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.
Director, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Asst. Corporate Secretary
$200K - $250K *
Lead high-impact M&A transactions while building strategic partnerships across corporate functions. Guide deal evaluation through integration, ensuring risk management and alignment with long-term gro...
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Senior Manager, Global Trade Relationship Manager (Remote)
$132K - $251K *
Join us to drive compliance in Global Trade! Lead strategic initiatives, ensure adherence to regulations, and collaborate across teams to support Avionics business objectives while managing the end-to...
3 weeks ago
Enterprise Account Executive, Marketplaces
$135K - $150K *
Drive new business acquisition and revenue growth by proactively selling innovative FinTech solutions to enterprise clients, while managing complex sales cycles and building strategic relationships wi...
2 weeks ago
Specialist, Strategy and Operations
$87K - $137K *
Join a team that's driving quality assurance excellence in research & development. Leverage data analytics and strategic thinking to enhance quality processes, improve operational efficiency and suppo...
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Pre-Sales Solution Architect, Specialty Sales - Southeast
$100K *
Drive innovative infrastructure solutions as a technical leader in pre-sales, collaborating with sales teams and clients to design scalable security architectures aligned with complex technology envir...
1 week ago
Enterprise Development Representative - Health Systems
$100K - $120K *
Elevate the healthcare landscape by engaging providers and showcasing the benefits of innovative solutions. Collaborate to convert leads into successful partnerships while building and maintaining a s...
1 week ago
New Product Introduction (NPI) Sourcing Manager, Data Center Power & Cooling
$320K - $405K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in power electronics NPI, overseeing product development from design to deployment within dynamic environments. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure product i...
1 week ago
Transaction Advisory Services Manager
$117K - $158K *
Help us advance financial analysis by evaluating deal structures, managing projects, and delivering insights. Engage with clients, enhance value through collaboration, and lead junior team members to...
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Account Executive, Existing Business
$102K - $163K *
Build and strengthen relationships with existing clients in the Financial Services market, focusing on upselling solutions. Leverage your sales expertise and industry knowledge to drive growth and enh...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Engineer strategic transformation initiatives to modernize enterprise IT, overseeing program execution, Agile software delivery, and cloud adoption while ensuring compliance and alignment with DoD obj...
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$110K - $130K *
Help us drive success in the biopharma sector by overseeing customer portfolio management, building strategic relationships, and ensuring maximum value from our AI-guided protein discovery platform ac...
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$150K - $215K *
Transform health data management by architecting scalable solutions that integrate diverse military and federal systems, enhancing access and usage of critical health data through innovative data pipe...
3 days ago
$80K - $120K *
Explore a dynamic role supporting proposals for federal contracts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft compelling narratives while managing multiple submissions for large-scale projects...
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$120K - $145K *
Join a dynamic team as a trusted technical consultant, guiding customers in leveraging the Pyramid platform for enterprise BI & analytics solutions, driving engagement and developing best practices fo...
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$125K - $150K *
Lead technical implementation for a transformative data catalog solution, partnering with clients to enhance their data governance initiatives and drive measurable outcomes across industries, showcasi...
1 week ago
IT Governance and Service Management (PMO) Opportunity Supporting TSA TOMCAT
$73K - $132K *
Optimize IT governance and service management for mission-critical operations, ensuring alignment with TSA requirements and enhancing service delivery through performance management and risk mitigatio...
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AVP, Strategy Advancement and Decision Quality
$184K - $254K *
Elevate organizational decision-making by providing strategic leadership and enhancing governance frameworks across functions to ensure alignment with enterprise goals and market realities. Act as a t...
2 days ago
Principal Presales Solution Engineer | Retail
$138K - $235K *
Drive success by serving as the chief technical advisor for high-value presales, engaging with executive stakeholders to design innovative solutions, foster customer relationships, and navigate comple...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager IGA Engineering (Sailpoint ISC)- Remote
$125K - $150K *
Lead and innovate within identity governance services, overseeing a team to enhance security strategies and implementations for both human and non-human identities while collaborating cross-functional...
4 days ago
Solution Architect SME (Remote)
$171K - $232K *
Design and implement innovative solutions as a Solution Architect, leveraging over 10 years of experience. Collaborate with clients to modernize legacy systems, enhance functionality, and lead transfo...
6 days ago
$95K - $170K *
Lead the design and documentation of modular systems, enhancing collaboration with engineering and production teams to deliver innovative and efficient solutions while driving quality and standardizat...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that drives financial excellence in real estate asset management. Your role will encompass rent roll management, revenue forecasting, and tenant improvement tracking to ensure optimal port...
3 weeks ago
$144K - $249K *
Lead the charge in developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives that enhance savings and drive performance across business categories, ensuring compliance and effective supplier management...
3 weeks ago
AutoCAD and Infrastructure Product Marketing Specialist
$83K - $122K *
Unlock potential by driving go-to-market strategies for leading design platforms, while translating complex technical features into clear customer benefits. Collaborate cross-functionally to create im...
1 week ago
AVP - Independent Channel Operations and Strategic Solutions - Remote
$141K - $236K *
Champion the evolution of the Independent Broker Dealer channel experience by driving strategic initiatives, influencing operational performance, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhanc...
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.