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.
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.
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.
$70K - $95K *
Elevate business relationships by leveraging technical sales expertise and strategic thinking to maximize account value, influence key decision makers, and drive results in a dynamic industries enviro...
3 weeks ago
Procurement and Logistics Lead
$80K - $100K *
Champion procurement and logistics processes to ensure the efficient supply of raw materials and delivery of products, while overseeing team management and enhancing supplier relationships to maximize...
3 weeks ago
$135K - $170K *
Empower your career by managing complex contract systems and ensuring compliance while fostering customer relationships and driving growth. Utilize your expertise to navigate risks and optimize perfor...
1 week ago
$85K - $101K *
Join a team that inspires client engagement through innovative brokerage support. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to streamline operations and elevate transaction management, delivering exc...
Yesterday
$90K - $120K *
Lead the charge in optimizing supply chain operations. Oversee procurement, inventory, and distribution processes while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance efficiency. Drive strategic improveme...
4 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Contracts Operations
$112K - $179K *
Strategize and drive the alignment of contract operations with growth initiatives, leveraging analytical expertise to optimize processes and enhance performance. Mentor teams to ensure compliance and...
6 days ago
Contracts & Tendering Specialist (Fixed Term)
$75K - $95K *
Grow your career with hands-on project support, driving effective contract management, and procurement activities in a dynamic mining environment while ensuring safety, efficiency, and stakeholder eng...
Yesterday
Component Recovery Specialist, Value Recovery
$62K - $109K *
Unlock potential by identifying high-value components within decommissioned IT hardware, maximizing recovery opportunities throughout the lifecycle. Collaborate across teams to operationalize findings...
3 weeks ago
Operational Assessment SME (Active Top Secret Clearance)
$90K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to assess and enhance operational effectiveness in large-force training exercises, ensuring mission success through data-driven insights and expert analysis of joint and coalition...
1 week ago
Enterprise Acquisition Account Executive
$229K - $314K *
Help us drive enterprise growth by acquiring new clients and building strategic plans. Collaborate with teams, engage with customers, and ensure growth while delivering value-driven solutions in a dyn...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Lead the charge in architecture design and integration of enterprise systems while delivering custom software solutions and guiding a team to enhance NIAID's clinical information capabilities and supp...
1 week ago
$90K - $130K *
Collaborate with us to drive innovation as a key advisor in advanced technology projects, enhancing DARPA's mission through exceptional project management, risk analysis, and government coordination f...
3 weeks ago
Senior Acquisition, Tracking & Pointing Engineer
$150K - $180K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of free-space optical systems, leading the design and implementation of sophisticated pointing, acquisition, and tracking subsystems while collaborating with cross...
Yesterday
$90K - $120K *
Champion procurement excellence by leading inventory management and vendor performance initiatives, ensuring optimal stock levels, competitive pricing, and robust partnerships. Drive process improveme...
Reposted 3 days ago
Project Manager - Notional Opportunity
$90K - $130K *
Oversee complex operations in a challenging environment, ensuring effective management of personnel and resources. Drive success through strong leadership, adherence to compliance, and seamless execut...
2 weeks ago
Project Manager - Notional Opportunity
$90K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing complex operations within an austere environment, ensuring top-notch delivery of base life support and facilities management services while fostering relationships with key...
2 weeks ago
Client Acquisition Team Lead - Americas, Vice President
$110K - $207K *
Elevate market presence by leading a high-performance sales team to drive client acquisition, execute strategic market penetration, and achieve aggressive revenue growth across the Americas in the fin...
4 weeks ago
Contracts Administrator (Level 3 or 4)
$81K - $122K *
Lead the charge in contract management, proposal preparation, and customer engagement for aerospace projects. Drive compliance and mitigate risk while collaborating with program management to ensure c...
1 week ago
$100K - $130K *
Lead contract management activities from bid to project closeout, providing commercial advice and ensuring compliance with contracts. Collaborate with project teams to monitor obligations, address cla...
3 weeks ago
$161K - $258K *
Manage and lead strategic contracting and procurement activities, ensuring compliance and effective execution across multiple sites. Drive team performance while fostering relationships with governmen...
1 week ago
$90K - $130K *
Lead the charge in client relationship management with high-value accounts. Drive retention, satisfaction, and growth through strategic engagements and cross-functional collaboration in a dynamic, hig...
3 weeks ago
Senior Sales Specialist - Restoration Services
$60K - $120K *
Unlock your potential as you drive sales through warm leads and industry partners. Enjoy autonomy to close deals while collaborating with teams to ensure project success and witness immediate impact f...
Reposted yesterday
$90K - $120K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of defense contracts by managing subcontracts. This remote role requires strategic partnership with stakeholders, multitasking across projects, and contributing t...
Reposted yesterday
$90K - $120K *
Lead and optimize the procurement function to enhance supplier relations, drive cost-saving initiatives, and ensure product quality while aligning strategies across operations, engineering, and financ...
3 weeks ago
$162K - $174K *
Play a key role in driving successful programs through expertise in systems acquisition, program management, and effective communication. Collaborate with senior management to ensure projects meet the...
1 week ago
What does an Acquisition Specialist do?
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?
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?
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?
Yes, on Ladders, we have listed Acquisition Specialist jobs that offer $100K and more annually.