Job Summary
We are seeking a proactive and resourceful Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operational activities, procurement, vendor coordination, and event-related requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong operational and negotiation skills, an established vendor network across Karachi and Sindh, and the ability to manage multiple activities efficiently.
Roles And Responsibilities:
- Manage and coordinate day-to-day operational activities to ensure smooth and efficient execution.
- Plan and manage procurement activities, including sourcing, quotations, negotiations, purchasing, and delivery.
- Identify, evaluate, onboard, and maintain relationships with vendors and service providers.
- Coordinate with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products, services, equipment, and materials.
- Develop and maintain a reliable vendor and trade network across Karachi and Sindh.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, service terms, and delivery schedules with vendors.
- Support the planning and execution of events, workshops, training sessions, and organizational activities.
- Coordinate logistics, venues, transportation, equipment, supplies, and other event requirements.
- Monitor operational budgets, procurement costs, and vendor expenses.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, vendor databases, purchase documentation, and operational reports.
- Conduct regular vendor performance reviews and resolve service or delivery issues.
- Coordinate with internal departments to understand operational and procurement requirements.
- Ensure compliance with organizational procurement policies and processes.
- Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize vendor relationships.
- Provide regular operational updates and reports to management.
- Travel within Sindh as required to support projects, events, procurement activities, and field operations
Required Skills
Skills And Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in Operations, Procurement, Event Management, Business Development, or a related function.
- Experience in the EdTech sector will be preferred.
- Established vendor and trade network across Karachi and Sindh.
- Strong procurement, vendor-management, negotiation, and relationship-management skills.
- Experience in event planning, logistics, and on-ground operational coordination.
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder-management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple operational activities, vendors, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Good understanding of procurement processes, quotations, purchase orders, and vendor negotiations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace, particularly Excel/Google Sheets.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate operational and procurement records.
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within Sindh as required.
- Ability to work independently, take ownership, and respond effectively to operational challenges.
- Proactive, flexible, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment