Explore Procurement Specialist Jobs

Procurement Specialists help organizations secure the goods and services they need while balancing cost, quality, risk, and supplier performance. On Ladders, discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, from strategic sourcing and vendor management roles to senior procurement positions.

What Procurement Specialists Do

Responsibilities can include researching suppliers, negotiating contracts, analyzing spending, managing purchase processes, and monitoring supplier performance. Depending on the organization, specialists may focus on a particular category—such as technology, facilities, or raw materials—or support procurement across multiple business areas.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or contract management, along with strong negotiation, analytical, communication, and project management skills. Familiarity with procurement platforms, ERP systems, spend analysis, and supplier risk practices can also be valuable. Requirements vary by role and industry.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Procurement Specialists work across industries including technology, healthcare, manufacturing, finance, retail, and government contracting. Career progression may lead to senior specialist, sourcing manager, category manager, procurement manager, or director-level roles. Explore current Ladders listings to find positions that match your expertise and career goals.

Find a Procurement Specialist Role on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and identify positions where your sourcing, supplier, and commercial expertise can make an impact.

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$116K - $144K *

Accelerate revenue growth by managing key customer accounts and identifying new business opportunities. Build strong relationships and deliver tailored solutions to enhance customer satisfaction and s...

Richmond, VARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $108K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of aviation planning. Lead projects, collaborate on innovative solutions, and build client relationships while advancing your expertise in emerging technologies a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Unlock growth by developing customer relationships and driving sales in metal fabrication. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver value-added solutions, enhance market presence, and suppor...

South Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$161K - $242K *

Join a team that's driving strategic initiatives and digital transformation. Collaborate with senior leaders to tackle complex challenges, influence decision-making, and ensure successful execution of...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading accurate estimating for large-scale construction projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop cost plans, streamline processes, and enhance efficiency throu...

Boston, MARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in right of way negotiations and acquisitions, ensuring compliance with regulations while managing land-related legal issues. Collaborate with stakeholders to secure permits and resolv...

Tucson, AZRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing land acquisitions and right of way negotiations. Utilize your expertise in property valuation and legal compliance to support construction projects while ensur...

Phoenix, AZRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $175K *

Empower mission success by managing COMSEC lifecycle functions, ensuring the security and integrity of communication systems through expert oversight and compliance with national standards...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $136K *

Lead the charge in optimizing procurement strategies for global server operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to align short and long-term objectives while tackling supply challenges and ensuring...

Cambridge, MARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform global partner strategies to drive revenue and market share through innovative go-to-market models, collaborating with key stakeholders to establish impactful partnerships and optimize sales...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by developing and expanding relationships with national construction and aggregate companies, driving sales through strategic account management and collaboration across multiple team...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $123K *

Unlock potential by leading supplier audits and performance evaluations. Drive quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure compliance with industry standards while fostering str...

San Diego, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$161K - $183K *

Shape the future of strategic account management by driving growth and fostering relationships with key customers in the global in vitro diagnostics market, ensuring successful execution of commitment...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to own product design and user experience for an enterprise healthcare platform, creating intuitive interfaces that simplify complex workflows while collaborating closely with prod...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $128K *

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United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Advance logistics operations across North America by leading warehousing, transportation, and compliance initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, drive improvements...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$500K+*

Lead the execution of carbon transaction advisory across LAC countries, managing senior government relationships and developing commercialization strategies to support forest protection initiatives an...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Empower your career by leading logistics strategy for hydrogen transportation. Drive operational excellence, manage a $15M budget, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supply chain p...

Texas, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $210K *

Join a team that's redefining operational technology solutions. Lead a global group of Solution Consultants, driving strategy and execution in OT/CPS, while enhancing customer engagement and team perf...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Lead a global team of Solution Consultants in OT/CPS, driving technical pre-sales strategy and customer engagement. Foster a high-performance culture while scaling the business through innovative AI-d...

Philadelphia, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

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Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $148K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative telecommunications solutions. Lead the design and engineering of complex systems, ensuring compliance with security standards while optimizing per...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $161K *

Transform pharmaceutical manufacturing processes by leading CMO operations, optimizing production, and ensuring compliance with FDA and ICH standards, all while collaborating cross-functionally to enh...

New Jersey, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $117K *

Champion software quality by analyzing healthcare data, developing test cases, and executing both manual and automated tests. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with clinical...

Connecticut, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$157K - $182K *

Innovate your career by leveraging deep industry expertise to guide clients in strategic technology implementation and solution development, while building lasting relationships and driving impactful...

Illinois, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Procurement Specialist do?question toggle

    A Procurement Specialist helps an organization purchase goods and services. Typical work includes sourcing suppliers, negotiating terms, analyzing costs, coordinating purchasing, and tracking supplier performance.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Procurement Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly value procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or contract management experience, plus negotiation and analytical skills. Some roles request a relevant degree, industry knowledge, or experience with ERP and procurement systems.

  • What skills are important for Procurement Specialists?question toggle

    Important skills may include negotiation, spend analysis, supplier relationship management, contract review, communication, and project coordination. Knowledge of procurement technology and risk management can also be useful.

  • Where do Procurement Specialists work?question toggle

    Procurement Specialists work in many sectors, including technology, healthcare, manufacturing, retail, finance, and government contracting. Their focus may be a specific purchasing category or broader organizational procurement.

  • What career paths can follow a Procurement Specialist role?question toggle

    Professionals may advance to senior specialist, sourcing or category manager, procurement manager, or director-level positions, depending on their experience and the employer.

  • Can I find Procurement Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse current listings to review available Procurement Specialist roles and their specific compensation and requirements.