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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$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in implementing Oracle Fusion PTP solutions, integrating processes for procurement and inventory management. Drive collaboration across teams to enhance efficiency and ensure complianc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to strategic pricing initiatives, leveraging financial modeling and data analysis to enhance profitability and support decision-making across various practices while collaborating with inte...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$68K - $97K *

Drive your career as a key member of the Contracting Team, focusing on vendor negotiations, contract management, and optimizing purchasing strategies while ensuring compliance and enhancing operationa...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$88K - $106K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative pricing strategies and financial models, ensuring alignment with firm profitability and client objectives while collaborating closely with partners and stakehold...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$86K - $165K *

Elevate procurement excellence by managing complex software and hardware acquisitions. Drive supplier negotiations, ensure compliance, and deliver exceptional service while collaborating with cross-fu...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing complex procurements for software, hardware, and services, ensuring compliance and excellence in supplier negotiations. Drive strategic sourcing and supplier performance to...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Manage complex external procurements focusing on software, hardware, and services. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance, conduct negotiations, and oversee supplier performance while achieving...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$97K - $126K *

Drive compliance excellence by analyzing tariff regulations, collaborating across functions, and maintaining accountability in tariff obligations to ensure organizational integrity and transparency in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Lead compliance initiatives that ensure operational excellence and regulatory adherence across diverse settings. Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify risks, improve processes, and drive perfo...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $144K *

Join a team that's shaping procurement strategies for paper and packaging. Drive sourcing initiatives, optimize vendor relationships, and enhance supply chain performance through innovative solutions...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's focused on leading cost estimation and pricing efforts during bidding phases to ensure competitive and robust submissions, while enhancing collaboration among cross-functional teams...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in strategic sourcing and procurement for complex materials and equipment, ensuring project alignment and compliance while mentoring junior buyers. Drive procurement strategies, mitiga...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $155K *

Join a team that drives excellence in commercial contract management, enhancing sales operations and strategic initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline processes and support complianc...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $155K *

Lead the charge in enhancing commercial contracts effectiveness by managing workflows, collaborating cross-functionally, and driving team performance towards achieving key contract KPIs in a dynamic...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $155K *

Shape the future of commercial contracts by leading a high-performing team, overseeing deal structuring, and enhancing stakeholders' collaboration across departments to ensure compliance and drive con...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $155K *

Lead the charge in managing commercial contracts, driving strategy and execution for the sales team. Oversee contract workflow, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance while fos...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $155K *

Champion commercial contract strategies by leading the Contracts team, ensuring compliance and performance metrics while collaborating with cross-functional departments and coaching team members towar...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $100K *

Support project success by collaborating with stakeholders, ensuring timely completion, and promoting effective governance across multiple construction initiatives. Bring your expertise to manage reso...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Unlock potential by overseeing and managing BIM processes for electrical systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure models are accurate, clash-free, and meet project specifications in a fast-pa...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Analyze and manage high-volume tech contracts while collaborating with teams to mitigate legal risks and drive growth. Leverage innovative tools and provide actionable guidance while ensuring alignmen...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by managing high-volume technology contracts and driving effective negotiations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risk and support strategic growth in a fast-paced...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $130K *

Transform the legal landscape by managing technology contracts and commercial transactions, driving innovative solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to propel growth and mitigate ri...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$138K - $221K *

Tackle complex intercompany agreements and contract governance challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, drive timely decisions, and enhance lifecycle execution for reg...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Empower financial oversight by leading billing, budgeting, and analysis teams, ensuring accurate reporting for a $115M grant portfolio in a collaborative environment that enhances funding relationship...

6 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Empower complex problem-solving as a Senior Associate, leveraging expertise in economics, finance, and data analysis for high-stakes intellectual property engagements, collaborating with top legal and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.