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.
Principal Contracts Manager (Signal Tech)
$110K - $130K *
Unlock potential by managing complex contracts in a fast-paced environment. Leverage your expertise in government contracting and regulations to collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring compl...
4 weeks ago
Principal Contracts Manager (Signal Tech)
$110K - $130K *
Explore opportunities as a Principal Contracts Manager, driving contract management excellence in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate effectively across teams and navigate complex contractual landsc...
4 weeks ago
Principal Contracts Manager (Signal Tech)
$108K - $130K *
Elevate your career by managing critical contracts within government defense projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, negotiate agreements, and drive results in a dynami...
4 weeks ago
Principal Contracts Manager (Signal Tech)
$110K - $130K *
Reimagine your career by leading contract management strategies within the defense sector. Utilize your expertise to navigate complex agreements and ensure compliance while fostering strong relationsh...
4 weeks ago
Principal Contracts Manager (Signal Tech)
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in contract management, navigating complex agreements and regulations while empowering teams to meet deadlines, optimize customer relations, and implement risk mitigation strategies in...
4 weeks ago
$135K - $186K *
Drive subcontract management excellence by leading complex agreements, ensuring compliance, and optimizing supplier relationships while aligning with organizational goals and regulatory standards...
1 month ago
$135K - $186K *
Unlock potential by managing high-value subcontracts and driving strategic initiatives. Oversee compliance, negotiate terms, and lead project teams while fostering strong supplier relationships to ach...
1 month ago
Subcontract Administration - E2
$59K - $111K *
Optimize subcontract specifications and procurement processes to support development and production across multiple contract types. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective subcontr...
2 weeks ago
Subcontract Administration - E2
$59K - $111K *
Shape the future of procurement by developing subcontract specifications and managing supplier relationships to support diverse contract types and ensure seamless operations across multiple projects...
2 weeks ago
Subcontract Administration - E2
$67K - $125K *
Join a dynamic team to develop and manage subcontracts, ensuring effective procurement of specialized materials and services to support critical projects worldwide while meeting technical and financia...
2 weeks ago
Subcontract Administration - E2
$59K - $111K *
Unlock your potential as a Subcontract Administrator in a dynamic environment, supporting critical programs focused on driving efficiency and value. Collaborate with teams and suppliers to ensure comp...
2 weeks ago
Subcontract Administration - E2
$59K - $111K *
Empower the success of our Space Based Interceptor Program by managing comprehensive subcontract administration, streamlining supply chain operations, and ensuring compliance with industry standards w...
2 weeks ago
Subcontract Administration - E2
$59K - $111K *
Grow your career with a pivotal role in subcontract management, driving procurement and contract negotiations for specialized services and materials, while ensuring compliance and effective supplier p...
3 weeks ago
Subcontract Administration - E2
$59K - $111K *
Engage your expertise in developing subcontract specifications and managing procurement processes, ensuring support for diverse projects. Join a team focused on optimizing supply chain efficiencies an...
4 weeks ago
$72K - $134K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in subcontract management, leading cross-functional collaboration and mentoring, while ensuring supplier performance and compliance for critical research and deve...
4 weeks ago
Senior Subcontracts Administrator
$95K - $115K *
Partner with us to manage complex subcontract requirements for government programs, ensuring compliance with procurement policies while collaborating closely with project teams to deliver successful o...
5 days ago
Senior Subcontracts Administrator
$95K - $115K *
Shape the future of subcontract management by leading complex negotiations and compliance efforts for government contracts, ensuring alignment with procurement policies while collaborating closely wit...
5 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Empower our operations by managing procurement processes for equipment and materials. Collaborate with engineering and research teams to ensure timely delivery and quality, while building strong suppl...
Yesterday
$80K - $95K *
Drive your career with a dynamic role in contract management, overseeing the lifecycle of agreements while leveraging AI to enhance workflows and reduce risks. Collaborate across teams to create a rel...
1 week ago
Manager Subcontract Programs 3
$175K - $263K *
Lead the charge in managing propulsion-related supplier activities, ensuring program execution, risk management, and technical issue resolution in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functio...
1 week ago
Subcontract Management Sr Stf - E5
$109K - $203K *
Champion subcontract management excellence by leading teams in negotiations, ensuring supplier performance, and aligning strategies with procurement and government requirements for complex contracts...
4 days ago
Subcontract Management Sr Stf - E5
$109K - $203K *
Architect supplier management strategies to optimize cost, schedule, and performance across complex subcontracts. Lead cross-functional teams in procurement, ensuring compliance and effective negotiat...
1 week ago
Subcontract Program Management Sr - E3
$95K - $178K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing supply chain strategies and execution. You'll manage subcontractors, ensuring compliance and performance while driving innovation and continuous improvement i...
5 days ago
Subcontract Program Management Sr - E3
$95K - $178K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in strategic deterrence by managing complex programs, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring compliance with contractual requirements to deliver missio...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in managing subcontracting activities to drive project success through strategic vendor selection, contract administration, and performance oversight across multiple project objectives...
3 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.