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.
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.
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.
Contract Specialist Level 2 (Contracting Services)
$82K - $102K *
Elevate your career by driving procurement initiatives for a major capital program, handling $1B in contracts annually, and ensuring effective decision-making in a dynamic Contracting Services environ...
1 week ago
Subcontract Administrator, Sr.
$69K - $123K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing supply chain strategies. You will play a key role in managing subcontracts, conducting negotiations, and ensuring successful program execution, contributing...
Reposted 2 days ago
$75K - $95K *
Drive robust procurement processes by managing the full acquisition lifecycle for medical countermeasures. Collaborate with program managers and contract officers to ensure effective contracting strat...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Lead the charge in managing large-scale federal contracts, ensuring compliance, negotiating terms, and guiding strategic initiatives that drive program success and business growth across cross-functio...
Reposted 1 week ago
$90K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing government contracts, ensuring compliance and optimal negotiation processes while guiding junior staff and fostering cross-departmental collaboration for comprehensive cont...
3 days ago
$85K - $110K *
Engineer success by leading contract negotiations and administration for defense projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, ensuring compliance and accuracy while managing multiple contracts for a dyna...
2 weeks ago
$85K - $110K *
Drive procurement excellence by managing complex sourcing processes, negotiating supplier contracts, and ensuring compliance with defense industry standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...
2 weeks ago
Contracts Officer, Industry Partnerships
$116K - $141K *
Champion impactful partnerships by formalizing R&D agreements with industry and academia. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to navigate contractual complexities and advance innovative initiatives...
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Contracts Drafting & Negotiation Manager
$90K - $100K *
The Contracts Drafting & Negotiation Manager will provide legal drafting and negotiation support for commercial transactions, including purchases, leases, and software licensing. This role requires co...
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Specialist, Contracts and Procurement Management
$73K - $121K *
Oversee subcontract administration aspects of Federal contracts, advising teams and managing the entire subcontract lifecycle while ensuring compliance with regulations and internal standards...
1 week ago
Specialist, Contracts and Procurement Management
$73K - $121K *
Drive your career forward by managing contracts and procurement strategies, advising teams, and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to optimiz...
1 week ago
Specialist, Contracts and Procurement Management
$73K - $121K *
Unlock potential by advising teams on federal subcontracting and administering contract processes. Support project strategies, analyze subcontract data, and coordinate with stakeholders to drive opera...
1 week ago
Specialist, Contracts and Procurement Management
$73K - $121K *
Join our GPS Contracts team to advise on Federal subcontract administration, review actions throughout the lifecycle, analyze data, resolve issues, and communicate requirements—bolstering operational...
1 week ago
Specialist, Contracts and Procurement Management
$73K - $121K *
Elevate procurement strategies by leading subcontract administration, advising on compliance, and driving operational excellence within cross-functional teams to optimize Federal contracting processes...
1 week ago
Specialist, Contracts and Procurement Management
$73K - $121K *
Accelerate progress at navigating complex subcontract management processes, supporting federal acquisition strategies, and collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and com...
1 week ago
Specialist, Contracts and Procurement Management
$73K - $121K *
Champion best practices in subcontract management, ensuring compliance and efficiency throughout the Federal procurement lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes and support operational...
1 week ago
Specialist, Contracts and Procurement Management
$73K - $121K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing Federal subcontract management. You'll innovate subcontract strategies, analyze data, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational excellence and...
1 week ago
Specialist, Contracts and Procurement Management
$73K - $121K *
Provide expertise to manage Federal subcontract administration, ensuring compliance and effective strategies. Collaborate with internal teams to enhance subcontract lifecycle processes and assess risk...
1 week ago
Specialist, Contracts and Procurement Management
$73K - $121K *
Transform contracting operations by advising on Federal subcontract strategies, managing lifecycle reviews, analyzing data, and coordinating with stakeholders to ensure adherence to policies and risk...
1 week ago
Specialist, Contracts and Procurement Management
$73K - $121K *
Join a team that's transforming contracts and procurement management by advising on strategies, reviewing lifecycle actions, and coordinating with stakeholders to drive operational excellence and supp...
1 week ago
Contracts Attorney - Bankruptcy
$165K - $175K *
Transform complex legal challenges into smart solutions as you collaborate across teams to structure and manage high-stakes client engagements in a fast-paced environment that champions accuracy and e...
3 weeks ago
Senior Legal Counsel (Leasing)
$158K - $185K *
Innovate in a dynamic environment providing strategic legal counsel on commercial leasing, development, and asset management projects while ensuring compliance and fostering relationships across diver...
3 days ago
Global Government Contracting Procurement Operations Specialist (GTM Sales Operations)
$90K - $130K *
Elevate global procurement efforts by aligning operations with government sales strategies, ensuring compliance, and driving revenue growth through effective contract execution and collaboration with...
1 week ago
Supervisor, Contract Management
$92K - $171K *
Drive contract management excellence by overseeing complex contracts, ensuring compliance, and leading contract administration teams. Deliver strategic staffing solutions and enhancements across high...
Reposted 1 week ago
Business Development & Procurement Specialist (IT Government Contracts)
$70K - $95K *
Elevate your career by driving public sector growth through strategic business development. As a specialist, you'll navigate procurement channels, develop compelling proposals, and build relationships...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
What does a contract specialist do?
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?
Almost every industry requires contract specialists. Popular industries include government, healthcare, technology, and military defense.
How much can a contract specialist earn?
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?
Some key skills include negotiation, attention to detail, understanding of contract laws, excellent communication, and problem-solving abilities.