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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$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing procurement processes and enhancing supply chain efficiency. Drive cost savings and supplier collaboration while ensuring compliance and quality across key p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that drives strategic leadership and operational excellence across facilities, HR, IT, and finance, while fostering growth and collaboration to support an expansion focused on empowering f...

6 days ago

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

$245K - $368K *

Engage with federal clients to drive sales growth by developing strong relationships, executing account plans, and collaborating with channel partners to maximize opportunities and influence sales ini...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Advance in your career by managing operations and enhancing the Transition Assistance Program. Lead a team to ensure efficient execution of contract requirements while supporting transitioning Service...

4 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Drive strategic growth and deepen customer engagement within the Intel Community by leading account development, shaping acquisition strategies, and aligning solutions with mission needs to ensure BAE...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Champion the development of a robust supply base, ensuring timely readiness of new suppliers for strategic platforms while aligning cross-functional teams to drive innovation and long-term growth in p...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Partner with us to transform talent acquisition through innovative, data-driven strategies, ensuring the hiring of top architecture and design talent while creating a collaborative and effective recru...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $130K *

Champion a transformative Talent Acquisition strategy, sourcing top architecture and design talent while optimizing recruitment processes to drive organizational growth. Collaborate with HR and leader...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$89K - $148K *

Lead the charge in optimizing procurement processes, driving audits, and ensuring compliance across operations. Collaborate with diverse teams to analyze discrepancies and implement improvements while...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $140K *

Join a dynamic People & Culture team as you take ownership of the full recruitment lifecycle, using your expertise to attract top talent while optimizing candidate experience in a fast-paced environme...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$77K - $86K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance systems engineering efforts, focusing on model-based approaches and innovative solutions. Deliver high-performance systems critical to mission success while engaging in...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Engineer comprehensive program strategies, managing technical performance and stakeholder engagement for successful sustainment program execution, ensuring adherence to quality and financial objective...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $147K *

Drive growth by managing strategic sales initiatives with top telecom companies, enhancing client relationships and executing tailored business plans to achieve revenue targets in optical transport so...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in advancing PMO excellence within a vital defense logistics program, overseeing execution, finance, and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support critical...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Manage customer relationships for automotive dealer accounts, focusing on retention, product adoption, and growth. Collaborate with teams to ensure operational improvements and customer satisfaction w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Optimize talent acquisition processes to attract top architecture and design professionals, driving strategic growth alignment and enhancing candidate experiences. This role balances strategy and oper...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to coordinating configuration management activities, ensuring compliance with contractual requirements while maintaining documentation accuracy. Collaborate across discipl...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by leading federal leasing initiatives, supporting space requirements, and ensuring audit-ready documentation compliance while collaborating with government clients and agencies...

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

$223K - $289K *

Join a team that's shaping cloud solutions; drive partnerships with Microsoft Azure, enhancing sales strategies and customer engagement through effective pipeline management and opportunity creation i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$81K - $96K *

Drive successful procurement strategies and lead complex sourcing initiatives to enhance organizational performance, foster supplier partnerships, and ensure compliance with regulations, all while del...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $96K *

Transform procurement strategy by leading high-visibility initiatives that enhance supplier partnerships, foster compliance, and drive successful sourcing outcomes. This role integrates cross-function...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing procurement strategies while leading a talented staff. Manage supplier performance and costs to support company profitability and operational excellence in a...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$70K - $95K *

Optimize customer experiences by troubleshooting software and network issues. In this role, you will collaborate with clients, document support cases, and ensure service excellence while mentoring tea...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $112K *

Unlock potential by overseeing complex defense industry client relationships, facilitating communication between U.S. OEMs and Japanese partners while ensuring exceptional service and compliance with...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $135K *

Transform financial management at NAVAIR by supporting program offices with comprehensive planning, analysis, and execution. Deliver key insights and ensure compliance while managing competing priorit...

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  •   Less than 5 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.