Senior Procurement Analyst

Massachusetts Port Authority•Boston, MA

About The Position

As a Senior Procurement Analyst, you bring strong judgment, analytical thinking, and a commitment to fairness that helps you navigate complex procurement decisions with clarity and integrity. You communicate openly with stakeholders, build constructive vendor relationships, and foster collaboration across departments. You manage details with precision, adapt quickly to shifting operational needs, and use data, technology, and process improvements to strengthen transparency, efficiency, and overall value in procurement operations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business management, finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
3-5 years of purchasing experience with demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret RFP responses and perform data analysis.
Knowledge of e‑procurement practices, with preferred exposure to supplier diversity initiatives, sustainability and NetZero practices, and procurement of EV fleet equipment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with procurement or accounting systems such as Oracle Fusion or PeopleSoft; professional purchasing certifications are preferred, along with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Leads procurement planning by assessing departmental needs, defining requirements, and maintaining tools and schedules that ensure continuity of goods and services.
Manages fair and compliant solicitations by developing RFP/RFQ materials, facilitating evaluation processes, and overseeing vendor selection and award decisions.
Administers contracts and service agreements by coordinating with Legal, processing updates in procurement systems, and monitoring active agreements for timely execution and payments.
Engages stakeholders and vendors, analyzes procurement data, and recommends improvements that increase efficiency, transparency, and value across procurement operations.