Welcome to Contract Specialist Jobs

Find out what it takes to succeed as a contract specialist by exploring job requirements, preferred qualifications, potential employers, and more. Contracts specialists are highly sought-after professionals in numerous industries, including federal government, healthcare, and technology.

Job Requirements

Contract specialists typically require a bachelor's degree in business or a related field and experience with contract negotiation and management. Understanding of contract law and regulatory requirements is a must.

Career Path and Progression

With experience, contract specialists can advance to positions like contract manager, director of contracts, or even vice president of contracts, managing larger contract portfolios and teams.

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$79K - $119K *

Champion the negotiation and management of clinical contracts, ensuring compliance and optimizing budget processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline contract lifecycle while deliv...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $95K *

Shape the future of procurement by managing contracts and agreements, ensuring compliance with regulations, and implementing innovative strategies for optimal resource delivery and stakeholder engagem...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$63K - $111K *

Optimize subcontract administration to ensure compliance, enhance relationships, and manage proposal evaluations. Collaborate with internal teams and subcontractors to drive project success and mainta...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Lead the administration of subcontracts and task orders, ensuring compliance with regulations. Negotiate terms, monitor performance, and support pre-award efforts while maintaining clear communication...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Support the development and management of Service Level Agreements (SOWs) to ensure timely, accurate delivery of Professional Services. Collaborate across teams, uphold quality standards, and enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$63K - $111K *

Drive subcontract management excellence, ensuring compliance and effective collaboration across projects. Leverage industry experience to support FAA modernization initiatives nationwide with a focus...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in strategic procurement, optimizing supplier performance and managing contract lifecycles while collaborating with cross-functional teams on cost-effective solutions and risk manageme...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Analyze and oversee the entire contract lifecycle and IP portfolio, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation. Collaborate with leadership to strategically manage agreements and protect intellectual pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $145K *

Champion strategic procurement initiatives to optimize spend categories, driving substantial cost reductions and productivity improvements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance qu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $107K *

Join a dynamic team managing provider relationships and network development. You will oversee contract negotiation and ensure compliance with regulations while enhancing access to care within the desi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $115K *

Drive the optimization of provider reimbursement strategies through data analysis and financial modeling, leveraging advanced tools and analytics to enhance accuracy and efficiency across healthcare c...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$103K - $173K *

Unlock potential by leading payer contract strategies and advising health systems, driving optimal reimbursement outcomes through expert guidance and cross-functional collaboration with stakeholders a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $195K *

Drive operational excellence in contracting by leading a high-performing team managing complex agreements. Shape the end-to-end contracting process while partnering cross-functionally for strategic al...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Manage core financial operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy in government contracting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support accounting processes, reporting, and leadership decisio...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

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

$80K - $110K *

Drive your career with a key role leading proposal development, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver compelling narratives and ensuring compliance for diverse pursuits in a dynamic env...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Unlock efficiency in contract management by overseeing the complete lifecycle, ensuring compliance while driving collaboration across Sales, Legal, and Finance to optimize vendor and customer agreemen...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$54K - $119K *

Unlock the potential of Medicaid contract management by leading negotiations, resolving disputes, and driving network development to achieve financial and quality goals. Collaborate cross-functionally...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $115K *

Optimize subcontract processes by leading negotiations, managing post-award activities, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. Work with cross-functional teams to meet technical, budgetary...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $115K *

Transform contracting processes through end-to-end management of legal agreements, engaging collaboratively with customers and internal teams to enhance operational efficiency and compliance in a fast...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $150K *

Shape the future of our organization by providing legal expertise in risk management and contracts. Collaborate across departments while drafting agreements and guiding teams to ensure compliance and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$132K - $221K *

Collaborate with business leaders to provide innovative legal solutions for contract negotiations and compliance, focusing on healthcare regulatory challenges while ensuring sustainable growth and eff...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $100K *

Accelerate progress at managing supplier contracts and documentation. Lead a dynamic team to ensure service agreements meet internal and client standards, enhancing contract quality management and ope...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $150K *

Shape the future of procurement by spearheading supplier relationships and optimizing subcontract strategies to deliver cost-effective solutions for HVAC projects across regional offices...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Optimize the contracts process by managing negotiations with study sites, ensuring compliance, and achieving target cycle times. Mentor junior staff while collaborating with internal teams to streamli...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $90K *

Transform your career by leveraging data to enhance sourcing and supplier management. Drive impactful reporting and strategic recommendations that shape business performance, while collaborating withi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a contract specialist do?question toggle

    A contract specialist drafts, evaluates, negotiates, and executes contracts. They ensure that contracts adhere to laws and regulations and protect a company's legal and financial interests.

  • What industries employ contract specialists?question toggle

    Almost every industry requires contract specialists. Popular industries include government, healthcare, technology, and military defense.

  • How much can a contract specialist earn?question toggle

    At Ladders, we host contract specialist jobs paying $100k and above. However, the salary may vary depending on location, industry, and level of experience.

  • What skills are required for a contract specialist job?question toggle

    Some key skills include negotiation, attention to detail, understanding of contract laws, excellent communication, and problem-solving abilities.