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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$63K - $111K *

Shape the future of contract management by overseeing complex projects, ensuring compliance, and collaborating across teams to drive success. Leverage your expertise to draft, negotiate, and administe...

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

$108K - $130K *

Reimagine plant productivity by leading assessments and driving measurable improvements across manufacturing operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance throughput, reduce costs, an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading plant productivity initiatives, driving measurable improvements in manufacturing efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and implement best practice...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving plant productivity initiatives by leading assessments, identifying bottlenecks, and implementing measurable improvements across manufacturing operations in the Americas regi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $135K *

Advance plant productivity initiatives by leading assessments, identifying bottlenecks, and driving measurable improvements across manufacturing operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by leading plant productivity initiatives, driving measurable improvements in manufacturing efficiency, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational excel...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K *

Unlock your potential as a Procurement Analyst, providing critical acquisition planning support. Collaborate with teams, advise on procurement strategies, and ensure compliance, all while enhancing go...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $114K *

Shape the future of acquisition support by leading a skilled team in federal contracting. Leverage your expertise to ensure compliance, oversee contract performance, and mentor personnel while meeting...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $123K *

Oversee the end-to-end management of account agreements, ensure compliance with health insurance laws, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive project implementation to support corporate go...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in commercial management of diverse CAPEX projects, ensuring contract compliance, risk mitigation, and value optimization while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $141K *

Shape the future of supply chain management by sourcing and managing complex subcontracts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive supplier performance in support of cri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $113K *

Engage in strategic subcontract management, overseeing sourcing, negotiation, and supplier performance to support complex government programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive efficien...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $141K *

Champion the procurement process by managing complex subcontracts, ensuring compliance, and driving supplier performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize sourcing strategies and en...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $113K *

Join a team that's driving excellence in subcontract management for complex goods and services. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure compliance, optimize performance, and enhance e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $145K *

Advance project success by leading teams in delivering quality construction outcomes, managing budgets, and ensuring client satisfaction while overseeing compliance and fostering collaboration within...

4 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Optimize procurement strategies for large-scale EPC projects, ensuring timely delivery and compliance. Collaborate across teams to manage sourcing, contracts, and supplier relationships, driving effic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by managing QCDP performance and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize financial outcomes while maintaining clear communicati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$165K - $190K *

Champion strategic IT procurement initiatives, driving cost reductions and optimizing software agreements. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance efficiency and ensure compliance while managing con...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $130K *

Manage sourcing and supplier relationships in the PV and BESS sectors. Collaborate with engineering, finance, and operations to negotiate contracts and enhance supply chain performance, driving optima...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $130K *

Transform supplier engagement by driving sourcing strategies and contract negotiations in the PV and BESS sectors. Collaborate with engineering and finance to optimize supplier performance and foster...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $130K *

Lead the charge in strategic category management, sourcing, and supplier negotiation for the PV and BESS sectors, optimizing performance and fostering robust supplier partnerships across engineering a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $130K *

Lead strategic sourcing efforts and supplier management to enhance supply chain performance in the PV and BESS industry, fostering strong partnerships and optimizing contract negotiations for key cate...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $130K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive sourcing, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier relationships in the PV and BESS sectors, ensuring optimal terms, pricing, and supply chain performa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $130K *

Drive strategic sourcing and supplier management in a dynamic team, optimizing PV and BESS supply chains through collaboration and negotiation, ensuring quality and efficiency across key categories...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $115K *

Elevate your career by guiding Canadian exporters through complex contract certification and procurement systems, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation while managing diverse contractual arrangement...

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  •   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.