Kolkata: Purchase Incharge — The Modern Academy Job at The Modern Academy

The Modern Academy
Kolkata, West Bengalfull-time₹3.8L – ₹4.8L / yrICSE4–6 yrs expPosted 16d ago

Key facts

Role
Purchase Incharge — The Modern Academy
School
The Modern Academy
City
Kolkata
State
West Bengal
Board
ICSE
School type
Day School
Employment type
Full Time
Salary
₹3.8L – ₹4.8L per year
Experience
4–6 years
Posted
7 Jun 2026
Closing date
18 Aug 2026
Day School
Est. 1993

Job description

Overview

Purchase Incharge — The Modern Academy at The Modern Academy, Kolkata. A focused role for educators ready to step into a structured classroom this academic year. Curriculum: ICSE. The school has been running for 33+ years. Send your application via this page; the school's hiring lead reviews every submission.

The Modern Academy, a ICSE school in Kolkata, 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: The Modern Academy is a ICSE Day School in Dhakuria, Kolkata.

What you'll handle as a Purchase Incharge — The Modern Academy

Take ownership of the role's deliverables and partner with the appropriate department leads.

Working in an ICSE school

ICSE/ISC schools prize depth of content, structured English-medium delivery and rigorous internal assessment cycles.

Working conditions

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

About teaching in Kolkata

Kolkata has historic ICSE and CBSE schools alongside growing IB options, with hiring concentrated around March–May.

Common questions about this role

Do staff get fee concession for their children?

Most reputable schools have a staff-child fee concession policy. Eligibility, percentage and number of children covered vary — ask HR for the written policy.

Is accommodation provided?

Day schools generally don't provide accommodation. The school may help with referrals to nearby PGs or rentals during your relocation.

Are meals provided at school?

Most schools offer a subsidised staff canteen or a daily mid-morning snack and lunch. Boarding schools typically include all meals for residential staff.

When does the school want the joining date to be?

Joining dates are usually negotiable around the school calendar. Mid-term joining is common for replacement vacancies; new positions often align to April or the start of the next term.

How do I apply for this Purchase Incharge — The Modern Academy vacancy?

Apply through this page using your School Jobs India profile. Complete your profile first (qualifications, experience, references) — schools shortlist faster when the basics are in place.

About The Modern Academy

The Modern Academy is a day school affiliated to ICSE, established in 1993, located in Kolkata, West Bengal.

The Modern Academy is a ICSE Day School in Dhakuria, Kolkata.

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Working at The Modern Academy

Perks

Medical RoomSmart ClassesArt and CraftDanceDramaMusicLibrary/Reading RoomPlaygroundComputer LabScience LabCCTVIndoor Sports

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