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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$90K - $112K *

Reimagine procurement strategies by leading complex project management efforts, ensuring large-scale projects align on cost, quality, and risk objectives while optimizing supplier performance and cros...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $240K *

Lead the charge in procurement engineering, ensuring parts meet design, quality, and cost standards while managing a team to resolve supplier issues and drive cost reduction initiatives...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $180K *

Lead procurement initiatives by collaborating with teams to enhance processes, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor relationships, ensuring accountability and efficiency across the organization...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of contract management by leading negotiations and overseeing all phases of contract administration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and mitigate risks wh...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Champion the negotiation and management of complex Government and Commercial contracts. Oversee all contract phases, ensuring compliance and risk management while collaborating across departments to d...

Melville, NYRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Drive effective procurement and contracting processes to ensure timely availability of goods and services while adhering to regulations and enhancing operational efficiency across the agency's initiat...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Join our team as a Principal Subcontracts Specialist, where you'll tackle complex subcontract challenges, lead projects, and guide teams with your expertise in subcontract management and compliance wi...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting contracts within the Defense and Civil Space Market. Leverage your analytical skills and contract knowledge to ensure compliance and drive project success in...

Virginia, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $103K *

Create efficient subcontract management processes to support critical Warfare Systems programs, ensuring compliance with government regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to oversee nego...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing contract management processes, ensuring compliance and governance while collaborating across teams to enhance revenue and streamline operations. Drive strategic initiativ...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $128K *

Unlock potential by managing procurement processes, ensuring vendor compliance, and facilitating bid preparations. Collaborate with project teams to optimize purchasing strategies and maintain operati...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $128K *

Transform procurement processes by ensuring vendor compliance, managing bids, and expediting orders. Collaborate with project teams to maintain operational efficiency and resolve discrepancies, all wh...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$96K - $128K *

Champion procurement excellence by managing vendor relationships, creating bid packages, and ensuring compliance with standards. Collaborate with project teams to streamline purchasing processes and r...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $128K *

Join a team that's driving procurement excellence by developing and executing sourcing strategies for integrated material handling systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance operational value a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing and administering subcontracts and task orders. Ensure compliance with standards and regulations while negotiating terms and monitoring performance. Collaborate with teams...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $174K *

Elevate procurement processes by leading strategic agreements and ensuring compliance with supply chain standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and meet program requirem...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $174K *

Drive procurement excellence by leading strategic agreements and optimizing supply chain processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of materials while adhering to com...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $160K *

Transform procurement processes by leveraging your expertise in supply chain management, negotiation, and strategic agreements to ensure timely delivery of materials that meet technical performance re...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $190K *

Drive impactful renewable energy projects by managing contracts from RFP to execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks while maintaining strong stakeh...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of renewable energy by managing contracts for innovative projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, negotiate terms, and ensure compliance while driving efficiency and mitigat...

Redwood City, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$127K - $236K *

Manage the lifecycle of U.S. Government contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while collaborating with internal stakeholders to drive successful proposal development and contract executio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $236K *

Lead the charge in managing U.S. Government contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive successful project execution and proposal develo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $236K *

Manage U.S. Government contracts, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while coordinating with internal stakeholders to support proposal development and contract execution across multiple complex d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $236K *

Drive success by managing U.S. Government contracts, ensuring compliance, and coordinating with stakeholders to mitigate risks and support proposal development across complex projects in the Aerospace...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $236K *

Drive your career forward by managing U.S. Government contracts, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and support proposal development in the Aerospace...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.