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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$115K - $143K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior System Safety Engineer, ensuring our aerospace propulsion systems meet safety and reliability standards through rigorous analysis, collaboration, and innovative safet...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $233K *

Drive the technical vision for national security satellite systems, leading teams in spacecraft design, acquisition planning, and system optimization to enhance mission success and advance critical te...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $185K *

Elevate financial recovery strategies by managing complex loan situations. Utilize analytical skills and relationship management to optimize outcomes in troubled assets. Collaborate with teams to driv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $185K *

Discover innovative strategies to resolve complex loan situations, ensuring maximum recovery and risk mitigation while engaging stakeholders and enhancing borrower relationships effectively in a dynam...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing payer contracts and revenue cycle operations. Serve as the expert in reimbursement terms, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency while supervising contracts special...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $185K *

Launch your career by resolving complex loan situations to maximize recovery value. Collaborate with credit teams and manage relationships while developing innovative strategies for troubled loans in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $140K *

Transform the subcontracting landscape by managing high-value contracts with precision. Lead the full lifecycle of complex subcontracts, ensuring compliance and performance while serving as a trusted...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $140K *

Champion the management of complex subcontracts throughout their lifecycle, ensuring compliance, strategic execution, and strong supplier relationships, while serving as the primary business advisor t...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $140K *

Pioneer subcontract management by overseeing complex subcontracts from planning to closeout. Act as principal business advisor, ensuring compliance and performance while driving effective acquisition...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Lead a team dedicated to optimizing enterprise-wide contract strategy, ensuring robust governance and risk mitigation. Shape policy development and drive best practices while advising executives on hi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Shape enterprise contract strategy and governance, leading high-level negotiations and risk assessments. Influence decision-making while overseeing complex agreements and enhancing administrative stan...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $210K *

Engage with stakeholders to manage a diverse portfolio of contracts, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks. Collaborate with teams across business areas while providing contract oversight and negot...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$116K - $210K *

Help us drive success in contract management within national security, overseeing cradle-to-grave processes, compliance, and risk management for a diverse portfolio while supporting program teams in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead the design and evolution of enterprise architecture for critical intelligence operations, ensuring alignment with mission goals. Collaborate with leadership to shape architectural roadmaps and su...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $145K *

Drive strategic portfolio management initiatives to optimize real property asset utilization and facilitate long-term planning through comprehensive analysis and decision support for executive leaders...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $163K *

Empower your career by driving safety and risk management for propulsion systems. Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to ensure reliability and performance while leading safety review in...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $175K *

Shape the future of modernization in naval operations by executing advanced planning and installation processes for systems across afloat, submarine, and ashore platforms. Collaborate with key stakeho...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in comprehensive contract administration, ensuring compliance and effectiveness for Federal and Commercial agreements. Collaborate with multiple departments to optimize performance and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Contribute to revenue growth by leveraging existing client relationships, driving cross-sales opportunities, and collaborating across teams to fulfill client needs while enhancing overall company succ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $229K *

Support successful contract management by optimizing performance, resolving issues, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate cross-functionally and engage with government counterparts to...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $145K *

Lead the integration of advanced aircraft optical systems, ensuring seamless operations and alignment with customer performance goals through innovative design, testing, and multi-disciplinary collabo...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$101K - $151K *

Lead the way in enhancing procurement operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency while managing contracts and developing staff for impactful cost-effective solutions...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$77K - $86K *

Transform procurement operations by analyzing needs, optimizing processes, and supporting global medical logistics to enhance mission readiness and compliance. Collaborate to implement strategies that...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$67K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by harnessing your marketing expertise to drive integration projects, coordinate branding initiatives, and collaborate across teams, all while ensuring seamless transitions for n...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of U.S. Air Force growth by driving strategies for capture and scaling opportunities. Collaborate across teams to align customer needs with product development, ensuring the successful...

1 week 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.