Michael Cate
About Michael Cate
Michael Cate is a Supply Chain Manager with extensive experience in procurement and purchasing across various companies. He has held positions at Innoflight, TransCore, Swinerton Renewable Energy, MVTS Technologies, Chromalloy, and AbacusNext.
Current Role as Supply Chain Manager
Michael Cate currently holds the position of Supply Chain Manager at Innoflight, a role he has occupied since 2023. In this capacity, he oversees supply chain operations, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in procurement and inventory management. His experience in supply chain management contributes to the strategic direction of the company's operations.
Previous Experience at Innoflight
Prior to his current role, Michael Cate served as the Purchasing Manager at Innoflight from 2020 to 2023. During his tenure, he was responsible for managing purchasing activities and supplier relationships, which laid the groundwork for his advancement within the organization.
Career History in Procurement and Supply Chain
Michael Cate has extensive experience in procurement and supply chain management. He worked as a Procurement Manager at Swinerton Renewable Energy for 9 months in 2019. His earlier roles include serving as a Procurement Analyst at MVTS Technologies from 2010 to 2014 and as a Senior Buyer at Chromalloy from 2006 to 2010. These positions have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of supply chain dynamics.
Early Career in Purchasing
Michael Cate began his career in purchasing as a Buyer I at TransCore, where he worked for 10 months in 2005 and 2006. He later took on the role of Purchasing & Inventory Control Manager at AbacusNext from 2016 to 2019, further developing his skills in inventory management and supplier negotiations.