School Inventory & Purchasing Specialist

GEMS WELLINGTON ACADEMY - AL KHAIL; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a proactive Storekeeper to manage purchasing and inventory control. You will oversee purchasing functions, maintain accurate inventory records, and provide exceptional service to internal departments. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in an educational setting, and a strong knowledge of logistics and procurement. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a purchasing or store management role.
• Preferably experience in a school or educational setting.
• Strong working knowledge of financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all purchasing functions for supplies.
• Liaise with curriculum leads and administrators for procurement.
• Process purchase orders and maintain inventory records.
• Manage the school’s physical stores and track orders.
• Provide exceptional service to internal departments.

Skills

Logistics knowledge

Procurement experience

Strong Excel skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multitasking ability

Customer service commitment

Education

Secondary education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Inventory databases

Job description

A leading educational institution in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a proactive Storekeeper to manage purchasing and inventory control. You will oversee purchasing functions, maintain accurate inventory records, and provide exceptional service to internal departments. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in an educational setting, and a strong knowledge of logistics and procurement. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills are essential for success in this position.