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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Director, Contracts Management
$190K - $210K *
Drive excellence in contract management for large-scale data center projects. Oversee RFx processes, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitig...
1 week ago
Director, Contracts Management
$190K - $210K *
Manage contract processes for large-scale data center projects, ensuring compliance and effective negotiation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and drive operational excellenc...
1 week ago
Director, Contracts Management
$190K - $210K *
Transform the contract management landscape for large-scale data center projects. Oversee RFx processes, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to m...
1 week ago
Director, Contracts Management
$190K - $210K *
Champion the contract management process for large-scale data center projects. Oversee RFx processes, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to miti...
1 week ago
Director, Contracts Management
$190K - $210K *
Transform your career by leading contract management for large-scale data center projects. Oversee RFx processes, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance while collaborating with cross-functional t...
1 week ago
Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist - Level 3 or 4
$81K - $160K *
Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team as a Supply Chain Subcontract Specialist. Collaborate with diverse suppliers and stakeholders to drive procurement strategies, ensuring quality and compli...
Yesterday
Sr. Buyer - Defense & Space Manufacturing
$73K - $135K *
Champion supplier performance and operational excellence by managing the supply base, leading problem-solving initiatives, and ensuring timely material availability to meet production needs while fost...
5 days ago
Contractor Management Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Lead contractor management initiatives to enhance compliance, performance, and safety across a complex organization. Collaborate with stakeholders to streamline onboarding and oversight processes, ens...
Today
$95K - $115K *
Optimize procurement strategies and supplier relationships while managing category-specific sourcing and negotiation to enhance operational efficiency and drive cost savings for the organization...
Reposted today
$80K - $95K *
Lead the charge in managing project lifecycles, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while fostering strong client relationships and effective communication across teams to drive project succ...
2 weeks ago
Senior Global Supply Manager, Avionics
$140K - $175K *
Lead the charge in defining and implementing procurement strategies for our innovative space startup, driving competitive advantages in the electrical supply chain while coaching a high-performance te...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$134K - $241K *
Manage and lead a construction management team for water/wastewater projects, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance while overseeing project execution and client relations. Drive efficiency and res...
2 weeks ago
$134K - $241K *
Advance your career by leading a construction management team for water/wastewater projects. Oversee project execution, manage client relations, and ensure quality and safety standards are met while d...
2 weeks ago
$144K - $180K *
Oversee a portfolio of strategic initiatives, ensuring project delivery aligns with business goals. Champion best practices, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement in project management...
2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform procurement operations by leading a dynamic team, ensuring compliance, and driving supplier performance to support critical nuclear projects while enhancing process efficiency and collaborat...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $160K *
Drive the development and execution of comprehensive commodity strategies, ensuring alignment with operational goals while leading a dynamic team in supplier negotiations, risk management, and perform...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$130K - $160K *
Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team in shaping commodity strategies across multiple manufacturing sites, while driving supplier performance, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement in a hig...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$95K - $130K *
Elevate your career by managing diverse construction projects, ensuring quality and compliance while leading teams to deliver innovative solutions in a fast-paced environment. Drive success through co...
4 days ago
Subcontract Administration Asc - Early Career
$61K - $114K *
Lead the development of subcontract specifications and terms for procurement, ensuring effective evaluation and negotiation of proposals to support diverse contracts in a dynamic environment. Collabor...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in managing contract negotiations and compliance for utility-scale energy projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and ensure successful project execution wh...
Yesterday
Sr Construction Project Manager
$120K - $140K *
Lead the charge in managing complex military construction projects, ensuring alignment of scope, cost, and schedule while collaborating with government teams. Drive project success through expert anal...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Indirect Purchasing Services and Materials
$120K - $145K *
Champion innovative procurement strategies by leading a team in managing contracts and sourcing for indirect services. Play a pivotal role in aligning business goals with efficient purchasing solution...
Reposted 4 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in managing high-value subcontracts within heavy civil and industrial sectors. Oversee full-cycle contract management, from strategy development to negotiation and compliance, ensuring...
2 weeks ago
Project Manager (ISR Acquisitions)
$120K - $130K *
Join us in delivering impactful project management solutions for national security initiatives. Collaborate with senior officials and leverage your expertise in Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconna...
Yesterday
$105K - $158K *
Drive success in contract management by fostering relationships and ensuring compliance for global customer contracts, supporting significant revenue growth and strategic initiatives across the organi...
2 weeks ago
What does a Subcontracts Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Browse Subcontracts Manager listings on Ladders and review each posting’s compensation, qualifications, location, and responsibilities to identify opportunities that fit your experience.