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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$125K - $165K *

Join a team that manages vital military construction projects, providing expert guidance and coordination to ensure successful outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and facili...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Take ownership of client renewals and servicing, collaborating with brokers and producers to enhance client satisfaction. Coordinate comprehensive renewal processes, ensuring timely submissions and ac...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in executing medium to large construction projects by managing budgets, schedules, and teams while ensuring alignment with project objectives in a dynamic and fast-paced environment...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $154K *

Contribute to strategic Irregular Warfare coordination, integrating various operations to enhance mission readiness and build partnerships across government and military sectors for global impact in c...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Champion the implementation of security controls and compliance for critical systems, ensuring proper execution of the Assessment and Authorization process. Collaborate effectively across teams to enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $154K *

Drive strategic coordination of Irregular Warfare operations, integrating various military and intelligence components to enhance joint mission readiness and effectiveness in complex environments whil...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$88K - $154K *

Lead the charge in coordinating complex Irregular Warfare operations across diverse international partners, integrating varied military disciplines to enhance mission outcomes in challenging environme...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $154K *

Empower effective coordination across Joint, Interagency, and Multinational operations while leading Irregular Warfare initiatives, ensuring mission success through strategic planning and partner enga...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$144K - $170K *

Elevate your career by leading procurement strategies for major mining projects, ensuring optimal supply chain performance and fostering partnerships in a dynamic environment. Drive success with your...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$75K - $95K *

Contribute to project success by managing commercial and contractual aspects, ensuring compliance, effective risk mitigation, and collaboration with teams for optimal outcomes in a fast-paced environm...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Lead the architectural design and integration of enterprise systems while driving modernization strategies to enhance operations and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $216K *

Shape identity modernization initiatives as a Senior ICAM Solutions Architect, driving strategies for multi-factor authentication, credentialing, and enterprise access management. Collaborate with sta...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Take ownership of procurement for utility-scale solar projects, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and optimizing vendor relationships while supporting project timelines through effecti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$122K - $136K *

Execute ASIC/FPGA design projects from requirements to testing. Utilize your engineering expertise to develop and verify circuits, enhancing our technology solutions by collaborating across teams to m...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Empower your career by driving business growth and managing key accounts within the Datacom sector. You'll leverage your expertise to enhance customer relationships and exceed sales objectives, foster...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$70K - $95K *

Grow and drive the success of our Datacom Team by developing new business opportunities and managing key accounts, while leveraging product expertise to enhance customer relationships and achieve reve...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$70K - $95K *

Unlock new business opportunities and manage key accounts in the Datacom sector. Drive growth through relationship-building and strategic engagement, while optimizing sales processes and ensuring clie...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving sales growth in Datacom solutions. You'll lead business development while managing key accounts, working with a dynamic suite of products to enhance customer satisfaction an...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $180K *

Pioneer your career by managing impactful capture efforts for federal contracts, leading diverse teams to develop winning strategies and solutions that align with customer needs and market trends, all...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of enterprise procurement by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing operations, and enhancing supplier performance. Drive cost efficiency and operational excellence while collabora...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $140K *

Take ownership of contract administration by ensuring compliance and performance monitoring. Collaborate with contractors on complex agreements while providing technical guidance and negotiating strat...

5 days ago

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

$92K - $141K *

Unlock potential by managing complex contracts, ensuring compliance and guiding teams in financial oversight and negotiations, while serving as an Administrative Contracting Officer to drive efficienc...

5 days ago

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

$104K - $166K *

Drive effective subcontract management through compliance, negotiation, and performance monitoring, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while managing complex contract types and fostering cri...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Manage payer contract activities, ensuring compliance and operational workflow for revenue cycle processes. Collaborate across departments to optimize reimbursement strategies while supervising contra...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$146K - $197K *

Drive success by managing contracts for complex programs, negotiating proposals, and fostering collaboration across teams to ensure compliance and support Boeing's operational goals...

5 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.