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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$88K - $105K *

Optimize project management processes by overseeing the supply chain for owner-furnished equipment across multiple construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while fostering...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $166K *

Accelerate progress at our supply chain by optimizing inventory and enhancing customer service levels. Lead MRP settings and drive best practices across teams to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Procurement Senior Manager, leading global sourcing initiatives and driving strategic partnerships. Leverage your expertise to enhance procurement operations, influence busine...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic sourcing initiatives in IT. Drive Supplier Commercial Excellence across diverse categories including Hardware, Software, and AI. Collaborate cross-functionally to...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $150K *

Manage purchasing and materials planning to ensure timely availability of critical supplies. Lead a team in optimizing inventory, supplier performance, and ERP data accuracy while collaborating across...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $113K *

Shape the future of program purchasing by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment across strategies, and driving procurement excellence for complex aerospace projects. Your expertise will g...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $113K *

Champion cross-functional collaboration and lead the Program Purchasing team to ensure alignment with production, engineering, and quality strategies, driving procurement excellence and risk managemen...

Ajax, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $121K *

Transform procurement processes by managing contracts and vendor relations. Collaborate with internal teams to ensure compliance with public procurement standards while executing multiple projects eff...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by leading procurement strategies, mentoring specialists, and optimizing supply chains to align with business objectives and product launches. Drive operational efficiency and en...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $170K *

Transform procurement processes by leading end-to-end purchase order execution for critical data center projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant orde...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading the end-to-end procurement process for critical data center projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate purchase order execution, drivin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Engage in end-to-end procurement for data center projects, ensuring accurate purchase orders and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to meet project timelines and deliver...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Optimize procurement processes by leading purchase order execution for critical data center projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and accurate order management, driving ef...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Lead the end-to-end procurement process for critical data center projects. Ensure accurate purchase orders, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and manage supplier relationships to meet project ti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and implement procurement strategies to optimize electrical and hardware supply, ensuring continuity and cost-effectiveness...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$87K - $112K *

Join us to support the Senior Procurement Manager in advancing procurement packages for a transformative healthcare project, ensuring effective communication and oversight throughout the bidding and s...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing global supplier quality initiatives, driving continuous improvement, and leading special projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance supplier capabilities...

3 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion procurement excellence by managing supplier relationships and project launches. Drive cost and quality improvements while ensuring compliance with specifications across multiple product categ...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $101K *

Join a dynamic procurement team to drive strategies that optimize performance, enhance supplier collaboration, and execute sourcing initiatives aligned to business objectives, ensuring operational exc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $101K *

Join a team that's optimizing procurement processes by driving strategic sourcing initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and managing supplier relationships to deliver value and enhan...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by leading MRO sourcing and procurement for global operations. Manage vendor relationships, drive cost savings, and optimize indirect spend across multiple production sites to supp...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$115K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing contracts for aerospace and defense projects, guiding cross-functional teams through the entire contract lifecycle to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and achieve program...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $125K *

Advance procurement excellence by collaborating with engineering teams to identify vendors, develop inspection criteria, and ensure compliance with safety standards for critical projects in the Diagno...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive senior-level acquisition support for medical product development, leveraging expertise in DoD policies and program management to enhance the Defense Health Agency's acquisition lifecycle and ens...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$101K - $175K *

Unlock the potential of procurement systems by leading AI integration and cloud transformation. Drive operational excellence, enhance user experience, and foster collaboration across teams to optimize...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.