Explore Purchasing Specialist Jobs

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.

What Does a Purchasing Specialist Do?

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Paths in Purchasing

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.

Find Purchasing Specialist Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$68K - $93K *

Unlock potential by managing procurement and inventory of pharmaceuticals, optimizing drug expenses, and enhancing supplier relationships to ensure quality and compliance within the pharmacy departmen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives, driving value across supply chains. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement sourcing programs, negotiate agreements, and manage categories, ensuring alignment w...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $135K *

Drive strategic procurement and compliance for IT and cloud services, managing complex contracts and vendor relations to optimize costs, mitigate risks, and enhance operational efficiency across techn...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize procurement strategies and contractual agreements in IT, Network & Cloud domains. This role requires managing complex negotiations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing cost efficiencies to con...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $110K *

Join our team to lead the purchasing and receiving functions, ensuring compliance with guidelines while fostering collaboration across departments and enhancing guest satisfaction in a dynamic environ...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading comprehensive materials management strategies for high-stakes EPC/EPCM projects, ensuring optimal quality, cost efficiency, and safety to support successful project exec...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by advising project managers on contract strategies, ensuring effective execution and maximizing project revenues through risk identification and mitigation in a dynamic environmen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $150K *

Advance your career by overseeing complex procurement activities and contract administration. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and drive organizational goals while managing staff performanc...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform procurement processes and develop a high-performing sourcing team, driving strategic supplier relationships, cost savings, and operational efficiencies to enhance material availability and r...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in strategic sourcing to enhance procurement operations, managing a global team and fostering supplier relationships to optimize costs, delivery, and production alignment in a dynamic...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $141K *

Develop and enhance supplier relationships focused on value and cost efficiency. Drive sourcing activities through negotiations, market tests, and strategic procurement strategies. Ensure quality and...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing sourcing strategies for indirect spend and steel commodities. Drive cost savings and supplier performance while mentoring junior team members in a fast-pace...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $135K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic sourcing initiatives to optimize procurement processes and enhance supplier relationships, ensuring successful execution of construction projects and continuous c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team to manage procurement processes, ensuring material availability and supplier performance in aerospace and defense manufacturing. Collaborate across departments to support productio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $155K *

Strategize and lead a dynamic purchasing team to optimize procurement strategies, enhance supply chain performance, and ensure product availability while fostering collaboration across departments to...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $134K *

Reimagine procurement processes by strategically managing supplier performance and driving cost-effective solutions for mechanical hardware across various programs. Collaborate cross-functionally to e...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Take ownership of strategic procurement initiatives, managing complex projects and a team to optimize processes, enhance profitability, and ensure a reliable supply chain, all while aligning with orga...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Drive procurement excellence by managing strategic purchasing activities, overseeing complex projects, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance supply chain efficiency and profitability. Your ex...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $145K *

Shape the future of procurement by managing sourcing strategies and supplier relationships. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance supply chain performance and drive cost efficiency in our Offsite...

Yesterday

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

$84K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving procurement excellence in Offsite Manufacturing. Leverage your expertise in sourcing and supplier management to enhance supply chain performance and support strategic initia...

Yesterday

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

$75K - $95K *

Optimize industry partnerships by drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts for technology transfer and research activities, ensuring compliance with policies while collaborating with internal sta...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to manage contracts supporting research and technology transfer. Drive negotiations for industry partnerships, ensuring compliance while collaborating with internal stakeholders to...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform procurement strategies by leading sourcing, supplier management, and purchasing operations. Drive process improvements and support project needs to enhance efficiency and value across the or...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by coordinating procurement activities for custom products, ensuring timely availability of materials while meeting cost and quality objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional team...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $160K *

Launch your career by managing complex R&D contracts for a leading defense organization. Utilize your expertise in contract administration and compliance to drive innovation and support critical feder...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a purchasing specialist do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.