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 - $194K *

Manage subcontract administration support, driving compliance and performance across diverse contract types while collaborating with teams to fulfill program needs efficiently and effectively...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $120K *

Provide strategic contracting expertise to drive business success and ensure compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to manage complex contracts while mitigating risks and enhancing revenue through...

Mirabel, QCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure contract compliance, manage documentation, and drive process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency and profitability within the Customer Chan...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $120K *

Drive high-level administrative support for chief counsel in complex legal matters, managing schedules, travel, and confidential information effectively while collaborating within a dynamic team...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $100K *

Drive strategic sourcing for new product development, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance supplier partnerships and ensure effective product launches in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Drive innovation by leading sourcing strategies for new products across global teams. Collaborate with engineering and supply partners to ensure successful launches and cost competitiveness, thriving...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Architect innovative subcontracting strategies, ensuring compliance and performance excellence. Lead RFP preparation and negotiate complex contracts while managing supplier relationships to meet progr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Drive effective subcontractor management and RFP development in a government contracting environment, ensuring compliance with regulations and timelines while leading a project team to achieve optimal...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $177K *

Optimize complex contracting opportunities to drive strategic success, leading project teams in risk management, negotiations, and contract oversight. Provide expert guidance to enhance processes and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Shape complex contractual actions while leading a skilled team in securing optimal acquisition strategies. Engage at all program phases, from planning to negotiation, ensuring compliance and driving e...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Transform client integrations with innovative technology solutions, ensuring alignment between business needs and technical architecture. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize enterprise systems...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the negotiation and management of complex supply chain contracts, driving value and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize costs and improve operational efficiency...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Take ownership of contract lifecycle management, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while serving as a pivotal partner to stakeholders in a dynamic legal landscape. Enhance processes and systems...

Reposted 4 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading complex supply chain contracts. Drive negotiations and compliance, optimize costs, and collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance supplier agreements and strategic so...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to managing all project subcontracts effectively, fostering strong relationships with subcontractors, ensuring compliance, and supporting successful project execution whil...

5 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Optimize project performance by developing and analyzing complex schedules, budgets, and forecasts. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful execution across all project phases, while enhan...

Reposted today

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

$90K - $110K *

Manage supplier performance for medium to large contracts, maximizing value through strategic contract development, compliance management, and vendor relations while ensuring effective implementation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$82K - $120K *

Unlock value through strategic procurement initiatives that enhance efficiency and support business goals. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop impactful sourcing strategies and drive continuous...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of mining contracts by managing the entire lifecycle of commercial agreements, ensuring compliance with regulations, mitigating risks, and fostering cross-team collaboration for optim...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $105K *

Advance your career by overseeing field inspections and quality assurance for renewable energy projects. Utilize your expertise to ensure compliance and resolve construction issues, while contributing...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$220K - $270K *

Join a dynamic legal team, managing commercial contracts and negotiations while collaborating across departments to mitigate risks and develop legal resources. Foster improvements in contracting proce...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$220K - $270K *

Shape the future of commercial law by leading contract negotiations and providing sound legal advice, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business success and mitigate risks in a fast-p...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$73K - $92K *

Serve as a Senior Analyst driving customer compliance and Order-to-Cash operations. Collaborate with Sales, Logistics, and Finance to enhance customer experience and operational performance for major...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$68K - $131K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of hypersonic weapon development, driving strategy and execution in contract management while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance national security...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $154K *

Transform your career by leading large-scale construction projects, guiding teams through all project stages, and managing Capital Construction Programs to align with strategic goals and community nee...

Bowmanville, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.