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Job Description
Supply Chain Manager (Local Contract)
Company Overview
British International for Education consists of The British School of Kuwait (BSK) The Sunshine Kindergarten (TSK) The British Academy of Sport (BAS) and The British Academy of International Arts (BAIA).
The British School of Kuwait (BSK) is recognised widely as Kuwaits premier school. In terms of the quality of educational provision; resourcing; the achievements of its students; the breadth of the curriculum; the extent of its extracurricular provision; the commitment to continuing professional development and the embedding of technology into the teaching learning and management of the school BSK sets standards that very few other schools can match. Above all it is renowned for the quality of its students and its teachers. All teachers at BSK are adventurous capable and ambitious and whilst the average length of stay has been increasing there remain frequent opportunities for colleagues to apply for positions of extra responsibility. Though BSK demands the highest standards of professionalism from its staff it remains an exciting environment in which to build a career in teaching.
Job Summary
The Supply Chain Manager will oversee the procurement logistics and inventory management to ensure the seamless delivery of resources and services that support the schools operations. This includes managing vendor relationships ensuring compliance with school policies and optimizing supply chain processes to achieve cost efficiency and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
Procurement and Vendor Management:
- Develop and manage the schools procurement processes including supplier selection negotiation and contract management.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local and international suppliers to ensure timely and costeffective delivery of goods and services.
- Monitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to quality and compliance standards.
Inventory and Resource Management:
- Oversee inventory control ensuring optimal stock levels of educational materials office supplies and other resources.
- Conduct regular audits to track and account for all school assets.
- Implement and maintain inventory management systems to streamline processes.
Logistics and Distribution:
- Plan and coordinate the distribution of resources to ensure all departments and facilities are adequately supplied.
- Manage the movement of goods including customs clearance and compliance with Kuwaiti import/export regulations.
- Address logistical challenges promptly to minimize disruption to school operations.
Budget and Cost Control:
- Develop and monitor supply chain budgets in alignment with the schools financial objectives.
- Identify costsaving opportunities and implement strategies for improved efficiency.
Policy and Compliance:
- Ensure supply chain activities adhere to the schools policies and local regulations.
- Promote sustainable and ethical procurement practices.
Collaboration and Reporting:
- Work closely with academic administrative and operations teams to forecast supply needs and align with school priorities.
- Prepare detailed reports on procurement inventory and logistics performance for the senior leadership team.
Person Specification
Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management Business Administration Logistics or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as CIPS CSCP or equivalent (desirable).
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management procurement or logistics preferably within an educational international or servicefocused organization.
- Proven track record in vendor management negotiation and process optimization.
- Familiarity with Kuwaiti import/export regulations and customs procedures (preferred).
Skills and Competencies:
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
- Strong analytical and problemsolving abilities.
- Proficiency in supply chain software and inventory management systems.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams.
- Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
Personal Attributes:
- Proactive solutionoriented mindset.
- Commitment to high ethical standards and sustainable practices.
- Culturally aware and adaptable to working in a diverse international environment.
Application Requirements
Your application should include:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Covering Letter
- Profile Photo Upload (recent photograph)
Safeguarding
Prospective candidates should submit the details of at least two previous employers as referees which must be their two most recent employers covering a minimum of four years of employment or all of their employment if the candidate has less than four years of experience.
If a candidate has only one previous employer two references can be provided from the same employer.
For candidates in a school where the line manager is providing a reference the reference must be countersigned by the Head Teacher or Principal.
All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced criminal background check and must provide a detailed residential history for the last ten 10 years.
The British School of Kuwait (BSK) is committed to safer recruitment practices.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
