How to become a subcontract administrator?

To become a subcontract administrator, you need a bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field, though many also have a master’s degree. Experience in supply chain management is helpful. You handle responsibilities ranging from leading the subcontract evaluation team to conducting supplier audits, and you need to be familiar with different types of business contracts. Some opportunities require the administrator to have security clearance and pass a polygraph test, and many jobs include duties related to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and teaming agreements, so you should have strong analytic and negotiating skills. In subcontract administration, you work closely with administrative services, project management, and finance, so excellent communication skills are also an asset.