Berklee College of Music
Senior Director, Campus Business Services
Berklee College of Music, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
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Shape the business operations behind the music.
Berklee is where artists come to discover who they are and shape the future of music and the performing arts. With campuses in Boston, New York City, Valencia, and a thriving online division, Berklee is a global leader in arts education—and we’re powered by people who are innovative, collaborative, and mission-driven.
We’re seeking a
Senior Director of Campus Business Services
to lead a wide range of auxiliary and procurement operations that directly support Berklee’s student experience and institutional success. If you’re a strategic thinker who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys optimizing systems and contracts, and believes in the power of mission-aligned operations, this role is for you.
What You’ll Do:
Lead and continuously improve all aspects of procurement services, contract management, and auxiliary operations (e.g., dining, bookstore, mail services, campus card program, vending, and more). Oversee vendor relationships, ensure service excellence, and drive cost-effective solutions that benefit the entire Berklee community. Manage large-scale contracts and RFP processes, ensuring compliance, transparency, and value. Collaborate across departments—including Student Affairs, Technology Resources, Public Safety, and Facilities—to align business services with student and institutional needs. Optimize financial performance, budgets, and reporting for all campus services. Serve as a key liaison to procurement consortia and external vendors, representing Berklee in collaborative purchasing and operational improvement initiatives. Oversee Berklee’s Workday Procurement module and help streamline the procure-to-pay process.
What You Bring:
A bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field is required; an MBA is preferred. 8–10+ years of progressive leadership experience in procurement, auxiliary services, or campus operations. Strong understanding of procurement systems, especially ERP tools—Workday experience is a plus. Strategic mindset and ability to lead process improvements and cross-functional projects. Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership. A collaborative, people-first leadership style and commitment to equity, inclusion, and innovation.
Why Berklee:
At Berklee, we believe supporting creativity begins with supporting people. We’re proud to offer:
Hybrid and flexible work options Generous paid time off and holidays Tuition benefits for employees and their families Access to performances and events on campus Comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and a collaborative, mission-driven culture
You’ll join a workplace where every function, including business services, plays a part in empowering artists and creative leaders worldwide.
If you’re excited to lead with purpose, drive impact behind the scenes, and help support a globally recognized creative community, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today!
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:
We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at hroperations@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-2375.
Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.
*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*
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Senior Director, Campus Business Services
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Berklee College of Music Senior Director, Campus Business Services 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Senior Director, Campus Business Services
role at
Berklee College of Music Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Job Description:
Any additional information you require for this job can be found in the below text Make sure to read thoroughly, then apply.
Shape the business operations behind the music.
Berklee is where artists come to discover who they are and shape the future of music and the performing arts. With campuses in Boston, New York City, Valencia, and a thriving online division, Berklee is a global leader in arts education—and we’re powered by people who are innovative, collaborative, and mission-driven.
We’re seeking a
Senior Director of Campus Business Services
to lead a wide range of auxiliary and procurement operations that directly support Berklee’s student experience and institutional success. If you’re a strategic thinker who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys optimizing systems and contracts, and believes in the power of mission-aligned operations, this role is for you.
What You’ll Do:
Lead and continuously improve all aspects of procurement services, contract management, and auxiliary operations (e.g., dining, bookstore, mail services, campus card program, vending, and more). Oversee vendor relationships, ensure service excellence, and drive cost-effective solutions that benefit the entire Berklee community. Manage large-scale contracts and RFP processes, ensuring compliance, transparency, and value. Collaborate across departments—including Student Affairs, Technology Resources, Public Safety, and Facilities—to align business services with student and institutional needs. Optimize financial performance, budgets, and reporting for all campus services. Serve as a key liaison to procurement consortia and external vendors, representing Berklee in collaborative purchasing and operational improvement initiatives. Oversee Berklee’s Workday Procurement module and help streamline the procure-to-pay process.
What You Bring:
A bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field is required; an MBA is preferred. 8–10+ years of progressive leadership experience in procurement, auxiliary services, or campus operations. Strong understanding of procurement systems, especially ERP tools—Workday experience is a plus. Strategic mindset and ability to lead process improvements and cross-functional projects. Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with experience presenting to senior leadership. A collaborative, people-first leadership style and commitment to equity, inclusion, and innovation.
Why Berklee:
At Berklee, we believe supporting creativity begins with supporting people. We’re proud to offer:
Hybrid and flexible work options Generous paid time off and holidays Tuition benefits for employees and their families Access to performances and events on campus Comprehensive benefits, wellness programs, and a collaborative, mission-driven culture
You’ll join a workplace where every function, including business services, plays a part in empowering artists and creative leaders worldwide.
If you’re excited to lead with purpose, drive impact behind the scenes, and help support a globally recognized creative community, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today!
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:
We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at hroperations@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-2375.
Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.
*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*
Employee Type:
StaffSeniority level
Seniority levelDirector Employment type
Employment typeFull-time Job function
Job functionBusiness Development and Sales Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Berklee College of Music by 2x Get notified about new Director of Business Services jobs in
Boston, MA . Boston, MA $65,000.00-$85,000.00 4 days ago Boston, MA $160,000.00-$180,000.00 5 days ago Managing Director, Industrials & ManufacturingAmericas Client Business - Head of AI and Data TransformationSenior Director – Strategy & Transformation, Financial Markets InfrastructureAssociate Vice President for Auxiliary and Business Services Greater Boston $104,040.00-$150,000.00 2 weeks ago Greater Boston $200,000.00-$250,000.00 2 days ago Senior Director/Executive Director, FP&A Boston, MA $90,000.00-$100,000.00 2 weeks ago Director of Client Solutions – Financial Projects Boston, MA $95,000.00-$125,000.00 3 weeks ago Managing Director, Transportation & Logistics Boston, MA $134,000.00-$254,000.00 1 day ago Director of Business Development - Pharma & Diagnostic Services (Remote) Boston, MA $174,500.00-$274,230.00 2 weeks ago EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, MAJOR PROJECTS, Major Capital Projects We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
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