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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$131K - $142K *

Champion the management of subcontract agreements, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet contractual obligations and enhance operational effic...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $142K *

Elevate your career by managing subcontract agreements, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive performance and support innovative contracting solut...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $128K *

Drive subcontract management for Defense programs, ensuring compliance and performance throughout the lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and resolve issues while main...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $116K *

Transform procurement processes by collaborating with cross-functional leaders to drive efficiencies, meet savings goals, and support rapid growth in a dynamic environment while upholding the company...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize project outcomes by managing budgets, schedules, and performance metrics. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to analyze data, mitigate risks, and enhance construction efficiency. Drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$176K - $234K *

Elevate procurement excellence by leading contract administration and vendor management. Drive strategic initiatives, optimize processes, and ensure compliance while fostering collaboration across dep...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Champion procurement excellence by leading contract administration, vendor management, and strategic sourcing initiatives. Drive efficiency and compliance throughout the contract lifecycle while suppo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$190K - $210K *

Drive strategic commercial negotiations for high-value agreements within complex energy projects, collaborating across teams to optimize contract execution, risk management, and cost control, while en...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $210K *

Empower your career by leading complex contract negotiations that shape high-value agreements for innovative energy solutions. Collaborate with executive teams to drive commercial strategies and manag...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $210K *

Shape the future of commercial strategy by leading negotiations for high-value EPC contracts across diverse power generation projects, collaborating with executive teams to manage complex agreements a...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $210K *

Advance strategic commercial negotiations across complex EPC agreements, ensuring comprehensive risk management and delivery excellence. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive supplier engagement in...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $210K *

Join a dynamic team where you will lead high-stakes negotiations for complex EPC contracts and drive strategic partnerships supporting innovative power generation solutions. Collaborate across functio...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing procurement activities for industrial construction projects, ensuring timely delivery of materials and services. Collaborate with teams to optimize supply chain performance...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive the development and execution of sourcing strategies, optimizing costs and supplier relationships while collaborating across departments to support product quality and delivery...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing high-value subcontracts within heavy civil and industrial sectors. Oversee full-cycle contract management, from strategy development to negotiation and compliance, ensuring...

3 weeks ago

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

$79K - $139K *

Drive procurement excellence in data center construction by developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing costs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure tim...

1 week ago

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

$79K - $139K *

Empower your career by driving strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives in the data center construction sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiencies, reduce costs, and...

1 week ago

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

$79K - $139K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic sourcing and procurement for data center construction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiencies, manage contracts, and influence supplier p...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic buyer in aerospace procurement, managing supplier relationships and sourcing materials for the A220 program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize pu...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $162K *

Join us to manage complex contracts, ensuring compliance and performance while driving strategic negotiations and proposals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support customer needs and enhan...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic sourcing initiatives across Market Data, Trading Services, and Legal Services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize costs, manage supplier relationships, and drive va...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with supply chain teams to enhance contract implementation and lifecycle management. Utilize problem-solving skills to support reporting needs and manage competing deadlines in a dynamic d...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic sourcing and supplier strategies to enhance capital investments and operational reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align business priorities and technical requirem...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$97K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving inventory integrity and quality excellence across multiple sites. This role influences operations to enhance accuracy, reduce shrink, and implement best practices in a dynam...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$97K - $115K *

Champion inventory integrity and quality excellence across multiple sites, driving measurable improvements in accuracy and process adherence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.