[Hiring] Purchasing Worker II @Mass General Brigham

Role Description

At Mass General Brigham, every product, service, and supply plays a critical role in supporting world-class patient care, innovation, and operational excellence. We're seeking a resourceful and relationship-driven Procurement Specialist to help ensure our teams have the right resources, at the right time, and at the best value.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys partnering with stakeholders, building supplier relationships, negotiating favorable terms, and using data and market intelligence to drive smart purchasing decisions.

As a Procurement Specialist, you'll manage the procurement process from requisition through order fulfillment, helping departments secure the products and services they need while maintaining compliance and fiscal responsibility.

• Serve as a trusted procurement partner to internal stakeholders across the organization.
• Manage assigned requisitions and source products through existing suppliers whenever possible, utilizing knowledge of the Mass General Brigham item catalog and approved vendor network.
• Oversee purchase orders from creation through completion, ensuring accuracy, timely processing, and successful delivery.
• Review purchasing requests to confirm alignment with organizational policies, procedures, and budget requirements.
• Research and identify qualified suppliers to support business needs and operational goals.
• Assist in the evaluation and onboarding of new suppliers for inclusion in the Mass General Brigham Supplier File.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier partnerships while negotiating competitive pricing, favorable terms, and overall value.
• Communicate proactively with stakeholders regarding order status, product availability, and procurement solutions.
• Monitor market trends, supply chain developments, and pricing fluctuations to identify opportunities for savings and process improvements.
• Contribute to initiatives that enhance procurement efficiency, supplier performance, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in General Business required.
• 0-1 year directly related purchasing experience required.
• 2-3 years customer service support-related work preferred.
• Excellent computer skills (Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint).
• Proficient in appropriate software.
• Critical thinking, sales, budget, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Requirements

• Experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain operations, healthcare administration, or a related field.
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• The ability to prioritize multiple requests and manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• A customer-focused mindset and passion for delivering outstanding service.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay.
• Comprehensive benefits.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Differentials, premiums, and bonuses as applicable.
• Recognition programs designed to celebrate contributions and support professional growth.

Company Description

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.