Procurement Officer

Description:

Victory Heights Primary School, a prestigious British curriculum institution located in Dubai Sports City and Dubailand (City of Arabia), is looking for a dedicated and experienced Procurement Officer to join its administrative operations team starting August 2025. The role is essential in supporting the school’s mission through responsible procurement practices, vendor relationship management, and sustainable sourcing, ensuring high-value acquisitions aligned with operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including sourcing, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.

• Collaborate with internal departments to identify purchasing needs and develop procurement strategies that align with the school’s objectives.

• Monitor vendor performance and maintain strong relationships with both local and international suppliers.

• Evaluate supplier quotations to ensure cost-effectiveness and adherence to quality and compliance standards.

• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, invoices, and contracts.

• Utilize procurement software and tools to streamline and optimize procurement operations.

• Ensure the procurement process is transparent, accountable, and aligned with regulatory standards.

• Keep up-to-date with market trends, particularly with regard to sustainable sourcing and global supply chain developments.

• Prepare procurement reports for management review and budgeting purposes.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.

• Minimum 2 to 5 years of hands-on experience in procurement, preferably within the education sector or a structured corporate environment.

• Strong skills in supplier negotiation, vendor evaluation, and contract management.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; familiarity with procurement or ERP systems is advantageous.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to manage cross-functional collaboration.

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of strategic thinking with strong financial and analytical acumen.

• Demonstrated interest in sustainability, responsible sourcing, and awareness of global market trends.

Additional Details:

• Start Date: August 2025

• Application Deadline: 16th June 2025, 12:00 PM

• Early applications are strongly encouraged. The school reserves the right to fill the position prior to the deadline.