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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$90K - $120K *

Empower healthcare organizations by providing strategic infusion solutions. Collaborate with experts to drive impactful projects that enhance operations and client relationships, while developing esse...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Champion strategic procurement initiatives by leading a team to ensure compliance, efficiency, and excellence in HCR’s contract administration. Drive best practices while supporting organizational goa...

1 month ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Develop comprehensive subcontract management strategies, ensuring compliance and performance excellence in high-risk environments. Lead teams, negotiate complex subcontracts, and drive quality initiat...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $231K *

Lead contract management efforts for a diverse portfolio, guiding teams, fostering relationships, and driving strategies that align with program goals while ensuring compliance in both domestic and in...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Oversee contract negotiations and compliance, manage supply utilization, and drive cost efficiencies in healthcare systems while collaborating with clinical and procurement teams to enhance quality an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$94K - $120K *

Join a team that fosters innovation and supports faculty entrepreneurship in technology commercialization. Drive research initiatives while navigating complex legal agreements to enhance CUNY's resear...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$104K - $166K *

Optimize contract management by leading a team focused on federal GSA/GWAC contracts. Drive compliance, support customer collaboration, and develop best practices to enhance operational efficiency in...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$105K - $115K *

Discover innovative solutions in procurement by managing Professional Services categories, leading sourcing projects, and enhancing stakeholder collaboration to drive business value and efficiency acr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$176K - $282K *

Advance strategic legal support for business operations, focusing on government contracting, compliance, and litigation. Collaborate with leadership to guide legal matters and enhance risk management...

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$81K - $130K *

Pioneer effective procurement practices by managing contract processes, guiding a team, and ensuring compliance with regulations, while fostering a productive and collaborative environment within the...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Grow your career by leading complex contract management, ensuring compliance with regulations, and overseeing negotiations for diverse procurement actions. Direct and develop acquisition strategies wh...

3 days ago

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

$120K - $180K *

Elevate our legal framework as the first in-house attorney, driving strategic partnerships and negotiating significant deals while collaborating with teams across the organization to shape the future...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$149K *

Optimize procurement strategies in a collaborative environment. Drive global supplier engagement, ensuring compliance and cost reduction while fostering cross-functional partnerships across regions to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $164K *

Transform construction execution by leading CSA initiatives on complex industrial projects. Elevate safety standards and ensure quality align with engineering specifications while fostering collaborat...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$79K - $99K *

Lead the charge in managing vendor agreements and procurement processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance while collaborating with teams to streamline workflows in a fast-paced environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $158K *

Champion complex negotiations of site contracts and budgets, ensuring robust governance and compliance, while implementing innovative strategies to streamline global clinical agreements and enhance op...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$127K - $204K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to develop and manage complex commercial agreements, driving business objectives while ensuring industry best practices in legal drafting and contract management. Ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Advance the proposal development process, driving compliance and quality in Federal proposals. This hands-on role combines leadership with direct writing contributions while optimizing proposal operat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $106K *

Lead the charge in managing complex contracts, ensuring compliance and performance monitoring. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance service delivery and optimize contract lifecycle from developmen...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive project management excellence and achieve profit growth. Collaborate with leaders to optimize operations, enhance team performance, and implement best practices in a suppo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $180K *

Transform contract management by overseeing strategic proposals, negotiations, and compliance within a fast-paced defense contracting business. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance progr...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $150K *

Grow success by overseeing construction projects, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards, and coordinating efforts among teams to deliver on-time, high-quality results...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Strategize and manage the development of commercial proposals and supply agreements, ensuring project success from conception through execution, while collaborating with internal teams and clients to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading procurement efforts that enhance operational efficiency. As a key team member, you'll manage sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, and build supplier relationships, pla...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Elevate procurement excellence by managing the full acquisition lifecycle to source materials and services while establishing cost-effective supplier relationships and optimizing strategies in a fast...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.