Procurement Manager

Managing Director of Finance (Controller), Brooklyn, New York

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In-Person Work Preferred

This is an exempt position and is not eligible for overtime.

WHO WE ARE

Explore Schools is a network of public charter schools providing 2,000 students in Brooklyn with the outstanding education they deserve. Our goal is to provide students with curriculum and instruction that is both standards-aligned and culturally responsive. Our approach is designed to provide the conditions that nurture students as critical thinkers and natural problem-solvers. As an organization, we are committed to engaging in work that disrupts and roots out systems and structures that perpetuate white supremacy. We intentionally seek to build and maintain a diverse and talented team that reflects the backgrounds and experiences of our students and creates an inclusive environment for all employees.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

We believe that all children can learn when immersed in a rich environment full of high expectations, rigorous academics, and caring, committed adults. We believe equity and excellence are not mutually exclusive—we can meet the needs of all students in our schools, while actively engaging parents and driving toward excellent academic results. We believe it is both our privilege and responsibility to help close the opportunity gap in the Brooklyn community.

WHO YOU ARE

Explore Schools seeks a professional with at least 3 years of Procurement experience for the Procurement Manager role. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment where you proactively problem-solve and propose solutions. You have superb organizing and prioritizing skills, meeting deadlines, staying on top of important details, and a strong working knowledge of Excel. The Procurement Manager should enjoy collaborating within and across teams and supporting wherever needed. Additionally, you possess the following qualities :

• Dedicated to working in communities that have historically been underserved and under-resourced
• You are willing to engage in identity work necessary to heighten your own awareness and improve your capacity to view your workstreams through an anti-white supremacy lens
• You are a systems-based thinker; one who is skilled at creating and implementing systems and processes that enable work to be accomplished effectively across the network.
• The desire to create and maintain a safe, secure, efficient, and sustainable school environment
• A willingness to go above and beyond to support our mission
• Strong technical computer skills
• A steadfast commitment to collaboration and teamwork
• Professional integrity, flexibility, and a reflective attitude
• The ability to execute tasks efficiently and with a sense of urgency and attention to detail
• The ability to work with and manage others up, down and sideways.
• The ability to execute and communicate in a direct and sensitive fashion
• The ability to bend, squat, climb stairs frequently and lift up to 20 pounds
• Bachelor’s Degree, required
• At least 3 years of procurement experience in a school environment, required

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The Procurement Manager executes the procure-to-pay process, managing purchasing activities across the network and improving centralized procurement systems. Key responsibilities include establishing and maintaining vendor relationships, placing, managing, and reconciling purchases across schools and network teams in a timely and error-free manner in compliance with our fiscal policies and procedures, collaborating with network and school leaders to meet procurement goals, and ensuring timely payments while delivering exceptional customer service.

As a finance team member, the Procurement Manager reports to the Managing Director of Finance while working closely with school and network leaders to determine procurement needs and execute procurement activities effectively across the organization. This role requires professionalism, trustworthiness, and adaptability in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to :

Procurement & Vendor Management

Leadership & Professional Development

BENEFITS AND PERKS

Explore Schools staff members receive a competitive salary, paid time off including network shutdown days, considerable matching of retirement contributions, and more. Additionally, you can expect :

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Explore Schools staff members receive a competitive salary, paid time off including network shutdown days, considerable matching of retirement contributions, and more.

Additionally, you can expect :

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Explore Schools is a network of 6 charter schools located in Canarsie, Crown Heights, and Flatbush communities of Brooklyn, NY. Our schools are currently operating fully in-person. For this position :

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As discussed in our Who We Are section, Explore Schools is an equal opportunity employer. It is important to us that all staff members have a place of employment that is free of discrimination of all kinds and where staff can bring their authentic selves to work. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran, or military status. If any employee or applicant believes they have been discriminated against, they should let Tiffany Williams know immediately.

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Salary : $65,000 - $80,000