Subcontracts Manager Jobs

Discover Subcontracts Manager opportunities for experienced professionals who oversee the commercial and operational relationships between organizations and their subcontractors. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including roles where you can lead contract strategy, negotiate terms, manage supplier performance, and help teams deliver complex programs.

What Does a Subcontracts Manager Do?

Subcontracts Managers guide the subcontracting lifecycle, from sourcing and proposal support through negotiation, award, administration, and closeout. They work with procurement, legal, finance, program management, and engineering teams to establish clear agreements, manage risk, resolve issues, and meet business or customer requirements.

Common Responsibilities

  • Develop subcontracting plans and strategies aligned with program goals and organizational policies.
  • Lead requests for proposals, bid evaluations, negotiations, and subcontract awards.
  • Monitor supplier performance, contract changes, schedules, deliverables, and corrective actions.
  • Ensure contracts follow applicable regulations, flow-down clauses, and internal controls.
  • Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to address disputes, mitigate risk, and support audits.
  • Manage subcontract documentation, reporting, and contract closeout.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience in subcontract administration, procurement, or strategic sourcing, along with strong negotiation, communication, analytical, and project-management skills. Knowledge of contract terms, compliance requirements, supplier risk, and relevant industry regulations can be valuable. Requirements vary by employer, sector, program complexity, and seniority.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Subcontracts Managers work across industries with complex supply chains, including aerospace and defense, technology, construction, manufacturing, energy, and government contracting. With demonstrated leadership and results, professionals may progress to senior subcontract management, procurement leadership, supply chain management, or contracts director roles.

Find Subcontracts Manager Jobs on Ladders

Browse vetted professional openings on Ladders to find Subcontracts Manager roles with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by employer, location, and responsibilities, and focus your search on positions that match your experience and career goals.

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$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in subcontract management for a high-stakes aerospace program. Oversee procurement activities, ensure compliance, and drive strategic execution while managing a dedicated team in a fas...

6 days ago

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

$156K - $166K *

Champion the subcontract lifecycle for complex aerospace transparency programs, ensuring compliance and performance management while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive accountability a...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$126K - $192K *

Unlock your potential by leading a team in managing the full lifecycle of subcontracts. Collaborate across functions to develop strategies, ensure compliance, and drive performance, all while fosterin...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Deliver strategic leadership in federal subcontract management, guiding a team through the entire subcontract lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure compliance and drive p...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic direction and oversight for the subcontract life cycle, ensuring compliance and effective management across federal programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance subcont...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead strategic subcontract management, guiding a team through the entire lifecycle while ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive progr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the development and execution of subcontract strategies, ensuring project success through effective sourcing, negotiation, and management of subcontractor relationships while collaborating with d...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

5 days ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing procurement and administration for subcontracting, ensuring compliance and effective negotiation with industry partners to support business objectives and project success...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to manage the full subcontract lifecycle for government and defense programs. Leverage your expertise in FAR/DFARS and negotiation skills to support fast-paced program teams while...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $137K *

Lead the charge in managing subcontracts across their lifecycle, ensuring compliance and fostering supplier relations to drive optimal performance and alignment with strategic objectives...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $137K *

Manage the lifecycle of subcontracts, driving strategy development and compliance while leading negotiations, administration, and mentorship of junior administrators. Foster supplier relationships and...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $212K *

Optimize subcontract management by leading compliance, governance, and transformation initiatives in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment. Drive organizational growth through strategic planning...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $212K *

Advance your career by leading subcontract management in a dynamic aerospace and defense environment. Drive compliance, enhance team capabilities, and implement strategic processes to support signific...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Empower our team to transform subcontract management in a regulated aerospace environment. Lead compliance, governance, and strategic initiatives while fostering collaboration across functions to driv...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Lead the transformation of subcontract management in a regulated aerospace environment. Drive compliance, develop teams, and implement scalable processes to support business growth while ensuring effe...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in executing subcontract strategies for major capital projects, overseeing contract administration, performance management, and risk mitigation to ensure successful project delivery an...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$72K - $134K *

Shape the future of procurement by managing supplier performance and leading multifunctional teams to ensure successful contract execution for complex programs. Drive negotiations and develop specific...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $151K *

Take ownership of supplier management, ensuring cost, schedule, and performance for RF Payload hardware. Lead subcontract lifecycle activities, negotiate contracts, and collaborate with stakeholders t...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $151K *

Unlock potential by managing supplier performance and costs for RF Payload hardware. Oversee subcontract lifecycle activities, negotiate contracts, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive strategic...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$81K - $151K *

Oversee supplier management and subcontract lifecycle for RF Payload hardware. Partner with stakeholders to drive performance, negotiate costs, and solve complex issues. Your expertise will enhance st...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $134K *

Transform supplier management by leading cross-functional teams to optimize cost, schedule, and performance for complex subcontracts in commercial and DOD programs, ensuring operational excellence and...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $170K *

Shape the future of defense contracting by managing the full subcontract lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, governance, and supplier performance while establishin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing complex subcontracts for innovative solutions, ensuring supplier performance and program success across commercial and defense sectors while collaborating with multifunctio...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $186K *

Lead the charge in managing supplier performance and subcontracting for complex projects, ensuring cost, schedule, and technical excellence while collaborating with multifunctional teams to drive succ...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $186K *

Manage supplier performance and subcontract processes to ensure operational excellence. Lead cross-functional teams in developing procurement strategies, negotiating contracts, and driving continuous...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Subcontracts Manager do?question toggle

    A Subcontracts Manager oversees agreements with subcontractors, including sourcing, proposal evaluation, negotiations, awards, contract administration, performance monitoring, compliance, and closeout.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Subcontracts Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for experience in subcontracting, procurement, or contracts; negotiation and communication skills; and familiarity with contract compliance, supplier management, and risk.

  • Which industries hire Subcontracts Managers?question toggle

    Subcontracts Managers are employed in industries with complex supplier networks, including aerospace and defense, government contracting, technology, construction, manufacturing, and energy.

  • How much do Subcontracts Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as experience, industry, location, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • How can I find Subcontracts Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Subcontracts Manager listings on Ladders and review each posting’s compensation, qualifications, location, and responsibilities to identify opportunities that fit your experience.