Purchase/ Procurement Manager | International School | Chennai

• Work closely with global faculty and vendors in a diverse ecosystem
• Lead procurement for a top international school with strong governance
  

About Our Client

• Manage all indirect procurement for the school, covering facilities, IT, logistics, admin services, and staff mobility-related purchases.
• Liaise with international faculty and global vendors to coordinate shipment of goods, agency arrangements, and onboarding logistics.
• Drive cost optimization, vendor negotiations, and ensure compliance with relevant international and local procurement guidelines.
• Handle all purchase documentation, invoicing, and vendor payments with accuracy and transparency.
• Ensure timely procurement of critical school infrastructure, classroom materials, and staff-related supplies.
• Build and manage relationships with preferred vendors; monitor SLAs, and ensure competitive pricing and delivery.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, HR, and international mobility stakeholders to support new staff arrival and logistics.
• Supervise a small team and report to the Head of Operations/Finance.
  

The Successful Applicant

• 10+ years of experience in indirect procurement, preferably from large corporates or MNCs with structured procurement processes.
• Proven experience handling international shipments, vendor sourcing, onboarding logistics, and compliance related to expat staff.
• Strong knowledge of purchase lifecycle, vendor negotiation, cost control, invoicing, and internal audit requirements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills - must be able to coordinate with global faculty, vendors, and management.
• High levels of accountability, honesty, and process discipline. Preference for candidates with stable career histories and high-integrity environments.
• Experience in educational institutions, hospitality, large corporates, or IT/shared services is a plus.
• IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE/ Negotiable Notice Period Preffered
  

What's On Offer

• Leadership role in a prestigious, globally respected institution
• Exposure to international compliance and global mobility logistics
• Work with a truly international, values-driven community
• School holiday calendar, competitive salary, and strong work culture
  

Contact: Anmol Motsara

Quote job ref: JN-072025-6800689