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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$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by providing vital contract and financial support for U.S. Navy logistics operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure program success and enhance military defense initiativ...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$58K - $122K *

Join a team that's vital to our procurement operations, leading sourcing, negotiation, and management of contracts for material and service needs while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards an...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$58K - $122K *

Lead supplier negotiations and manage procurement processes effectively. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance with regulations, assess supplier risks, and drive supplier management activ...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$58K - $122K *

Unlock your potential while managing the procurement cycle for materials and services, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring compliance in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Drive value and impact...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$67K - $100K *

Manage contract drafting, negotiation, and administration processes, ensuring compliance and alignment with business objectives while mitigating risks and fostering collaboration with cross-functional...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $107K *

Tackle procurement projects end-to-end, ensuring compliance with laws and policies. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop strategies, lead negotiations, and deliver exceptional customer service wh...

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

$86K - $100K *

Manage contracts effectively by negotiating, administering, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Collaborate across teams to optimize contract performance while making informed, impactful dec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$85K - $105K *

Lead the charge in procurement excellence, managing strategic purchasing activities and ensuring supplier compliance while implementing innovative solutions to enhance organizational efficiency and su...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $125K *

Build strong partnerships across departments to develop and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with policies and laws while mitigating risks and optimizing procurement processes for successful proj...

6 days ago

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

$90K - $125K *

Lead the charge in ensuring compliance and effective management of contracts, collaborating with various departments to develop and negotiate agreements that align with company objectives while naviga...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Deliver expert contracting solutions and support complex acquisition tasks, from planning to execution, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while fostering industry engagement and innovative...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of defense projects by delivering expert acquisition and program management support throughout the program life cycle, collaborating with government leaders, and managing critical...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Deliver comprehensive acquisition and program management support to Department of Defense customers, emphasizing systems engineering and stakeholder engagement across multiple military branches and in...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion diverse acquisition programs by executing strategies, managing risks, and engaging stakeholders; collaborate with military and civilian teams to ensure mission success across the DoD lifecycl...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $104K *

Accelerate progress at leading utility-scale solar projects by managing strategic supplier relationships and optimizing procurement processes for PV modules and racking systems while ensuring regulato...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $104K *

Engage in strategic procurement of solar modules and racking systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure timely execution, optimizing processes, and supporting clean ene...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $104K *

Join our team to drive procurement strategies for utility-scale solar projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams and suppliers to ensure timely delivery and compliance with industry standards...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$87K - $104K *

Drive procurement strategies for utility-scale solar projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize equipment sourcing. Play a crucial role in advancing clean energy while ensuring co...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $179K *

Unlock potential by leading complex contract negotiations and managing strategic initiatives. Collaborate with executives, provide legal guidance, and foster customer relationships while ensuring comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$87K - $104K *

Elevate procurement strategies for utility-scale solar projects by building strategic supplier relationships, optimizing equipment allocation, and managing cross-functional team collaborations to driv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $220K *

Join a dynamic team as a strategic advisor managing acquisition processes for Space Force operations. You'll drive effective cost, schedule, and performance management in a high-impact environment, en...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $180K *

Shape the future of border security through comprehensive systems engineering by guiding technology acquisition and deployment efforts for a federal program management office, ensuring mission-critica...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful enterprise sales in a greenfield territory, managing complex relationships in pharmaceutical and AI/TechBio sectors while exceeding bookings quotas and navigating multi-stakeholder dea...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of enterprise sales, driving growth in dynamic sectors like pharma and AI/TechBio. Own your territory, navigate complex deals, and foster multi-stakeholder relatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by leveraging federal procurement expertise to support acquisition management for government clients, ensuring compliance with established regulations and delivering strategic solu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.