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Position Overview The Global Head of Procurement will lead, enhance, and optimize procurement, commercial, and operational processes across the organization. This role requires a seasoned leader with a proven track record in IT and real estate procurement, supply chain management, commercial contracts, and global operations. The role demands strategic oversight of vendor management, ERP-driven procurement transformation, cost optimization, and risk management, while also ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations. The candidate will play a critical role in supporting global projects, driving commercial efficiency, and contributing to the organization’s long-term growth. Key Responsibilities 1. Procurement Management & Transformation • Lead end-to-end procurement operations with strong compliance to policies, regulations, and governance., • Drive real estate-focused procurement, including campus setup and construction-related categories., • Implement procurement transformation initiatives, including ERP development and digitization., • Develop and enforce procurement best practices, policies, and reporting standards., • Oversee vendor onboarding, evaluation, and long-term supplier relationship management. 2. Commercial & Contract Management • Manage full contract lifecycle: drafting, negotiation, awarding, monitoring, and compliance., • Oversee insurance and health cover contracts, as well as employee services procurement., • Ensure adherence to ethical, sustainable, and regulatory procurement practices., • Maintain a comprehensive contract register and lead continuous improvements in commercial governance. 3. Supply Chain Management • Collaborate with suppliers and logistics partners to strengthen supply chain effectiveness and resilience. 4. Cost Optimization & Risk Management • Identify and deliver cost-saving opportunities across procurement and operational functions., • Conduct analytics-driven reviews of procurement performance and spend efficiency., • Drive cost control initiatives across capex projects and serve as an active Capex Committee Member., • Optimize facility and administration management to reduce downtime and operational overheads. 5. Project & Global Business Support • Provide procurement and commercial support for global projects, including K-12 school set-up and expansion initiatives., • Partner with business development and project teams on large-scale, cross-border transactions., • Align procurement strategies with global business priorities. 6. Operations & Administration • Collaborate with the CEO, CXOs, and senior leadership to shape and deliver operational strategy., • Develop and implement systems, processes, and tools to improve organizational efficiency., • Manage budgets, capital investment, and expenses to achieve growth and profitability goals., • Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or related fields (Master’s preferred)., • In-depth experience in procurement, commercial management, supply chain, and operations, with exposure to:, • Real estate-focused procurement & campus setup projects., • Insurance & employee health cover contracts., • Procurement of employee services and administration contracts., • Demonstrated experience as part of a Capex Committee. Technical • Expertise in procurement systems, ERP platforms, contract lifecycle management, and supply chain tools., • Familiarity with construction and real estate procurement practices., • Strong leadership with ability to inspire, mentor, and manage large cross-functional teams., • Excellent verbal and written communication., • Ability to make informed decisions under pressure., • Exceptional time management with ability to handle multiple priorities. This is a senior leadership role at the core of the organization’s growth journey. The successful candidate will shape procurement and commercial excellence across real estate, education, and global operations, while driving transformation that enhances efficiency, compliance, and value creation.

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