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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$80K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to support complex litigation, enhancing your skills through hands-on experience and mentorship. This role offers the chance to engage in case strategy and prepare for trial, foste...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$105K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence as you enhance legal workflows, improve service delivery, and strengthen cross-functional collaboration, enabling the team to maximize efficiency and align with broader en...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $100K *

Shape user adoption of clinical systems by developing engaging educational materials and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance system capabilities and support processes across R&D and GDO functio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $160K *

Champion data security by designing and implementing comprehensive controls to protect sensitive information across diverse environments, addressing emerging risks related to generative AI and large l...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $153K *

Develop key sales strategies to enhance revenue growth in analytical markets. Leverage technical expertise, build customer relationships, and mentor teams to drive product adoption and sales success i...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $95K *

Optimize milk accounting processes across a diverse client portfolio, managing payroll, billing, and compliance. Collaborate with multiple stakeholders while troubleshooting and enhancing operations t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $162K *

Lead transformative projects for auto dealerships by analyzing data, enhancing DMS configurations, and championing best practices. Foster collaboration, implement digital solutions, and strengthen cli...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $162K *

Optimize client operations in the auto dealership space through digital transformation. Collaborate closely with stakeholders, enhancing system configurations and training while ensuring seamless busi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing high-volume construction programs nationally. This role requires field oversight, coordination, and quality review, ensuring alignment between design and con...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

The Senior Consultant - Reporting Analyst will provide consulting services to clients on Epic-related projects, focusing on system build, troubleshooting, and workflow optimization. This role requires...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$58K - $115K *

Analyze payment policies and enhance reimbursement strategies by conducting research, writing procedures, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Collaborate across teams to drive operation...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $181K *

Drive revenue growth by expanding client acquisition and enhancing existing relationships. Collaborate effectively with internal teams while strategically navigating challenges to meet ambitious sales...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $95K *

Shape the future of enterprise network operations, security, and infrastructure while managing and sustaining an integrated IT environment with a focus on routing, switching, and network security tech...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $278K *

Shape the future of defense systems by leading the engineering efforts for a nationally significant program. Drive technical planning, oversee integration, and ensure high standards in delivering inno...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $135K *

Champion advancements in the Advanced Surgical portfolio by driving sustaining initiatives, leveraging customer insights, competitive analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure effective c...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$199K - $269K *

Join a team that's redefining global supply chain operations through strategic leadership in logistics, transportation, and trade compliance to optimize processes and ensure regulatory adherence while...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that empowers retention strategies at a global scale, overseeing subscriber P&L and leveraging AI-driven insights to maximize NRR, loyalty, and lifecycle experiences, shaping a generationa...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$112K - $205K *

Take ownership of underwriting excellence while leading a dynamic team in managing contract surety portfolios. Drive operational efficiency and strategy while collaborating with internal and external...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Empower your career by ensuring the integrity, security, and performance of enterprise-level database systems. Drive innovation through modern architecture and automation while collaborating with stak...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead technical innovation and strategy in security technology by providing expert guidance, mentorship, and solutions across multiple projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals for operati...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Oversee complex cross-functional projects that influence strategic supplier agreements and commodity strategies. Provide leadership in negotiations while ensuring seamless execution of strategies and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $150K *

Champion enterprise modernization as a Lead Solution Architect, driving cloud transformation, AI enablement, and complex solution delivery across diverse technical domains. Influence stakeholders and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Transform procurement and supply chain processes by defining global standards, implementing ERP configurations, and ensuring compliance, while fostering collaboration across teams to deliver operation...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Champion legal compliance and procurement at a regulatory body by providing strategic legal advice on vendor contracts, IT agreements, and corporate governance to ensure efficient operations and adher...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $120K *

Empower stakeholders by providing technical leadership and subject matter expertise in DoD Real Property Systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance data integrity, inform decision-making, and optimi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

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.