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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$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

2 days ago

  •   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

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   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

$100K - $120K *

Elevate procurement excellence by leading strategic sourcing for capital and operational projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive cost savings and ensure project success through effe...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive procurement excellence for capital and operational projects, shaping sourcing strategies and leading high-value negotiations. Collaborate across functions to ensure project success while managin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading procurement for capital and operational projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, and drive value while managing...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

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

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$108K - $184K *

Engineer sourcing strategies and lead supplier evaluations to optimize costs and enhance supplier performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success and ensure alignment wit...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in procurement by managing purchasing processes, negotiating contracts, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. Collaborate with teams to optimize supplier relationships and uphold...

3 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Transform procurement strategies across multiple categories to enhance profitability and competitiveness. Collaborate with internal clients and external partners, driving initiatives that ensure quali...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the purchasing function in residential construction, driving team performance, cost control, and supplier relationships. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely procurement and operationa...

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading global sourcing strategies and driving value through supplier relationships. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement and enhance decision-mak...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $151K *

Champion the delivery of high-quality administrative support, managing budgets, financial analysis, and reporting. Collaborate closely with teams while enhancing processes and ensuring excellent servi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts to ensure efficient procurement processes while maintaining compliance with corporate and federal regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to supp...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$146K - $215K *

Drive supplier development excellence by leading a team to enhance manufacturing capabilities, operational readiness, and performance improvement strategies, ensuring alignment with business growth in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Lead a team to enhance supplier capabilities in manufacturing, ensuring operational readiness and performance improvement through strategic initiatives in the EMS & Electronics sector. Drive collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Drive supplier development initiatives by leading a team to enhance manufacturing capabilities, operational readiness, and performance improvement strategies, ensuring alignment with business growth o...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Elevate your career by leading a team focused on supplier development strategies, driving performance improvements, and ensuring operational readiness to support business growth in the EMS & Electroni...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $215K *

Drive supplier development excellence by leading a team to enhance manufacturing capabilities, operational readiness, and strategic growth initiatives in the EMS & Electronics sector, ensuring alignme...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.