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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$70K - $95K *

Champion procurement initiatives by leading sourcing, negotiations, and contract management for IT services. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and realize value while supporting integration...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join our team to manage supplier relationships, ensuring compliance and performance while collaborating across global functions. Drive improvements in procurement processes within a flexible, hybrid w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Serve as a chief legal advisor, guiding high-level operations in intelligence oversight, litigation, and contract management while ensuring compliance with federal laws and regulations...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $167K *

Help us drive innovation by managing subcontract activities for a key defense program. Collaborate with various teams to ensure cost-effective solutions, flawless contract execution, and timely delive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Innovate community health strategies by leading a diverse team to enhance harm reduction initiatives, ensuring effective program implementation, evaluation, and collaboration with stakeholders for opt...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$207K - $374K *

Take ownership of diverse projects by guiding clients through all phases, leveraging expertise in SDLC and consulting methodologies, while enhancing business opportunities through effective team manag...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$207K - $374K *

Shape all project phases, manage client interactions, and deliver solutions for government contracting, while supporting consulting teams and developing methodologies to enhance service delivery and b...

1 week ago

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

$207K - $374K *

Unlock potential by managing complex consulting projects, guiding teams, and building client relationships to deliver innovative solutions in the government contracting sector...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$207K - $374K *

Lead impactful projects by collaborating with clients to ensure effective delivery and exceptional service throughout all project phases, particularly in consulting for the government contracting indu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Shape and optimize procurement processes globally, driving strategic sourcing initiatives while enhancing supplier relationships. Lead a small team and collaborate with cross-functional partners to ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$207K - $374K *

Champion project excellence by leading cross-functional teams and delivering top-notch consulting services to clients, while driving business development and continuous improvement initiatives to achi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Drive impactful cost analysis for major projects while partnering with teams to enhance accuracy and performance. Guide project success through strategic cost control and reporting, ensuring alignment...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $230K *

Shape the future of compliance operations in a pioneering environment. Collaborate closely with leadership to design compliance frameworks that propel business growth while minimizing risks in a fast...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$86K - $165K *

Transform procurement strategies by leading supplier negotiations and compliance for complex software, hardware, and services. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance supplier performance and achiev...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$73K - $135K *

Join a team that's focused on procurement excellence, managing supplier relations and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced environment to meet Government/DoD program needs, while supporting manufacturi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on project management excellence, overseeing daily operations, enhancing sales support, and driving customer relationships to achieve operational success. Bring your strateg...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$92K - $153K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing SAP security protocols, overseeing compliance and managing crucial security functions across multiple disciplines to safeguard sensitive information within a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $153K *

Engage with security experts to manage and execute SAP compliance, ensuring optimal security for sensitive information. Oversee security policies, training, and incident responses while collaborating...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $153K *

Drive compliance and security excellence by managing SAP security programs and coordinating with key stakeholders. Execute vital security functions while ensuring protection of sensitive information a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$101K - $126K *

Empower customers by driving successful integration implementations, translating business needs into tailored product configurations, and ensuring long-term satisfaction with expert guidance and best...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $90K *

Shape the future of procurement by overseeing supplier relations, driving efficiencies, and managing sourcing strategies to ensure optimal materials availability and quality. Collaborate with cross-fu...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Transform contract management for a prominent institution by overseeing the lifecycle of complex agreements and ensuring compliance with regulations while providing strategic guidance to stakeholders...

1 week ago

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

$74K - $110K *

Join a team that's committed to optimizing procurement processes, managing purchase orders, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This role offers the chance to work collaboratively and drive impr...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $173K *

Elevate procurement strategies while leading supplier negotiations and cross-functional collaboration. Drive efficiency and compliance through innovative processes in alignment with company goals and...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Transform your career with leadership opportunities in procurement, guiding a robust team to achieve strategic goals on a large-scale mining project while ensuring compliance with client and regulator...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.