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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$100K - $120K *

Transform procurement operations by leading strategic initiatives in Acquisition Career Management and Category Management. Drive workforce development and optimize agency resources through data-drive...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $102K *

Transform procurement operations by leading strategic initiatives in acquisition management and workforce development. Drive data-driven solutions and optimize agency resources while ensuring complian...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Drive sourcing strategies for Direct Material commodities globally, enhancing supply assurance and cost efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize working capital, improve supplier perform...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion a dynamic materials management team, driving operational excellence and strategic supply chain initiatives to enhance production efficiency and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced manufactu...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $135K *

Empower a dynamic purchasing team to enhance supplier relationships, optimize inventory, and drive product availability. Collaborate across departments to ensure timely delivery and quality, making a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to manage procurement activities, enhance purchasing practices, and ensure compliance. Lead a team of analysts while collaborating with faculty and staff to optimize procurement st...

4 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to develop and execute global sourcing strategies for wood and shutters, driving cost savings and supplier performance while supporting business growth objectives across multiple locat...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$68K - $131K *

Lead the charge in procurement by managing purchase orders, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering supplier relationships to support strategic initiatives and operational goals...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join the charge in optimizing domestic transportation operations, ensuring timely and efficient shipment execution. Collaborate with carriers and stakeholders to resolve issues, enhance processes, and...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $100K *

Transform supply chain processes by delivering expert consulting services to enhance customer onboarding, supplier integration, and compliance, driving impactful solutions that optimize procurement an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$129K - $177K *

Collaborate with us to lead procurement activities, manage vendor relationships, and develop policies that drive operational excellence while ensuring inventory levels meet production needs...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you take ownership of crafting high-quality proposals for competitive US Government programs, collaborating across departments to ensure compliance and clarity while managing th...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $170K *

Drive procurement excellence by leading sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing costs. Oversee a team to enhance operational efficiency and ensure compliance with governan...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Develop and execute multi-year commodity strategies for mechanical equipment, ensuring capacity and lead times align with production needs. Negotiate agreements and manage supplier performance to miti...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape multi-year commodity strategies for electrical equipment, ensuring robust supplier negotiations and capacity management. Collaborate with engineering to optimize designs and mitigate risks throu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock procurement excellence by managing end-to-end spare parts repair activities. Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to ensure timely repairs, minimize downtime, and optimize costs in a fas...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform procurement strategies by leveraging cross-business synergies in category management. Drive cost efficiency while managing $70M spend in Machining, enhancing supplier relationships and opera...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Empower a global supply chain strategy by managing $70M in machining category spend. Drive supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and implement best practices to ensure compliance and innovation...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by spearheading category strategies for a $70M machining spend, driving cost savings and operational excellence across the Americas. Foster supplier relationships and implement best p...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic initiatives to optimize category spend of $70M, fostering cross-business synergies and managing supplier relationships within a global supply chain team. Drive compliance, innovatio...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join our dynamic supply chain team to drive strategic category management and optimize $70M in spending through innovation, supplier relationships, and cross-business collaboration to enhance operatio...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage trade partner contracts and optimize procurement strategies to drive cost savings and efficiency in residential construction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product specific...

4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the management of material flow, inventory, and logistics to enhance production efficiency, ensuring timely delivery and accurate tracking of resources across the manufacturing process as the tea...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead client relationships by managing accounts, driving growth, and coordinating resources. Develop strategies for product introduction, ensure customer satisfaction, and support financial objectives...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive cost control excellence by leveraging best practices to enhance project costing disciplines, solve complex problems, and support multidimensional teams to improve operational efficiency and proj...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.