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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$84K - $186K *

Lead the charge in strategic sourcing and contract management for software, optimizing licensing and supplier relationships while driving complex negotiations and ensuring alignment with business need...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing complex healthcare contract negotiations while building strong provider relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive value-based initiatives and enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead onboarding and enablement initiatives, ensuring impactful training events and sustained growth within the revenue organization. Collaborate cross-functionally to delive...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive legal and administrative support across functions while managing contracts and governance at all organizational levels. Collaborate with internal teams and external counsel to ensure compliance...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $135K *

Deliver impactful leadership in complex construction projects while collaborating with diverse stakeholders and ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Advance strategic contracting initiatives by leading complex proposals, managing relationships, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Foster innovative solutions to enhance operational eff...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of federal compliance with our dynamic team, guiding clients through FedRAMP and CMMC frameworks. Leverage your expertise to enhance security protocols and drive successful authorizat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize procurement processes by leading strategic sourcing and enhancing vendor management across diverse categories in a dynamic, high-growth environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of transforming proposal management, leading complex bids with AI and digital tools. Oversee the entire lifecycle to deliver winning strategies while fostering inno...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leading global enterprise implementations. Drive success by managing complex programs end-to-end, fostering collaboration, and ensuring client satisfaction throughout t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead global enterprise implementations, ensuring timely delivery and excellence. Manage complex program plans, collaborate with partners, and drive customer success through strategic communication and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing e-discovery projects, collaborating with attorneys, and ensuring quality deliverables. Utilize your expertise to drive project success while overseeing multiple, comple...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$112K - $196K *

Oversee commercial and cost management on complex federal projects, ensuring robust cost control, change order evaluation, and claims analysis to support project success while fostering effective comm...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $95K *

Transform procurement operations by leveraging Coupa software to enhance efficiency, manage vendor relationships, and ensure compliance in strategic sourcing and accounts payable processes...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $105K *

Join a team that's shaping energy efficiency by recruiting and engaging contractors within a defined region, managing Home Energy Rebate programs, and supporting operational activities that drive clea...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform the contracting landscape by providing strategic leadership and managing full contract lifecycle activities, from negotiation to compliance, while driving process improvements and supporting...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage in impactful software development by driving application enhancements, modernization, and support for enterprise-scale middleware systems, utilizing your expertise in Java and cloud technologie...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $140K *

Shape the future of contracting and pricing strategy while leading a talented team. Drive compliance and optimize processes across sales, finance, and operations to enhance profitability with data-dri...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a role focused on supplier engagement, contract negotiation, and subcontract administration in an EPC environment. Leverage your extensive experience to manage relationships, dev...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$64K - $112K *

Unlock insights as you champion financial analysis in healthcare reimbursement. Leverage your expertise to guide strategic decisions and optimize payer contracts while collaborating across teams to dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower business success by acting as a key liaison between stakeholders and IT. Drive Agile product development, prioritize requirements, and guide technology solutions that enhance operational effic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $110K *

Lead strategic proposal efforts to drive contract awards by managing the entire development lifecycle, ensuring compliance and quality through effective collaboration with team members and stakeholder...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

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

$87K - $102K *

Drive provider relationship management within designated territories, ensuring network adequacy while fostering strategic partnerships and resolving access issues efficiently. Collaborate closely with...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $102K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building and managing vital provider relationships. Drive network development and ensure access to services while promoting compliance with operational guidelines acros...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $107K *

Manage provider relationships and network development, ensuring compliance and access in assigned regions. Drive strategic planning, evaluate network needs, and resolve provider issues in collaboratio...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.