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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$89K - $141K *

Join a team that's crucial for contract management and records support, ensuring seamless operations in regulatory affairs. Leverage your administrative expertise to aid in managing vendor relationshi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$127K - $282K *

Contribute to a dynamic team as a legal partner in procurement, shaping processes and mitigating risks while managing high-volume agreements in a fast-paced, innovative environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$122K - $165K *

Manage a team to enhance supply chain operations, analyze requirements, optimize inventory planning, and ensure supplier adherence, while collaborating with partners to support production needs and im...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Elevate our RFP strategy by owning the proposal process, managing AI-assisted workflows, and ensuring compelling narratives that enhance competitiveness and efficiency in bid submissions while collabo...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Take charge of a $250M Capex procurement portfolio, enhancing operations through strategic supplier management and project lifecycle leadership while collaborating across global teams to ensure compli...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's redefining the RFP process by integrating AI-driven solutions. Lead end-to-end proposal management while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Elevate the quality of submission...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $170K *

Transform financial integration strategies for newly acquired companies. Oversee cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transitions, harmonizing systems and processes while driving value realizatio...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Manage a team of analysts and oversee signal intelligence operations while developing training programs. Shape the future of Army Intelligence and Security through effective leadership and expertise i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Transform data management by architecting robust systems for the U.S. Navy's operational data needs. This role focuses on integration, analytics, and decision support systems, ensuring operational exc...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $214K *

Transform customer engagement strategies by leading market-driven initiatives to enhance growth. Champion insights and data-driven decisions to influence product deployment, marketing mix, and sales s...

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

$90K - $120K *

Manage and oversee the proposal lifecycle for government contracts, ensuring timely delivery and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, generate compelling narratives, and drive quality...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K *

Join us to build strong relationships with key accounts while driving sales performance. You'll manage your territory effectively, address customer needs, and present tailored solutions to exceed sale...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$90K - $130K *

Lead advanced initiatives at DARPA's Microsystems Technology Office. Support program management activities, drive coordination, and enhance technical performance in cutting-edge research, ensuring com...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K *

Drive strategic growth by sourcing and securing government contracts while building strong agency relationships across multiple counties. Collaborate with teams to develop proposals and coordinate par...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Innovate strategic sourcing strategies for nuclear-grade materials, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement processes, mitigate ris...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Lead the coordination of IT asset deployment and repositioning activities across multiple locations. Manage project schedules, resources, and ensure compliance with change management processes, foster...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Innovate by designing and building high-performance data platforms for real-time and analytical workloads, leveraging cutting-edge technologies in a cloud environment to ensure scalable, reliable, and...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform software development by leading Java Full Stack teams, designing scalable applications, and mentoring developers. Collaborate with stakeholders and guide implementation to deliver robust, hi...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive advanced Identity, Credential, and Access Management solutions for enterprise IT. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure secure, scalable identity systems comply with federal standards. Enhanc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $180K *

Elevate client engagement by translating complex index methodologies into clear insights, driving equity index adoption, and enhancing product strategy for institutional clients in a dynamic and impac...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in cloud infrastructure. As a Construction Project Specialist, you'll manage diverse projects, gaining hands-on experience in tenant improvements and base buildin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$69K - $95K *

Join a collaborative team focused on optimizing procurement processes while ensuring the supply chain runs smoothly. Leverage your expertise to enhance operational efficiency and support manufacturing...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$230K - $250K *

Empower brand growth through a strategic, full-funnel customer acquisition approach that unifies cross-channel demand generation, maximizes conversion, and informs data-driven decisions to drive booki...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$230K - $250K *

Pioneer innovative customer acquisition strategies across multiple channels, driving growth and engagement through data-driven insights and collaboration. Lead a dedicated team to optimize performance...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$70K - $95K *

Engage with us to lead collaborative proposal development efforts, leveraging creative and project management skills to produce winning proposals for architectural and engineering projects while drivi...

6 days ago

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

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.