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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$76K - $109K *

Lead the charge in managing complex subcontracts and purchase orders, ensuring compliance and performance. Collaborate with internal teams and subcontractors to drive successful procurement outcomes i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$79K - $101K *

Unlock potential by managing all aspects of subcontract administration, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while supporting procurement processes and enhancing team collaboration throughout...

3 weeks ago

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

$180K - $325K *

Lead the strategic management of suppliers and subcontracts for large-scale aircraft programs. Drive performance, talent development, and risk reporting while aligning with enterprise objectives to en...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$76K - $104K *

Lead the charge in managing subcontract agreements, from solicitation to closeout. Oversee compliance, negotiate terms, and ensure fair pricing while fostering supplier relationships in alignment with...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $104K *

Manage the complete lifecycle of complex subcontracts, ensuring compliance, negotiating terms, and fostering supplier relations while aligning with business objectives and mitigating risks...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $134K *

Engage in the management of supplier performance on complex subcontracts, leading multifunctional teams to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations while driving cost and schedule efficie...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $134K *

Shape the future of subcontract management by overseeing supplier performance on critical contracts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, negotiate agreements, and lead the de...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $154K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in subcontract management. Leverage your expertise in procurement to ensure compliance and foster collaboration, driving successful outcomes in our dynamic d...

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4 days ago

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

$88K - $154K *

Transform subcontracting processes by managing proposals, contracts, and vendor relationships. Leverage your expertise to ensure compliance and efficiency while guiding a team in a dynamic, remote env...

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

$104K - $173K *

Deliver your expertise to the development of RF subsystems for satellites. Utilize advanced engineering skills to specify, document, and ensure high-performance designs. Collaborate with a team of exp...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $129K *

Shape the future of subcontract management by leading critical negotiations and compliance efforts. Collaborate with senior leadership to optimize strategies and ensure ethical practices in a fast-pac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $129K *

Shape the future of subcontract management by leading critical negotiations, ensuring compliance, and optimizing processes to support mission success and business growth in a dynamic environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $170K *

Lead contract management for aerospace and defense programs, overseeing the entire contract lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and achieve financi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $170K *

Drive strategic contract management for aerospace and defense programs, overseeing the entire contract lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and achi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$65K - $101K *

Engage in the full lifecycle of subcontract administration, ensuring compliance with regulations while driving operational efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $134K *

Champion the management of supplier performance and procurement processes for complex subcontracts, leading multifunctional teams to ensure successful execution across commercial and defense programs...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $134K *

Transform your career by leading procurement solutions for mission-critical programs. Oversee the full lifecycle of subcontract management, ensuring compliance and fostering supplier relationships to...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $134K *

Join a team that's redefining subcontract management for complex programs. Lead multifunctional teams, oversee supplier performance, and drive procurement excellence in a dynamic environment supportin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $134K *

Optimize supplier management by leading multifunctional teams to ensure cost, schedule, and technical performance on complex subcontracts for diverse programs. Drive procurement processes and negotiat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $134K *

Champion the management of complex subcontract portfolios, ensuring supplier performance aligns with specifications for high-stakes government and commercial programs. Lead cross-functional teams to i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $134K *

Oversee the end-to-end execution of complex purchase orders, ensuring compliance and optimizing supplier performance in a high-stakes environment. Drive strategic sourcing and contract negotiations th...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $134K *

Join our team to shape the future of subcontract management. You will oversee complex contracts, ensure supplier performance, and collaborate with multifunctional teams, driving excellence across comm...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $134K *

Lead the subcontract management lifecycle for complex defense programs, ensuring compliance, quality, and performance while collaborating across teams to drive success and mitigate risks in a dynamic...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $134K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing subcontract management in dynamic supply chains. Lead cross-functional teams, handle complex procurement processes, and ensure supplier performance meets crit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $134K *

Champion procurement excellence by managing supplier performance, navigating complex contracts, and leading multifunctional teams to achieve mission success in both commercial and defense sectors...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.