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Jim Boyd is an accomplished procurement professional with extensive experience in contract negotiation and project management. Currently serving as the Manager of Procurement Services at Berklee College of Music since February 2002, Jim oversees staff, manages contracts, and procures a wide range of goods and services, including technology and capital equipment. Previously, Jim held the position of Commodity Manager at Varian Semiconductor, where significant savings were achieved through strategic negotiations, including a Microsoft Select Agreement that resulted in over $106,000 in software cost reductions. As a Senior Buyer at PictureTel, Jim successfully procured diverse commodities, managing a junior buyer and implementing cost-saving measures that led to over $140,000 in savings. Jim holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from Anna Maria College and a Bachelor of Science in Business from Boston University.