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 *

Pioneer procurement excellence by managing sourcing and operations, driving analytics, and fostering vendor partnerships to enhance project execution and cost efficiency in a dynamic, growth-focused e...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Innovate procurement strategies to streamline operations, enhance supplier relationships, and drive cost-saving initiatives across diverse indirect spend categories while ensuring alignment with busin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic sourcing and supplier management. Collaborate with stakeholders to align procurement activities with business goals while optimizing costs and ensuring compliance...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead strategic procurement initiatives across multiple indirect spend categories, enhancing supplier management and contract negotiations, while aligning sourcing strategies with business needs to opt...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Join us to drive strategic sourcing and supplier management across various indirect spend categories. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance procurement practices, optimize costs, and ensure complia...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Transform procurement strategies by driving sourcing, vendor management, and cost optimization across indirect categories. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance processes and ensure alignment with...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's enhancing procurement functions by driving strategic sourcing, supplier management, and contract negotiations. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize costs and improve compliance...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Advance the procurement function by leading strategic sourcing and supplier management across multiple indirect spend categories, optimizing costs, and ensuring compliance with business needs, policie...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic sourcing and supplier management across various indirect categories, supporting contract negotiations and procurement governance while collaborating with business...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Optimize procurement strategies by leading multi-commodity sourcing efforts, driving supplier management, and enhancing contract governance. Collaborate with stakeholders to align purchasing needs wit...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Innovate procurement processes by leading strategic sourcing and supplier management initiatives across diverse indirect spend categories while ensuring compliance and optimizing costs for business st...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team and take ownership of strategic sourcing and supplier management. Drive procurement governance across diverse spend categories, optimizing costs while aligning with business priori...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Transform procurement operations by driving strategic sourcing, managing suppliers, and optimizing costs across diverse spend categories while collaborating with stakeholders to align purchasing with...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead strategic sourcing and supplier management initiatives, optimizing procurement processes across diverse indirect spend categories while nurturing stakeholder collaboration and ensuring compliance...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Advance the procurement function by leading strategic sourcing, contract negotiations, and supplier management for diverse indirect spend categories while collaborating with stakeholders to optimize c...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$74K - $128K *

Optimize procurement alliances by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, managing governance, and driving collaboration across cultures. Deliver value through data-driven decision-making and effectiv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $112K *

Help us revolutionize the electric vehicle industry by leading supplier sourcing strategies, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring product excellence throughout the production lifecycle in a col...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading financial analyses and strategic evaluations for land acquisition, influencing growth in a dynamic team, and delivering actionable insights to drive success in real esta...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $115K *

Shape the future of our recruiting efforts by driving full-cycle talent acquisition across multiple business units. Collaborate with hiring managers to connect with qualified candidates while utilizin...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$75K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive full cycle recruiting, aligning talent with critical needs across business units. Leverage creative sourcing strategies to attract qualified candidates while ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$75K - $115K *

Join our team as a Talent Acquisition Specialist to drive full-cycle recruiting efforts, sourcing and screening candidates for critical positions across multiple business units, ensuring alignment wit...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to the success of defense programs by leading supply chain initiatives, collaborating across functional areas to ensure quality and timeliness in delivering materials. A fast-paced role req...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of federal business by driving strategic bid and capture efforts. Engage with federal partners to identify, develop, and win opportunities while managing multiple pursuits to ensure s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $130K *

Transform complex acquisition portfolios by providing strategic program management and expert guidance throughout the DoD acquisition lifecycle, ensuring alignment with mission-critical goals while su...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Champion your career by managing government contracts in the defense industry. Utilize your negotiation skills and regulatory knowledge to ensure compliance and successful execution while collaboratin...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.