Senior Buyer - Berklee College of Music
Overview
Senior Buyer at Berklee leads end-to-end purchasing for campus operations. You will own the purchasing lifecycle while serving as strategic consultant and supplier liaison. This role balances regulatory compliance with cost efficiency to support academic leadership. The position offers unique impact on creative leaders within a mission-driven environment.
What You'll Do6
- 1Design and execute bidding processes including RFPs and RFQs to secure competitive pricing
- 2Develop vendor strategies and maintain institutional commodity contracts
- 3Manage order lifecycle from purchase order creation through goods receipt and payment reconciliation
- 4Optimize procurement systems using Workday Financials and related technology tools
- 5Provide advisory services on sourcing disputes and staff training initiatives
- 6Analyze spending patterns to identify cost-saving opportunities
Requirements7
- 15+ years managing purchasing operations for large organizations
- 28-10 years experience with strategic sourcing and contract administration
- 3Proficiency with Workday Financials platform
- 4Bachelor's degree in business or related field
- 5Strong analytical capabilities with proven track record of driving savings
- 6Customer-focused approach with excellent communication skills
- 7Discretion when handling sensitive financial information
Salary Insight
$95 - $112k per year
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