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.
Supply Chain Manager - Manufacturing
$90K - $110K *
Transform supply chain strategy in manufacturing by leading a dynamic team, optimizing supplier performance, and enhancing material flow to ensure project success and client satisfaction...
4 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Optimize procurement strategies and contractual agreements in IT, Network & Cloud domains. This role requires managing complex negotiations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing cost efficiencies to con...
Reposted 5 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive efficient supply chain operations by managing purchasing and material planning. Ensure timely delivery of raw materials and packaging components to support production schedules and maintain inve...
1 week ago
Senior Project Procurement Manager (Energy)
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in procurement for large-scale power projects, ensuring strategic execution from handover to closeout. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supplier relationships and dr...
2 weeks ago
$135K - $150K *
Unlock your potential by leading high-stakes proposals for public agencies in the rail and transit sector. Drive strategy, mentor teams, and craft compelling narratives to elevate project pursuits and...
2 weeks ago
$123K - $130K *
Lead procurement initiatives by building partnerships and enhancing service quality across departments, ensuring compliance, strategic planning, and operational excellence while mentoring staff and ma...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Shape logistics excellence by driving procurement strategies across diverse road transport modes. Lead carrier negotiations, optimize costs, and enhance efficiency while collaborating with operations...
Reposted 1 week ago
Construction Manager - Project Manager (CM-PM)
$135K - $140K *
Drive impactful construction projects through expert project management, leveraging your deep understanding of methodologies and collaborative skills to ensure successful execution and client satisfac...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$85K - $110K *
Develop and manage complex luxury residential construction projects, ensuring seamless communication, effective planning, and accountability throughout the project lifecycle, from initial sales handof...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in managing day-to-day operations at our facility, ensuring safety, security, and operational readiness while coordinating resources and processes to support training and customer acti...
1 week ago
$105K - $135K *
Lead operational excellence by enhancing processes, ensuring alignment between customer commitments and internal tracking, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and accurac...
2 days ago
$132K - $251K *
Take ownership of end-to-end operational execution in manufacturing, ensuring safe and efficient product delivery. Drive performance, manage teams, and implement continuous improvement initiatives to...
Yesterday
Contracts Administration, Advisor
$104K - $166K *
Join a team that drives impactful contracts in the national security space. Leverage your expertise in federal contracts to manage diverse portfolios while collaborating with Intelligence Community cu...
3 weeks ago
Contracts Administration, Advisor
$104K - $166K *
Launch your career by partnering with our Contracts team to manage and negotiate diverse federal contracts, ensuring compliance and supporting national security missions through strategic advisory...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive procurement excellence by managing the full purchase order lifecycle across Owner and Contractor operations, ensuring compliance, documentation, and efficiency in supply chain activities for maj...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Shape the future of projects by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely, on-budget delivery with robust planning and execution. Your expertise will drive communication and collaboration to ach...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $140K *
Tackle procurement challenges by managing purchasing activities, optimizing supplier relationships, and ensuring material availability to support production operations in a dynamic manufacturing envir...
3 weeks ago
Bid Director - Major Infrastructures
$110K - $130K *
Take ownership of major infrastructure pursuit lifecycles, leading bid strategies, coordinating teams, and delivering compelling proposals. Contribute to the continuous improvement of bid processes an...
4 weeks ago
$120K - $154K *
Drive your career with a dynamic role overseeing project execution from inception to completion. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and ensure project success while adhering to...
1 week ago
Operations Manager - Senior - OUSD
$110K - $130K *
Optimize operational efficiency and compliance while driving strategic initiatives across multiple functional areas for a high-stakes environment. Collaborate with leadership to lead teams, manage ris...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $140K *
Join a team that's streamlining contract management for our commercial operations. You'll oversee the lifecycle of agreements, ensuring efficiency and compliance while collaborating with legal teams a...
1 week ago
Contracts Manager - Heavy Civil Construction
$88K - $105K *
Empower our team by managing vendor contracts, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks. Collaborate cross-functionally to align contract execution with project goals and drive success in a dynamic c...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Take ownership of strategic procurement initiatives at chemical production sites, driving category management and supplier negotiations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance opera...
5 days ago
$130K - $145K *
Join a team that's driving successful program delivery across multiple value streams. As a key contributor, you'll manage project execution, ensuring objectives are met while interfacing with cross-fu...
Yesterday
$88K - $105K *
Play a key role in managing engineering projects and client partnerships, ensuring successful delivery, budget adherence, and high-quality outcomes while driving business growth and client satisfactio...
Reposted 1 week 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.