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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$95K - $115K *

Innovate your career by leading procurement analysis and policy development. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance acquisition operations and drive program performance across the Department, ensuri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Procurement Analyst, driving improvements in acquisition operations and providing expert guidance on federal regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance program pe...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading procurement analysis and policy development. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance acquisition operations and ensure compliance with federal regulations while driving st...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading procurement analysis and policy development, enhancing acquisition operations across the Department. Collaborate with stakeholders to improve program performance and compli...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by leading procurement analysis and policy development. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance acquisition operations and drive improvements across Department-wide programs, en...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading procurement analysis and policy development. Drive improvements in acquisition operations, provide expert guidance, and support departmental initiatives to enhance perfo...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive impactful procurement strategies by analyzing and improving acquisition processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance program performance and ensure compliance with federal regulations whi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing procurement operations by evaluating and improving acquisition processes, providing expert guidance, and leading complex contract reviews to support departmen...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform procurement operations by leading evaluations, providing expert guidance, and developing policies to enhance acquisition processes across the Department. Collaborate with stakeholders to dri...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform procurement operations by leading evaluations, providing expert guidance, and developing policies to enhance acquisition processes across the Department. Collaborate with stakeholders to dri...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading procurement analysis and policy development. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance acquisition operations and drive improvements across Department-wide programs, en...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading procurement analysis and policy development. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance acquisition operations and drive improvements across Department-wide programs while...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading procurement analysis and policy development, enhancing acquisition operations, and providing expert guidance to ensure compliance and efficiency across departmental initiat...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing procurement operations across the Department. You'll evaluate and improve acquisition processes, provide expert guidance, and lead complex contract reviews to...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate procurement operations by conducting evaluations, providing guidance, and developing policies to enhance acquisition processes across the Department. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive imp...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic legal guidance on commercial and procurement matters, collaborating with cross-functional teams to navigate complex transactions and enhance operational efficien...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Strategize and deliver legal guidance on commercial and procurement matters, supporting fast-paced business objectives while managing risk and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance operation...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Support strategic legal guidance for procurement and supply chain matters, navigating complex transactions while collaborating across teams to align with business objectives and enhance operational ef...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $125K *

Empower compliance excellence by leading trade audits and ensuring adherence to international regulations. Drive process improvements and foster collaboration across departments to mitigate risks and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$57K - $108K *

Support procurement activities by managing supplier relationships and monitoring purchase orders. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure supply chain efficiency and drive success metrics in...

Arizona, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $110K *

Drive excellence in quality and supply chain operations, ensuring compliance and managing supplier risks. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance and implement corrective actions while fosteri...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $116K *

Unlock potential by analyzing supply markets and executing cost-reduction strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance sourcing processes and optimize supply management systems, driv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive procurement strategy by optimizing costs, quality, and supplier reliability for assigned categories. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective execution of procurement processes and achieve f...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in shaping procurement strategies for capital and operational projects, driving sourcing, contracting, and negotiations to deliver measurable value and influence project success across...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Champion procurement excellence by leading sourcing strategies for capital and operational projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive cost savings and ensure compliance while managing...

2 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.