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 - $95K *

Pioneer the management of federal contracts, coordinating with clients and internal teams while analyzing risks and achieving contract compliance. Drive negotiations and support proposal efforts to op...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Shape the future of contract management by overseeing diverse federal contracts, leading negotiations, and ensuring compliance in a dynamic environment while collaborating with customers and internal...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Shape the future of federal contracting by managing contracts from proposal to execution, collaborating across teams to ensure compliance and resolution of disputes, all in a dynamic and customer-focu...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $100K *

Lead the charge in managing federal contracts, fostering collaboration with teams, and ensuring compliance. Engage in strategic negotiations and handle complex contract administration, adapting to a f...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Deliver comprehensive contract administration that supports federal contracts, engages with customers and stakeholders, and requires innovative problem-solving to navigate high-risk agreements for suc...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's vital in managing federal contracts through all stages. You'll liaise with customers and senior leadership, ensuring compliance and risk management while driving negotiation strateg...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage federal contracts, tackle proposal activities, and guide negotiations. This role requires independent judgment to ensure compliance and optimize contract performance...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by managing complex federal contracts with strategic oversight and effective communication. Collaborate with diverse teams while ensuring compliance and executing negotiations in a fa...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $100K *

Transform contracts management by guiding strategic negotiations and ensuring compliance with federal laws. Leverage your expertise in administering complex contracts while collaborating with stakehol...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to federal contract administration, where you'll manage high-risk contracts and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful proposals, negotiations, and c...

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in contract administration at a dynamic organization, managing federal contracts and driving success through collaborative communication, strategic negotiation, and ensuring compliance...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive contract administration for multiple federal contracts, applying independent judgment and strong negotiation skills. Collaborate with various stakeholders to ensure compliance and resolve issues...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic organization by managing federal contracts, guiding proposal activities, and leading negotiations. Utilize creativity and independent judgment to tackle unique contrac...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Manage and administer federal contracts with a focus on negotiation, risk analysis, and compliance. This role combines independent judgment with team collaboration to drive success in a fast-paced, cu...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Lead the administration of federal contracts, overseeing proposal activities and negotiations. Collaborate with senior leaders to navigate contract risks and ensure compliance. Drive effective contrac...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to manage federal contracts with a focus on risk analysis, negotiation, and compliance. This role requires strategic communication with stakeholders and a proactive approach to con...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $90K *

Bring your expertise to a dynamic role managing and negotiating federal contracts, driving effective collaboration across teams. Leverage your skills in a fast-paced environment, ensuring compliance a...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $90K *

Contribute to comprehensive contract administration by managing federal contracts, leading negotiations, conducting risk analyses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance an...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $90K *

Empower your career by managing federal contracts with a dynamic team. Oversee contract administration, engage with stakeholders, and drive strategic negotiations to ensure compliance and optimal outc...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Support the management of federal contracts, ensuring compliance and risk assessment. Collaborate with team members to navigate negotiations and contractual obligations. Leverage strong analytical ski...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive contract management excellence, overseeing federal contracts with a focus on negotiations, compliance, and customer collaboration. Engage with cross-functional teams to ensure goal alignment and...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to manage federal contracts, enhancing customer relationships while applying independent judgment. This role involves proposal support, negotiations, and compliance evaluation, ens...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Transform project success through strategic contracting and supply chain leadership. Drive procurement activities, ensure value-driven outcomes, and foster strong stakeholder relationships while leadi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a key role in physical commodities trading, enhancing operations and compliance in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with traders and stakeholders to ensure timely execution of...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$117K - $177K *

Oversee the lifecycle management of government contracts, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, advising stakeholders, and driving growth in the public sector by managing risk and facilitating...

1 week ago

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

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.