Liaised with finance department for budget planning and control.
  • Led cross-functional team meetings to promote collaboration in procurement tasks.
  • Conducted market research, identifying competitive pricing trends.
  • Identified potential new suppliers for strategic expansion initiatives.
  • Improved cost efficiency with effective contract negotiations.
  • Strengthened vendor relationships to ensure consistent supply chain management.
  • Established long-term contracts for steady supply flow.
  • Sourced new vendors and suppliers to boost product offerings and increase profit margins at each store location.
  • Assisted with staff development by implementing effective, hands-on training programmes for new employees, maximising performance and engagement from day one.

Branch Manager / Business Development Manager

HSS Hire/Laois Hire
01.2017 - 08.2019
  • Over seeing all hire & Sales for branch, management of 15 staff members and day to day tasks and requirements.
  • Building customer data base and serving existing client.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, maintaining ethical standards.
  • Liaised with clients, resulting in strong relationships and repeat business.

Senior Member of Event Management

Paddy Power Betfair PLC
01.2008 - 07.2016
  • Maintaining Epos system for retail estate of 300 + shops and online sports book for Ireland Uk & Europe.
  • Data analyst for RAMP OpenBet NIKE Sportsbet Nexus.

Education

BA Hons - Business & Event Management

Glasgow Caledonian university

GCFT/Central - Business & Marketing HND

Skills

  • Supplier relationship cultivation
  • Materials requirement planning
  • Technical product understanding
  • Strategic procurement
  • Cost-reduction strategies
  • Market analysis
  • Contract administration
  • Supplier management
  • Critical evaluation
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Team player

Languages

German
Intermediate

Certification

Fork Lift License .

1st Aid Certified.

Timeline

Senior Buyer

Flynn Management & Contractors
08.2019 - 07.2025

Branch Manager / Business Development Manager

HSS Hire/Laois Hire
01.2017 - 08.2019

Senior Member of Event Management

Paddy Power Betfair PLC
01.2008 - 07.2016

GCFT/Central - Business & Marketing HND

BA Hons - Business & Event Management

Glasgow Caledonian university
Steven McCartney