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 - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex federal programs, managing multidisciplinary teams, and driving strategic planning to ensure successful execution and customer satisfaction within a diverse portf...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex federal programs with a focus on healthcare, technology, and mission support initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to achieve strategic goals, ensuring comp...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading application and systems testing teams, ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of GEOINT across national and allied systems while implementing best practices in a collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Transform the contract administration landscape by reviewing and managing construction contracts, minimizing risk, and ensuring compliance while collaborating with project teams...

1 week ago

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

$116K - $208K *

Transform the subcontracting process by leading high-value procurements, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Your expertise will drive negotiation strategies and...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $169K *

Innovate WMS solutions by integrating, developing, and optimizing systems with a focus on logistics. Collaborate across teams and vendors to drive efficiency and compliance while enhancing performance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $262K *

Transform the future of secure access management by leading the deployment of cutting-edge Delinea Tools across Linux environments, bridging operational needs with technological solutions while ensuri...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Transform the future of building management by leading the installation and maintenance of sophisticated automation systems, ensuring optimal energy efficiency and safety for occupants while overseein...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$113K - $169K *

Innovate in warehouse management by designing and integrating advanced WMS solutions, optimizing performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline logistics processes and enhanc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $169K *

Transform logistics operations by designing and integrating advanced WMS solutions to enhance efficiency and collaboration across systems and teams, ensuring optimal system performance and compliance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $169K *

Drive innovative Warehouse Management Solutions by integrating WMS with enterprise systems. Leverage your expertise in logistics and deliver scalable applications that optimize performance and support...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading systems architecture and engineering for complex solutions, driving innovation while managing requirements through various phases, and enhancing network capabilities with y...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$199K - $209K *

Lead the charge in dynamic oversight of Army contracting operations, managing a diverse team and a $34B budget. Drive procurement strategy, enhance compliance, and engage with high-level stakeholders...

1 week ago

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

$200K - $240K *

Accelerate strategic initiatives as a senior leader driving growth for DISA. Build robust relationships, manage pipelines, and innovate solutions in defense IT and communications to enhance national s...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $170K *

Lead the charge in cross-functional projects that optimize processes and technology solutions across various business divisions, ensuring alignment and efficiency to drive impactful change within the...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of geospatial technology by driving business growth through strategic customer relationships. Leverage federal sales expertise to deliver tailored enterprise GEOIN...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving program success by overseeing planning, execution, and financial management of key projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet objectives while ensuring timely...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of transforming proposal management, leading complex bids with AI and digital tools. Oversee the entire lifecycle to deliver winning strategies while fostering inno...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Champion complex bids by leading diverse teams through the entire lifecycle, ensuring compliance and quality while optimizing strategies with AI and digital tools to deliver impactful proposals that w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing the contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance, enhancing process efficiency, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across North America in a collaborative enviro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Tackle end-to-end contract lifecycle management, ensuring data integrity and process efficiency. Collaborate with teams to improve contract generation and execution, while generating reports to track...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Optimize contract management processes and ensure data integrity across North America while driving efficiency and compliance in contract lifecycle management, collaborating across teams to enhance op...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to enhance contract management processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance in contract lifecycle management across North America. Drive continuous improvement and data integrity while...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to manage end-to-end contract lifecycles, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and data integrity. Drive process improvements and support collaboration, all while advancing your career in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Innovate your career by managing end-to-end contract lifecycle processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance, while driving improvements in data integrity and efficiency within a dynamic legal and compl...

3 weeks ago

  •   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.