Purchasing specialists help organizations source the goods and services they need while balancing cost, quality, reliability, and risk. On Ladders, explore vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more, including purchasing and procurement roles for experienced candidates.
Purchasing specialists research suppliers, evaluate bids, negotiate pricing and contract terms, issue purchase orders, and monitor deliveries. They may also analyze spending, maintain supplier relationships, support inventory planning, and help ensure purchasing decisions comply with company policies and regulations.
Employers often seek experience in procurement, sourcing, vendor management, contract negotiation, and cost analysis. Strong communication, analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills are valuable. Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) and procurement systems, supply chain practices, and relevant industry requirements can also be an advantage. Requirements vary by employer and seniority.
Purchasing specialists may advance into senior procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, supply chain leadership, or procurement management positions. Roles and titles differ across organizations, so review each listing for its specific responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.
Search Ladders for vetted purchasing and procurement opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Explore current listings to find roles aligned with your experience and career goals, and review each job posting for the latest details.
Senior Subcontracts Specialist
$100K - $120K *
Manage complex subcontracting activities to ensure successful project execution, focusing on commercial leadership, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration. Drive strategies that align with pro...
2 weeks ago
Senior Subcontracts Specialist
$100K - $120K *
Engineer your career by leading subcontracting processes for major industrial projects. Drive commercial success through strategic sourcing, negotiations, and stakeholder engagement while mentoring te...
3 weeks ago
$65K - $101K *
Join a dynamic team to analyze IT purchasing needs, evaluate vendors, and ensure compliance with Federal procurement processes. This role empowers independent decision-making while supporting critical...
3 weeks ago
Federal Acquisition & Procurement Specialist
$78K - $165K *
Shape the future of federal procurement by managing acquisition processes, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance operational excellence in contract management and adminis...
5 days ago
$120K - $140K *
Engage in strategic purchasing management by leading a team of buyers, optimizing procurement processes, and driving performance metrics to enhance supply chain efficiency and effectiveness across div...
1 week ago
$180K - $220K *
Elevate procurement strategies across diverse operations, driving cost efficiency and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize sourcing for materials and services, ensuring alignme...
1 week ago
Strategic Procurement Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Contribute to building a competitive supplier network by executing strategic sourcing initiatives, enhancing local procurement capabilities, and integrating suppliers into global operations to drive e...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive strategic procurement leadership for a major pharmaceutical project, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services while adhering to quality and budget standards. Collaborate with cross-fun...
1 week ago
Supplier Relationship Specialist
$85K - $158K *
Engage with cross-functional teams to manage supplier relationships, ensuring project alignment and operational efficiency. Drive problem-solving initiatives and monitor project progress to meet clien...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in optimizing procurement strategies and supplier relationships to enhance cost efficiency and supply continuity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive...
2 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock your potential as a Contract Specialist, managing complex procurement processes and advising top officials on contracting initiatives to support aviation operations and mission success...
Today
$95K - $115K *
Drive procurement excellence by localizing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver value and mitigate risks while supporting ope...
4 days ago
Senior Procurement Compliance Specialist
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by serving as a subject matter expert in procurement compliance, guiding complex regulatory matters, and enhancing audit readiness. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure consistent...
2 days ago
Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Compute
$110K - $135K *
Drive procurement excellence by managing global sourcing for GPU/CPU servers. Collaborate across teams to optimize supply chain operations, ensuring timely deployments and compliance while enhancing p...
2 days ago
Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Compute
$110K - $135K *
Champion procurement excellence by managing global sourcing for GPU/CPU servers, ensuring seamless operations across data centers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain effi...
2 days ago
Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Compute
$95K - $115K *
Elevate global Compute operations by executing procurement and sourcing strategies for GPU and CPU server deployments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely hardware acquisitions, s...
Reposted 2 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Elevate procurement excellence by leading a dynamic team in sourcing, purchasing, and delivering FF&E for diverse projects. Collaborate with designers and vendors to ensure timely, quality installatio...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Transform contract management by preparing and negotiating terms for DoD R&D contracts. Ensure compliance and optimize performance in a dynamic, collaborative environment while supporting evolving pro...
2 weeks ago
Director of Subcontracts Management
$114K - $212K *
Optimize subcontract management by leading compliance, governance, and transformation initiatives in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment. Drive organizational growth through strategic planning...
1 week ago
Director of Subcontracts Management
$114K - $212K *
Advance your career by leading subcontract management in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment. Drive compliance, enhance team capabilities, and implement strategic processes to support signific...
1 week ago
Director of Subcontracts Management
$125K - $150K *
Empower our team to transform subcontract management in a regulated aerospace environment. Lead compliance, governance, and strategic initiatives while fostering collaboration across functions to driv...
1 week ago
Director of Subcontracts Management
$125K - $150K *
Lead the transformation of subcontract management in a regulated aerospace environment. Drive compliance, develop teams, and implement scalable processes to support business growth while ensuring effe...
1 week ago
$73K - $135K *
Grow your career with a dynamic role in procurement, managing supplier relationships and sourcing strategies to ensure timely, cost-effective acquisition of goods and services while maintaining compli...
1 week ago
$69K - $101K *
Lead the charge in ensuring material readiness through effective coordination across Operations, Quality, and Procurement, directly supporting uninterrupted production and mitigating risks to manufact...
4 weeks ago
Procurement Initiatives and Compliance Lead
$143K - $196K *
Lead the charge in driving procurement compliance and strategic initiatives, collaborating across functions to optimize processes and ensure adherence to regulations while supporting business goals an...
1 week ago
What does a purchasing specialist do?
A purchasing specialist sources goods and services, evaluates suppliers and bids, negotiates pricing and terms, manages purchase orders, and monitors purchasing activity to support organizational needs.
What qualifications are common for purchasing specialist jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers commonly value procurement or purchasing experience, supplier and contract management skills, negotiation, cost analysis, and familiarity with ERP or procurement software. Some roles may request a degree, certifications, or industry-specific knowledge.
How can I advance my purchasing career?
Build expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier relationships, contract negotiation, spend analysis, and supply chain operations. Experienced purchasing specialists may pursue senior procurement, category management, sourcing leadership, or procurement management roles.
Are there Purchasing Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Ladders features vetted professional jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more, including eligible purchasing and procurement opportunities. Review individual listings for current salary and role requirements.
What is the difference between purchasing and procurement?
Purchasing often refers to the process of buying goods and services, while procurement can cover the broader strategic process, including needs assessment, sourcing, supplier selection, contracting, and performance management. Employers may use the terms differently.