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Communication skills handling issues with homeowners, installers, subcontractors. Responsibilities: * Manage and resolve issues involving homeowners, installers, and subcontractors. * Manage and ...

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Subcontractor Management * Manage relationships with subcontractor partners. * Communicate service expectations, quality standards, and operational requirements to subcontractor leadership. * Foster ...

Subcontractor Management * Manage relationships with subcontractor partners. * Communicate service expectations, quality standards, and operational requirements to subcontractor leadership. * Foster ...

Subcontractor Management * Manage relationships with subcontractor partners. * Communicate service expectations, quality standards, and operational requirements to subcontractor leadership. * Foster ...

This includes providing direction and coordination of all field activities and any coordinated subcontracts, managing the project schedule throughout the project lifecycle, and securing any unique ...

This includes providing direction and coordination of all field activities and any coordinated subcontracts, managing the project schedule throughout the project lifecycle, and securing any unique ...

This includes providing direction and coordination of all field activities and any coordinated subcontracts, managing the project schedule throughout the project lifecycle, and securing any unique ...

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How much do subcontracts manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for subcontracts manager in Detroit, MI is $104,259.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $83,200.00 and $121,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a subcontracts manager?

A Subcontracts Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing subcontract agreements within an organization. They negotiate contract terms, ensure compliance with legal and company policies, and monitor subcontractor performance to meet project requirements. Their role includes risk management, cost control, and fostering strong vendor relationships. Subcontracts Managers typically work in industries like construction, aerospace, defense, and manufacturing. Their goal is to optimize subcontractor contributions while mitigating potential risks.

What are some of the main challenges subcontracts managers face in their daily work?

Subcontracts Managers often navigate complex negotiations, tight deadlines, and the need to balance quality, cost, and compliance requirements from various stakeholders. They commonly coordinate between internal project teams, legal departments, and external suppliers, requiring excellent multitasking and communication skills. Staying current with evolving regulations and mitigating supply chain risks are also frequent challenges. However, mastering these aspects can make the role highly rewarding and position you for future advancement within procurement or project management leadership.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a subcontracts manager, and why are they important?

To excel as a Subcontracts Manager, you need expertise in procurement, contract negotiation, risk management, and a bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field. Familiarity with ERP systems, contract management software, and certifications such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) are often expected. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills help build effective relationships and efficiently manage multiple priorities. These abilities are essential for ensuring contractual compliance, cost savings, and smooth project execution in dynamic business environments.

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Aerospace Technical Subcontract Manager

Trigo Group

Detroit, MI • On-site

$32 - $42/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago


TRIGO Group rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

389th of 496 rated business services


Job description

This is a Technical Subcontract Management (TSM) field support position. The TSM will be responsible for providing onsite support at various Lockheed Martin (LM) major systems, airframe, and tooling suppliers. Approximately 90% of the TSMs time will be spent onsite at a LM supplier facility. A TSM is a member of the Supply Chain Management (SCM) team that LM Aeronautics uses to minimize disruptions to the supply chain by providing "in the field" oversight of supplier execution.
Daily activities include working with supplier personnel to prioritize components through manufacturing, validating the status of the deliverable parts and providing detailed status to LM procurement, preparing plans to reduce/prevent shortages, identifying risks in the supply chain, and developing risk mitigation plans to minimize the potential impact to LM. Candidates should have an understanding of production processes as they relate to aircraft systems components and avionics equipment, machined part fabrication, tooling fabrication, and lean manufacturing.
Job Description:
  • Understand production processes as they relate to aircraft systems components and avionics equipment, machined part fabrication, tooling fabrication, and lean manufacturing.
  • Familiar with legacy aircraft to include F16 and C130 with a background in manufacturing engineering.
  • Will be a self-starter that can analyze supplier processes and developing improvement plans in collaboration with personnel from both the supplier and the company.
  • Will regularly collaborate across multiple functions (within the company and at the supplier facility), including production, procurement, quality, and engineering, in order to expedite parts/assemblies that are required to support each of the company Aeronautics Lines of Business (LOB).
  • The success of the person in this position will greatly depend on his/her ability to communicate clearly and effectively with supplier personnel at varying levels of an organization.
  • Will have strong interpersonal skills and be able to build relationships quickly with multiple stakeholders.

Required Skills:
  • Experience with Industrial Engineering
  • Direct Manufacturing experience
  • Must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Previous experience with electronic Material Requirements Planning systems such as SAP.
  • Ability to work across multiple venues with both internal and external customers and suppliers to ensure on time delivery.
  • Requires comprehensive understanding of overall manufacturing processes and procedures, with an ability to interpret specifications and contracts, as well as an understanding of objective evidence.
  • Must possess strong oral and written communication skills for presentations and potential executive level briefings
  • Previous experience working closely with Quality Engineering, Manufacturing Engineers and Purchasing to coordinate planning and work schedules for production.
  • Excellent interpersonal relations, customer service, and written/oral communication skills required.
  • Well organized, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to gather, interpret, analyze and proactively act on data with minimal supervision.
  • High sense of urgency with ability to work in a fast-paced team environment anticipating and adjusting to production challenges to meet customer requirements.
  • Demonstrated skills and experience purchasing in an electronics manufacturing environment.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen - Trigo ADR Americas, LLC can restrict hiring to US Citizens when government contracts require us to do so. 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(2)(C).
  • Valid drivers license and auto insurance required.
  • Hands-on experience with ERP System Applications a plus
  • Higher education preferred.

Required Education (including certifications):
  • High School Diploma

BENEFITS:
  • 12 days paid vacation first year, increasing with service years
  • 10 days paid sick time
  • 11 paid holidays
  • Healthcare insurance available: Medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, critical illness, life insurance for self and dependents
  • Champ Plan Wellness and Health
    • Free to employees working minimum 20 hours/week with anticipated $30k/annual earnings
    • Participation increases net take home pay $$$ in most instances
    • Free wellness initiatives
    • Free tele-health
    • Free and discounted RX
    • Auto enrollment (unless tax elections result in negative impact)
    • Eligible on the 1st of the month following 30 days of continuous employment
    • Requires monthly 10-minute wellness activity participation
  • 401k retirement savings with match
    • Eligible on the first (1st) of the month following 90 days of continuous employment
    • 100% match of 1st 3% contribution
    • 50% match of next 2% contribution
    • IMMEDIATE VESTING
  • Company-provided cell phone, laptop, mobile wi-fi (for business use only)
  • Regular Hourly rate for travel time
  • Direct Pay Travel arrangements for flights, hotels and rental cars
  • Travel Reimbursements direct deposited with each payroll
    • Federal rate Mileage reimbursement when driving personal vehicles on company business
    • Per diem reimbursements for meals and incidentals
  • $1500 EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS
    • Initial $750 paid upon hire of qualified referred employee (rehires excluded)
    • Additional $750 paid upon referral's full completion of 90 days' employment

WORKING CONDITIONS
Productivity: Incumbents must perform work in an efficient, effective, and timely manner with minimal direction.
Mobility: Incumbents are required to participate in assigned physical activities which may include light lifting and sitting for prolonged periods of time.
Vision: Vision sufficient to read printed documents, computer screens, and observe behavior of others.
Environment: Typical office conditions, directly working Quality management team, working with the SMS team, and external customers.
Other Factors: Typical hours worked are Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Incumbents may be required to work occasional extended hours and weekend overtime.
The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk (approximately 1-2 miles a day); sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Employee will occasionally drive long distances to and from various suppliers as needed. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.
Pay Range: $32 - $42 hourlyPlease note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Trigo considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.
Company Overview
TRIGO ADR Americas is the leader in the Aerospace & Defense Industry providing global Supplier Delivery Assurance, Supplier Development and Quality Management Services. Trigo provides a fully integrated service solution to optimize Supplier performance through an embedded "boots on the ground" business model to drive systemic changes that enhance Supplier Quality and Supplier Delivery performance. We work as an extension of our Customers to build and maintain supplier and customer collaboration to ensure improved results and provide visibility throughout the supply chain. Trigo's team of dedicated Delivery Assurance Specialists, Supplier Development Specialists, Supplier Quality Engineers and Program Managers support hundreds of Customers and are deployed to thousands of Suppliers worldwide focused on achieving On-Time and On-Quality Delivery results.
TRIGO ADR Americas is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans, and may require US Citizenship for employment on certain defense contracts subject to ITAR restrictions. All qualified candidates will receive consideration. Except where otherwise provided by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism or other non-merit factors.

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