Senior Buyer for Procurement

Berklee College of Music • Boston, MA

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About The Position

Berklee seeks an experienced and highly analytical Senior Buyer for Procurement to be an internal consultant and driving force for supply strategy. This mission-driven role is vital to ensuring the effective and compliant acquisition of goods, equipment, and services that meet the needs of our administrative and academic departments. If you possess demonstrated expertise in contract management and project execution, you will directly support Berklee's global innovation and creativity by optimizing the efficiency of our operations. At Berklee, your work directly supports the next generation of creative leaders. About the Role & Responsibilities Reporting to the Senior Director of Procurement and Campus Business Services, the Senior Buyer is responsible for the procurement lifecycle—from identifying sources and preparing bids to awarding contracts and expediting delivery. This individual serves as the principal contact and liaison, working independently to manage multiple, conflicting priorities while ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines and institutional policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience required.
• 8-10 or more years of related experience.
• Demonstrated contract management and contract compliance skills.
• Proven project and/or program management skills .
• Strong analytical skills and exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Flexibility and a customer service mindset are extremely important.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in an environment of multiple conflicting priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Workday financial system highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed bid specifications, Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Requests for Quotes (RFQs) for goods and services, and award contracts and purchase orders.
• Administer and manage procurement processes , negotiate price agreements, and review transactions for contract compliance.
• Identify various sources of goods and services (specifically for campus business services) and develop supply strategies for specific suppliers and categories.
• Assure timely invoice payment by monitoring the procurement process from purchase order initiation through receipt of goods/services and vendor billing.
• Serve as an internal consultant and principal liaison for departments, suppliers, and the Berklee community on all procurement issues.
• Minimize institutional liability by reviewing and recommending approval or disapproval of college contracts.
• Assist in the training of departmental staff members involved in procurement operations.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays, including a winter break , to support work-life balance .
• Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance plans.
• Tuition benefits for you and your family, including free or discounted courses.
• Retirement planning with a 403(b) plan and matching contributions .
• Access to unforgettable performances, guest artists, and events .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees