Acquisition Specialist Jobs: a Gateway to a Rewarding Career

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.

Job Requirements and Skills

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.

Career Progression and Salary

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.

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$61K - $99K *

Empower collaborative procurement efforts to ensure compliance and efficiency in acquiring goods and services for County operations, enhancing contract administration and supporting strategic sourcing...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $120K *

Manage procurement operations by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and optimizing vendor relationships to drive efficiency and mission success acros...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Engage as a strategic proposal leader, collaborating across teams to support federal project pursuits, managing proposal deliverables from initiation to presentation, and driving continuous improvemen...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$70K - $95K *

Engage with business teams to lead proposals for federal agencies, ensuring compliance, strategy development, and effective market research. Collaborate across sectors to enhance proposal quality and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by leading proposals for federal clients. Collaborate with expert teams, drive strategic marketing efforts, and enhance proposal quality through innovative solutions and analytic...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $110K *

Join our team as a Senior Contracts Administrator, where you'll negotiate and administer contracts, advise management, and ensure compliance with regulations. Collaborate extensively to provide proven...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$114K - $155K *

Join a team that's leading complex programs to achieve impactful mission outcomes. As a Program Analyst Principal, you'll oversee acquisition analysis while driving program support and collaborating e...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $135K *

Lead the delivery of complex commissioning services while collaborating with teams on sustainable design initiatives to enhance building performance. Your expertise in the commissioning process will h...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $110K *

Empower mission-driven programs through expert analysis, acquisition support, and collaboration. As a Program Analyst, influence strategic initiatives while advancing your career in a dynamic and impa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Grow your career with a leading data science role, refining decision-making across defense initiatives. Collaborate on innovative models and transform data insights into actionable strategies for impa...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $110K *

Drive your career with impactful subcontract support, enhancing procurement strategies and ensuring compliance with regulations while collaborating cross-functionally to achieve innovative solutions a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Transform the talent acquisition process by delivering exceptional candidate experiences while managing full-cycle recruitment across various business lines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $120K *

Join a forward-thinking procurement team focused on aerospace systems and composites. Leverage your expertise in negotiations, supplier management, and cross-functional coordination to develop and exe...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Empower project teams by leading contract negotiations and pre-construction activities, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration across all departments to deliver successful outcomes in large...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$70K - $95K *

Analyze and manage cost estimates throughout the acquisition lifecycle, collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver precise forecasts and risk assessments. Elevate your expertise in assisting N...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Manage the execution and oversight of a large federal cybersecurity portfolio. Collaborate with diverse teams, drive operational efficiency, and enhance stakeholder engagement in a fast-paced environm...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Unlock potential by providing expert budget analysis and advisory support to enhance program execution within mission assurance at a pivotal government agency, ensuring efficiency and accountability i...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $150K *

Partner with us to lead the proposal development process, ensuring compliance and high-quality submissions that reflect corporate standards while managing cross-functional teams to deliver winning pro...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $100K *

Champion the sourcing and purchasing of scrap aluminum, developing supplier relationships and establishing procurement processes. Collaborate with teams to meet targets and drive operational efficienc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $156K *

Partner with us to enhance supplier capabilities through technical data alignment, project collaboration, and innovative solutions. Join a dynamic team focused on defense manufacturing success and sup...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $88K *

Optimize contract management processes to ensure compliance and foster sound negotiations. Leverage your expertise to enhance the company’s contractual performance and maintain essential records for e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$180K - $190K *

Join a dynamic team as you provide key analytical support for Congressional engagements, ensuring effective communication and coordination across leadership and program offices in Air Force space acqu...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $115K *

Optimize procurement IT systems and processes to enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement improvements, provide user support, and ensure data accuracy while...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $115K *

Unlock potential by optimizing procurement IT systems, ensuring efficient support for operations through training and troubleshooting. Act as a liaison to enhance system performance and foster cross-f...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $190K *

Elevate your career by providing critical analytical support for Congressional engagements and legislative oversight in a dynamic environment dedicated to the Department of the Air Force's space acqui...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Acquisition Specialist do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    Yes, on Ladders, we have listed Acquisition Specialist jobs that offer $100K and more annually.