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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$77K - $89K *

Join a team that's dedicated to efficient procurement processes in Health and Social Services. Leverage your expertise to support diverse programming while navigating complex financial systems and col...

Whitehorse, YTIn-Person

3 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading acquisition strategies and contract management for Special Operations Forces. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance operational capabilities through innovative solution...

5 days ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Empower your career by leading a strategic supply chain team, driving operational excellence across procurement, warehousing, and subcontracting in a dynamic environment. Shape a world-class ecosystem...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$63K - $103K *

Join a team that's transforming procurement processes by managing contracts, analyzing purchasing needs, and ensuring compliance with regulations while driving value for the County through effective v...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead logistics management functions for ship acquisition programs, ensuring effective planning, resource utilization, and compliance with DOD policies. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as you support logistics management for large amphibious ships, ensuring effective planning, resource utilization, and lifecycle support in a dynamic environment focused on shipb...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Engage in comprehensive procurement activities, managing a diverse range of purchasing actions from micro to complex acquisitions. Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely delive...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $170K *

Optimize purchasing strategies and supplier relationships to enhance procurement operations and cost management. Lead a dynamic team while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and improving pu...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $170K *

Deliver impactful purchasing strategies and supplier relationships while leading procurement operations. Drive cost management and enhance processes to ensure resource availability, supporting organiz...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining procurement excellence by leading purchasing strategy, enhancing supplier relationships, and optimizing operations to support organizational growth and efficiency in a dy...

Buena Vista, CORemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to lead supplier readiness and development initiatives, ensuring successful program launches and operational excellence in the electric vehicle sector. Drive continuous improvement...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $135K *

Drive supplier readiness and development initiatives, ensuring successful program launches through expert assessments, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration. Lead complex activities from...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Shape strategic sourcing initiatives for Ground Transportation, managing $375M in spend. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and compliance while enhancing supplier relatio...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $110K *

Shape your career by managing claims and disputes on a major subway project. Collaborate with diverse teams to assess risks, prepare documentation, and support resolution strategies, ensuring complian...

Scarborough, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Shape our procurement process by leading high-volume vendor agreements, partnering with teams across Procurement and Finance. You'll ensure efficient and compliant contracts, driving operational succe...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving efficiency in procurement by managing high-volume vendor agreements. As a key legal partner, you'll negotiate contracts and streamline processes, ensuring rapid, secure deal...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Empower your career as a key legal partner, expertly negotiating diverse procurement agreements and driving business success through effective collaboration with teams across Procurement, Supply Chain...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by managing acquisition processes, ensuring compliance, and leading contract reviews. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and support critical procurement in...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$67K - $142K *

Join a dynamic team as you ensure the seamless delivery of Intel systems to military units. Your role will involve logistics coordination, compliance, and travel to support critical fielding events, e...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $85K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive supplier management and sourcing strategies, ensuring compliance and performance excellence. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance vendor relationships and streaml...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $170K *

Drive purchasing excellence by leading procurement strategy, enhancing supplier relationships, and optimizing operations. Collaborate across teams to ensure resource availability and support organizat...

Denver, CORemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$108K - $181K *

Transform contract management by leading risk mitigation strategies and ensuring compliance across government and commercial projects. Drive operational excellence and enhance proposal quality while m...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Manage procurement strategy and operations, overseeing supplier relationships, category plans, and purchasing teams to optimize spend and ensure compliance across multiple sites while supporting produ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$98K - $117K *

Lead the charge in developing a professional Procurement Function, managing supplier relationships, and executing category plans to optimize value and ensure alignment with global strategies for susta...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$65K - $100K *

Optimize the supply chain for high-performance satellite components by managing quality procurement, BOM oversight, and supplier relationships while ensuring cost efficiency and delivery success acros...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.