What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Buyer position at Massachusetts Institute of Technology?
Posting Description
SENIOR BUYER, Office of the Vice President for Finance , to purchase standard and non-standard materials, supplies, equipment, and services at the best possible price and value to the Institute under advantageous purchase arrangements; and work with new and existing suppliers to MIT.
The Full Job Description Is Available Here .
Job Requirements
REQUIRED : Bachelor’s degree; a minimum of three years of experience in the procurement field; a minimum one year of experience delivering customer service; demonstrated Microsoft Office Suite experience and familiarity with video conferencing and collaboration tools; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a high volume of work, balance competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment; demonstrated dependability, follow-through, and commitment to producing high-quality and accurate work; ability to use discretion, tact, and sound judgment working with highly sensitive and confidential information; strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across teams and the broader community; strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills with a focus on continuous improvement; and ability to meet performance metrics assigned for the unit. PREFERRED : Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) license; knowledge of Buy-to-Pay/Coupa System; SAP experience; experience procuring lab supplies, chemicals and laboratory services; or MIT experience.
5/13/2026
SENIOR BUYER, Office of the Vice President for Finance , to purchase standard and non-standard materials, supplies, equipment, and services at the best possible price and value to the Institute under advantageous purchase arrangements; and work with new and existing suppliers to MIT.
The Full Job Description Is Available Here .
Job Requirements
REQUIRED : Bachelor’s degree; a minimum of three years of experience in the procurement field; a minimum one year of experience delivering customer service; demonstrated Microsoft Office Suite experience and familiarity with video conferencing and collaboration tools; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a high volume of work, balance competing priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in a fast-paced environment; demonstrated dependability, follow-through, and commitment to producing high-quality and accurate work; ability to use discretion, tact, and sound judgment working with highly sensitive and confidential information; strong collaboration and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across teams and the broader community; strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills with a focus on continuous improvement; and ability to meet performance metrics assigned for the unit. PREFERRED : Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) license; knowledge of Buy-to-Pay/Coupa System; SAP experience; experience procuring lab supplies, chemicals and laboratory services; or MIT experience.
5/13/2026