ISP School Procurement Manager IberiaPurpose of RoleA leading worldwide international private schools' operator is looking for a motivated and reliable Procurement Lead to support the schools' teams in our regional schools. The position will have a flexible location, although it will require regular visits to Madrid's Regional Office. The ideal candidate will have a procurement background and experience. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to be part of a fast-paced and growing company, working in an international environment daily. We offer competitive pay, excellent flexible work/life balance, and long-term growth opportunities. Your hands-on leadership and engagement will drive a safe, quality-driven working environment.As the Facilities Lead, you will report into the Regional Head of Property and Procurement.ISP School Procurement Manager Key ResponsibilitiesManage and support schools on procurement processes in compliance with regional procurement policy.Manage our eSourcing tool to set up new events with suppliers.Manage our eSourcing tool with regards to current contracts management.Find new suppliers to enrich tenders and ensure best value for money.Coordinate suppliers visits with schools when required.Create comparatives and ensure quotes are homogeneous in quantity and quality.Negotiate final agreements with suppliers.Support the Head of Property and Procurement on yearly regional central procurement initiatives (Books, Stationary, Agendas, Notebooks, etc.).Update monthly reports with schools' local initiatives and central savings, registering both executed benefits and savings, as well as tracking future initiatives.Proactively and continuously search for new saving opportunities.Skills, Qualifications and Experience2 years of minimum experience in similar positions.Knowledge of procurement processes.Negotiation skills; negotiation training isa plus.Excellent interpersonal skills to positively communicate at all levels and areas.Ability to communicate effectively in English.Ability to use software such as Microsoft Office, Adobe, needed.Self-managing skills to prioritize and timely deliver goals set.Proactivity.Problem solution focus.ISP Commitment to Safeguarding PrinciplesISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years' employment history.ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and BelongingISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics.#J-18808-Ljbffr
