procurement Manager

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to lead end-to-end procurement operations for our fast-growing EdTech organization. The role will focus primarily on IT assets procurement, supplier and vendor management, and contract lifecycle management, import and export of the IT assets and advanced tech equipment, while also leading and developing a high-performing procurement team.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, commercially savvy, and capable of scaling procurement processes in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & IT Asset Management

• Own the complete procurement lifecycle for IT assets (laptops, desktops, peripherals, networking equipment, software licenses, etc.).

• Plan and execute asset procurement aligned with business growth and onboarding needs.

• Maintain accurate inventory records and asset tracking systems.

• Optimize procurement costs while ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery.

• Manage import/export documentation, customs clearance, and logistics for electronic and lab equipment.

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, government import norms, and institutional quality standards.

• Collaborate with finance, operations, and project teams to plan requirements, procurement budgets and timelines.

Supplier & Vendor Management

• Identify, onboard, and manage suppliers and vendors.

• Build strong vendor relationships and conduct periodic performance reviews.

• Negotiate pricing, SLAs, payment terms, and delivery timelines.

• Resolve vendor-related issues and ensure service continuity.

Contract & Agreement Management

• Draft, review, and manage vendor contracts and agreements in coordination with legal and finance teams.

• Ensure contracts comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.

• Track contract renewals, expirations, and renegotiations.

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of 5–10 procurement professionals.

• Set clear goals, monitor performance, and provide ongoing coaching and development.

• Allocate workload effectively and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Process Improvement & Compliance

• Establish and improve procurement policies, SOPs, and controls.

• Ensure adherence to internal procurement processes and audit requirements.

• Generate regular MIS reports on spend, vendors, assets, and savings.

• Collaborate closely with IT, Finance, HR, and Operations teams.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering / Business Administration.

• Minimum 3–4 years of experience in procurement, with strong exposure to IT assets procurement.

• Prior experience managing suppliers, contracts, and vendor negotiations.

• Proven experience leading a team (minimum 2+ years in a people-management role preferred).

• Strong knowledge of import/export regulations, particularly for China and Southeast Asian markets.

• Strong understanding of procurement best practices and inventory management.

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

• Proficiency in MS Excel and procurement/asset management tools.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in EdTech, Tech, or fast-scaling startups.

• Knowledge of contract lifecycle management.

• Strong analytical and cost-optimization mindset.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to build and scale procurement operations in a high-growth EdTech company.

• Collaborative work culture with cross-functional exposure.

• Competitive compensation and benefits.

• Career growth and leadership opportunities.