If you have a knack for critical thinking, strategic planning, and negotiating, you may thrive in Acquisition Specialist jobs. These roles require expertise in procuring goods and services for the organization they work for. An Acquisition Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring the organization's operations run smoothly and cost-effectively.
Most companies require their Acquisition Specialists to possess a Bachelor's degree. Strengths in communication, decision making, as well as negotiation are vital. Knowledge of acquisition processes and familiarity with acquisition regulations are also crucial. Additional certifications in sourcing and procurement can provide an added edge.
With experience and improved capabilities, an Acquisition Specialist can move up to higher roles, such as Acquisition Manager, or Director of Acquisition. On Ladders, we list jobs that reward your skills with a $100K+ salary package.
$112K - $179K *
Help us define and drive the enterprise data architecture to support operational systems, analytics, and AI initiatives. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to establish effective data gov...
4 days ago
$120K - $150K *
Lead the charge in designing innovative data solutions that empower clients with data-driven insights. Drive strategic projects while optimizing frameworks and platforms to meet evolving business need...
1 week ago
$150K - $170K *
Transform customer relations by managing contracts and negotiations, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve program objectives while maintaining high-quality standards and...
5 days ago
$81K - $95K *
Transform your career by leading strategic recruitment for senior talent, enhancing candidate experiences, and driving innovative talent acquisition initiatives within a dynamic environment. Collabora...
2 days ago
Senior Account Manager – Strategic Aerospace & Defense (DC Region)
$90K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving strategic sales in the aerospace and defense sector. Manage key accounts, enhance client relationships, and expand business opportunities while offering tailored solutions t...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $100K *
Champion the development of thought leadership content and operations, collaborating with teams across the organization to produce high-quality, data-driven materials that enhance market position whil...
5 days ago
Aerospace Requirements & Capabilities Account Executive
$185K - $275K *
Innovate customer engagement strategies and drive growth in the aerospace sector. Leverage relationships from individual contributors to executives, shaping solutions and capturing new business opport...
3 days ago
$100K - $130K *
Lead the charge in overseeing complex federal programs with a focus on healthcare, technology, and mission support initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to achieve strategic goals, ensuring comp...
3 weeks ago
Senior Business Development Leader - DISA
$200K - $240K *
Accelerate strategic initiatives as a senior leader driving growth for DISA. Build robust relationships, manage pipelines, and innovate solutions in defense IT and communications to enhance national s...
Reposted 6 days ago
$95K - $210K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing Army electronic warfare and signals intelligence capabilities. Leverage your expertise in DOD spectrum management and lead initiatives to enhance customer eng...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Business Unit Finance (GovCon)
$120K - $150K *
Serve as a strategic finance partner to enhance financial performance and operational efficiency for a high-growth portfolio. Lead forecasting, budgeting, and financial strategies while developing a h...
1 week ago
$90K - $130K *
Champion complex bids by leading diverse teams through the entire lifecycle, ensuring compliance and quality while optimizing strategies with AI and digital tools to deliver impactful proposals that w...
Reposted 1 week ago
$90K - $130K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of transforming proposal management, leading complex bids with AI and digital tools. Oversee the entire lifecycle to deliver winning strategies while fostering inno...
Reposted 1 week ago
S&MA Technical Analyst - Human Spaceflight (Remote)
$90K - $130K *
Drive your career forward by supporting critical space missions and Enhancing safety and mission assurance in human spaceflight through detailed analysis and cross-functional collaboration. Work remot...
2 weeks ago
Strategic Account Manager, Residential
$90K - $120K *
Empower strategic growth by cultivating relationships within a defined customer portfolio. Drive retention and expansion through a consultative approach, partnering with cross-functional teams to alig...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Lead the charge in architecture design and integration of enterprise systems while delivering custom software solutions and guiding a team to enhance NIAID's clinical information capabilities and supp...
Reposted 1 week ago
Business Process Reengineering Specialist
$90K - $120K *
Contribute to transforming health IT through strategic process reengineering. Leverage methodologies to modernize workflows, enhance automated processes, and lead cross-functional teams toward achievi...
Reposted 1 week ago
Specialist Account Executive, ZT Branch - Majors
$133K - $190K *
Transform revenue growth by leading data security sales, collaborating with teams to deliver tailored solutions, and driving customer engagement across major accounts, ensuring strategic success and m...
3 weeks ago
Senior Consultant - Research Contract Negotiations
$110K - $130K *
Take ownership of research contract negotiation by drafting, reviewing, and finalizing agreements crucial to the institution’s research mission, collaborating with various stakeholders, and ensuring c...
1 week ago
Director, Capture Manager - Air Force and Defense Agencies
$200K - $240K *
Join a leading team driving innovation and growth in defense solutions. As a Senior Capture Manager, you'll lead strategic initiatives, engage stakeholders, and shape winning proposals to secure oppor...
Reposted 6 days ago
$80K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to leading full-cycle recruitment for top Loan Officer talent, driving strategic talent acquisition initiatives, and ensuring a high-quality candidate experience to suppor...
2 weeks ago
$75K - $95K *
Oversee quality assurance processes across software development, ensuring compliance with standards and delivering exceptional quality metrics throughout the lifecycle of applications. Collaborate eff...
Reposted 1 week ago
$135K - $150K *
Empower growth by leading SOC operations, driving incident response, and enhancing security processes. You will mentor analysts and ensure effective threat management within a mature security environm...
Reposted 1 week ago
Procurement Contracts Manager - Remote
$96K - $161K *
Lead comprehensive procurement contracting initiatives, ensuring adherence to standards while driving efficiency and risk management across diverse alignment teams and stakeholders for impactful enter...
4 days ago
$80K - $120K *
Lead the full proposal lifecycle for diverse government solicitations. Collaborate with stakeholders to craft compelling submissions, ensuring compliance and quality. Drive strategic opportunities whi...
2 weeks ago
What does an Acquisition Specialist do?
An Acquisition Specialist is responsible for procuring goods and services for the organization. Their typical duties include market research, negotiating contracts, managing suppliers, and ensuring the efficient operation of the acquisition processes.
What skills are required for Acquisition Specialist jobs?
Essential skills include communication, critical thinking, negotiation, and decision-making skills. Familiarity with acquisition regulations is also a must.
What is the career progression for an Acquisition Specialist?
Acquisition Specialists can advance to managerial positions, such as Acquisition Manager, or later to executive roles like Director of Acquisition.
Do Acquisition Specialist jobs pay over $100K annually?
Yes, on Ladders, we have listed Acquisition Specialist jobs that offer $100K and more annually.