Vendor Relations Specialist
Job Location:
Cambridge, MA - USA
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Job Summary
Posting Description
VENDOR RELATIONS SPECIALIST The Office of the Vice President for Finance (VPF) advances MITs mission by supporting thoughtful stewardship and effective deployment of the Institutes financial resources. Forward-thinking and future-oriented the office is working to create seamless administrative experience for MIT colleagues and make it easier for them to comply with grant accounting and other applicable rules. VPF also seeks to enhance the quality of financial information available to MIT and is focused on providing services that are readily adaptable to the evolving demands of an increasingly global Institute.
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Job Requirements
REQUIRED: High school diploma; a minimum of three years of experience in accounting including at least one in customer service; demonstrated Microsoft Office Suite experience; strong analytical problem solving and organizational skills; highly organized with the ability to multitask and ensure timely delivery of all assignments; strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to pay close attention to detail ensure accuracy and follow through on all assignments and issues; ability to work independently and as part of a team; and ability to learn new technologies and apply knowledge to resolve problems and implement data validation and management tools. PREFERRED: Bachelors degree; knowledge of SAP; purchasing and/or accounts payable experience preferably in an academic setting; andknowledge of accounts payable toolsOffice of Foreign Assets Control Dunn & Bradstreet or Convey Tax Compliance Systems.
This is a benefits eligible one year term position with the possibility of renewal for up to three years.
3/16/2026
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Risk Management
- Data Entry
- Vendor Management
- Mobile Devices
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Automotive Diagnostics
- Live Chat
- Merchandising
- Contract Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Cash Handling
- negotiation
About Company
The MIT Media Lab is an interdisciplinary research lab that encourages the unconventional mixing and matching of seemingly disparate research areas.
