Acquisition Specialist Jobs in Massachusetts

Acquisition Specialist jobs in Massachusetts are concentrated in Boston, Cambridge, and Worcester, where defense contractors, biotech firms, and federal agencies maintain large procurement operations. Raytheon Technologies, General Dynamics Mission Systems, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers New England District are among the most consistent hirers in the state. The most in-demand specialties include federal contract acquisition, defense procurement, and commercial purchasing in life sciences. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles17
Top employerUniFirst
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring13
Work type78% Hybrid
Top credentialBachelor's degree

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Little Sprouts
Talent Acquisition Specialist
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Talent Acquisition Specialist
Little Sprouts
Lawrence, Massachusetts
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$65k - $75k/yr
Hybrid
501-1,000

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Crown Uniform and Linen Service
Talent Acquisition Specialist
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Talent Acquisition Specialist
Crown Uniform and Linen Service
Brockton, Massachusetts
Business Operations
Procurement & Purchasing
Supply Chain
$28 - $32/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
201-500

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JEOL USA, INC.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
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JEOL USA, INC.
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Talent Acquisition Specialist
JEOL USA, INC.
Peabody, Massachusetts
Business Strategy
Product Management
$75k - $90k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
201-500

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Beth Israel Lahey Health
Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist-BILH System Services
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Beth Israel Lahey Health
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Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist-BILH System Services
Beth Israel Lahey Health
Charlestown, Massachusetts
Data Analytics
Data Science
$105k - $125k/yr
High school diploma or GED

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First Tech Federal Credit Union
Talent Acquisition Specialist - Tech - TEMP
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Talent Acquisition Specialist - Tech - TEMP
First Tech Federal Credit Union
Marlborough, Massachusetts
Account Management
Business Development
Partnerships & Business Development
$74k - $89k/yr
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Acquisition Specialist Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Boston
2 jobs
Wilmington
2 jobs
Charlestown
2 jobs
Bedford
1 job
Gardner
1 job
Milford
1 job
Peabody
1 job
Brockton
1 job
Lawrence
1 job

Acquisition Specialist Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

UniFirst
UniFirst3 open roles
Beth Israel Lahey Health
Beth Israel Lahey Health2 open roles
Leidos
Leidos1 open role

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in acquisition specialist jobs across Massachusetts.

  • FAR and DFARS knowledge required for federal and defense acquisition roles in Massachusetts
  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or a related field strongly preferred
  • Experience with federal contract types including FFP, cost-plus, and IDIQ contracts
  • Proficiency in procurement systems such as SAP, Deltek Costpoint, or FPDS
  • Familiarity with Massachusetts state procurement regulations and COMMBUYS portal for public-sector roles
  • Strong written communication skills for developing solicitations, RFPs, and contract modifications

Acquisition Specialist Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a acquisition specialist in Massachusetts?

Most acquisition specialist roles in Massachusetts require a bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related discipline, combined with procurement experience. Federal positions often require a Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act certification, administered through the Defense Acquisition University. For state government procurement roles, Massachusetts hires through the Human Resources Division and may expect familiarity with the COMMBUYS procurement platform. Private-sector roles prioritize FAR knowledge and demonstrated contract management experience.

Which companies hire acquisition specialists in Massachusetts?

Companies currently hiring acquisition specialists in Massachusetts include UniFirst, Beth Israel Lahey Health, and Leidos, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of defense primes, federal agency offices, and research institutions makes it one of the more active states for acquisition and procurement hiring year-round.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most acquisition specialist jobs?

The cities with the most acquisition specialist openings in Massachusetts are Boston, Wilmington, and Charlestown. Boston anchors the market as the state's federal contracting and financial hub, while suburban corridors around Waltham and Woburn draw openings from defense and biotech primes, and Worcester supports procurement roles tied to its manufacturing and healthcare employer base.

Are there remote acquisition specialist jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 78% of acquisition specialist openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the largely desk-based and analytical nature of contract and procurement work. Pre-award analysis, solicitation drafting, and market research are the tasks most commonly performed fully remotely, while contract administration and vendor negotiations often require at least some on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a acquisition specialist in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a contracting specialist or purchasing assistant role with a Massachusetts federal agency or defense contractor, where on-the-job training is standard. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers New England District and the General Services Administration Boston region hire entry-level contract specialists through PATHWAYS and recent graduate programs. Raytheon and General Dynamics Mission Systems in the greater Boston area also bring on junior buyers from supply chain or business administration backgrounds. Pursuing a Certified Federal Contracts Manager credential early gives candidates a measurable edge.

Where can I find and apply to acquisition specialist jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to acquisition specialist jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your contract specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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