Chennai: Purchase Incharge — Shikshaa Public School Job at Shikshaa Public School

Shikshaa Public School
Chennai, Tamil Nadufull-time₹5.0L – ₹10L / yrCBSE5–12 yrs expPosted 8d ago

Key facts

Role
Purchase Incharge — Shikshaa Public School
School
Shikshaa Public School
City
Chennai
State
Tamil Nadu
Board
CBSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹5.0L – ₹10L per year
Experience
5–12 years
Posted
11 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 2012

Job description

Overview

Shikshaa Public School (Chennai, Tamil Nadu) is inviting applications for a Purchase Incharge — Shikshaa Public School. The school has been running for 14+ years. Curriculum: CBSE. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.

Shikshaa Public School, a CBSE school in Chennai, is hiring a Purchase Incharge.

Key responsibilities:

  • Manage day-to-day operations of the function
  • Coordinate with school leadership and external vendors
  • Maintain accurate records and reports
  • Ensure compliance with school policies

Requirements:

  • 5-12 years of relevant experience
  • Graduate/Postgraduate in the relevant function; school experience preferred

About the school: Shikshaa Public School is a CBSE Day School in Chromepet, Chennai.

What you'll handle as a Purchase Incharge — Shikshaa Public School

Support the school's day-to-day operations as outlined by the hiring team during the interview.

Working in a CBSE school

CBSE schools value teachers comfortable with conceptual lesson design, art-integrated learning and NEP 2020-aligned pedagogy.

Working conditions

This is a day school — standard working hours with weekend off, occasional events and parent-teacher meetings.

About teaching in Chennai

Chennai schools span Matriculation, CBSE, ICSE and IB, with strong English-medium demand across the city.

Common questions about this role

How much experience do I need for this Purchase Incharge — Shikshaa Public School role?

Refer to the experience range posted on this page. If you're close to the minimum, apply with a strong demo lesson plan or portfolio — many schools flex by ±1 year for the right candidate.

When are increments and bonuses given?

Annual increments are usually announced in March/April, alongside the new academic year. Performance-linked bonuses vary by school — some pay a one-month festive bonus, others none.

What is the leave policy?

Teaching staff typically get all school holidays plus 8–15 casual/sick leaves per academic year. Long vacations (summer, winter, Diwali, Holi breaks) follow the published school calendar.

How long does it take to hear back after applying?

Schools usually shortlist within a week or two. Set up a job alert for similar roles so you don't miss the next match if this one doesn't move forward.

Is the salary CTC or in-hand?

Most Indian schools quote annual CTC. In-hand is typically 85–90% of CTC after PF, professional tax and (where applicable) income tax — exact deductions are confirmed at offer stage.

About Shikshaa Public School

Shikshaa Public School is a day school affiliated to CBSE, established in 2012, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

Shikshaa Public School is a CBSE Day School in Chromepet, Chennai.

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