About the Opportunity
JOB SUMMARY
Provides supplier onboarding, maintenance, and relationship management support, leveraging data analysis and process automation to strengthen the organization's vendor ecosystem. This role serves as a primary point of contact for suppliers, partnering with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth onboarding experiences, sustained supplier performance, and compliant procurement operations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree required
- 2–4 years of relevant experience required
- Experience administering projects, programs, and/or processes is preferred
- Experience with Jaggaer or Workday Finance is preferred
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Lead end-to-end supplier onboarding, including documentation collection, system setup, and cross-functional coordination to ensure timely activation of new vendors.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier records, certifications, and compliance documentation within procurement systems.
- Serve as the primary relationship manager for an assigned supplier portfolio, fostering strong partnerships and resolving issues proactively.
- Conduct supplier performance analyses to evaluate vendor health, identify trends, and support data-driven decision-making across the supplier lifecycle.
- Support the implementation and continuous improvement of automation initiatives that streamline supplier onboarding, maintenance, and communication workflows.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to anticipate supplier needs and align vendor capabilities with organizational goals.
- Support contract renewals, amendments, and risk management activities to ensure continuity of supply.
- Other duties as assigned
Position Type
FinanceAdditional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
109SExpected Hiring Range:
$67,855.00 - $95,845.00With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend on several factors, which may include your education, experience, location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role. Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to change.
Northeastern University Boston, Massachusetts, USA Office
360 Huntington Ave, , , , Boston, MA , United States, 02115-5005
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