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 Procurement Project Manager - Engineering
$95K - $106K *
Transform procurement processes by managing valve delivery for AP1000 projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution, risk management, and supplier coordination, driving...
1 week ago
$150K - $180K *
Empower project success by coordinating human-centered design initiatives, collecting feedback, and developing essential documentation. Collaborate with teams to enhance project communications and mai...
1 week ago
Category Specialist - Senior Category Specialist
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by managing key supplier relationships, enhancing supply chain strategies, and leveraging data insights to influence decision-making. You’ll work collaboratively with diverse teams...
Reposted 2 days ago
Category Specialist - Senior Category Specialist
$95K - $115K *
Empower strategic sourcing and category strategies, analyzing market trends to unlock cost-saving opportunities. Collaborate with suppliers and teams to enhance supply chain efficiency and performance...
Reposted 4 days ago
Acquisition Financial Management Specialist
$95K - $115K *
Transform financial management practices by driving accounting integrity and compliance across complex acquisition programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance reporting, resolve challenges, and...
Today
$245K - $255K *
Optimize acquisition strategies and lifecycle management processes, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-making and program visibility using BMC3I Elit...
1 week ago
Project Manager, Electrical Procurement
$88K - $105K *
Manage procurement strategies for electrical materials across multiple projects. Collaborate with vendors and teams to ensure timely delivery and cost-effective purchasing while mitigating risks and m...
3 days ago
$125K - $150K *
Optimize procurement processes to enhance efficiency and vendor relationships. Lead negotiations and create a comprehensive view of vendor spend while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensu...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career by leading strategic sourcing and procurement for complex indirect services. Drive commercial negotiations, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance while supporting la...
3 days ago
Supervisor, AP & Procurement Operations
$126K - $135K *
Lead the charge in overseeing Procure-to-Pay operations, ensuring compliance, enhancing processes, and coordinating effectively between finance, procurement, and legal teams. Drive improvements in fin...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Optimize procurement strategies to enhance supplier performance and drive cost efficiencies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing initiatives with business goals while managing ri...
1 week ago
$90K - $150K *
Support strategic supplier relationships by managing contracts, negotiating terms, and ensuring compliance. Drive operational excellence and financial management across multiple contracts to enhance s...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $150K *
Optimize supplier relationships and contract management while leading negotiations and operational oversight. Drive strategic initiatives to enhance contract value and ensure compliance, contributing...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $150K *
Join a team that's driving supplier relationships and contract management. Oversee negotiations and operational strategies to enhance contract value and ensure compliance, while collaborating with key...
3 weeks ago
$89K - $118K *
Advance your career by executing Partner RFQ processes, leveraging technical expertise to optimize partner selection, negotiate pricing, and drive strategic procurement improvements that enhance profi...
4 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Shape the future of procurement by managing supplier relationships, executing strategies, and optimizing the supply chain. Collaborate across departments to ensure timely acquisition of goods and serv...
1 week ago
$72K - $134K *
Manage procurement processes by sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing essential materials and services. Analyze supplier performance and market trends to optimize costs while ensuring quality and time...
1 week ago
$81K - $151K *
Unlock opportunities by sourcing and negotiating essential materials and services. Collaborate across departments to optimize procurement strategies, analyze market trends, and ensure quality and cost...
1 week ago
$90K - $168K *
Drive your career with a role focused on sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing essential materials and services. Analyze supplier performance and market trends to optimize procurement strategies and e...
1 week ago
$72K - $134K *
Lead procurement efforts by sourcing and negotiating specialized materials and services, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness while collaborating with suppliers to optimize operational efficiency a...
1 week ago
$72K - $134K *
Unlock your potential by driving procurement strategies for specialized materials in the Defense industry. Collaborate with suppliers, analyze market trends, and ensure quality while optimizing costs...
1 week ago
Contract Specialist, AFX - BPO - Contract Ops
$80K - $99K *
Join a team that's driving efficiency in contract operations by managing onboarding processes for private pricing customers. Leverage your analytical skills to enhance data integrity and communication...
1 week ago
Assistant Manager of Procurement Services
$80K - $100K *
Join a dynamic team to oversee purchasing and inventory management, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. Lead initiatives to enhance efficiency, manage vendor relationships, and train st...
1 week ago
Procurement Specialist - Indirect Spend & Commercial Contracting
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in optimizing procurement processes, driving commercial negotiations, and enhancing vendor performance across indirect spend categories, including IT/SaaS and professional services, wh...
2 weeks ago
Infrastructure Procurement Specialist
$99K - $206K *
Empower operations by managing procurement processes and vendor relationships. This role requires meticulous attention to detail and a strong understanding of global supply chains to ensure seamless s...
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.