Role Summary
Lead procurement for all school construction and fit-out projects across cities, so every site gets the right materials and services on time, on spec and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and run procurement for civil materials (cement, steel, blocks, aggregates), MEP items, finishes, doors, windows and roofing
- Procure school fit-out: classroom furniture, lab equipment, play equipment, signage and fixtures
- Build and maintain a pan-India vendor base; evaluate, empanel and rate vendors on quality, price and delivery
- Float RFQs and tenders, prepare comparative statements and negotiate rates, payment terms and rate contracts
- Issue purchase and work orders; track deliveries to multiple sites against project schedules
- Control procurement costs against project budgets and BOQs; flag variances early
- Coordinate with Project Managers, site engineers, accounts and stores on requirements, GRNs and payments
- Ensure documentation, GST compliance and audit-ready procurement records
- Use ERP/procurement systems for indents, POs and MIS reporting
Qualifications and Experience
- B.E./B.Tech (Civil/Mechanical), or a degree in Commerce or Supply Chain; MBA in Materials/Supply Chain preferred
- 10+ years in construction procurement, preferably for multi-site building projects
- Strong knowledge of construction material specifications, market rates and vendor networks across South and West India
- Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP/Oracle or similar) and advanced MS Excel
Key Skills
- Negotiation
- Vendor management
- Cost analysis
- Contract terms
- Planning across multiple sites
- Integrity and transparency