Strategic Subcontractor Sourcing Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Together We Build – Partnership, Innovation, Excellence, and Safety

At Kelso Industries, 4,000+ employees across 40+ companies work together to deliver exceptional HVAC, mechanical, plumbing, refrigeration, and electrical solutions nationwide. Join us to grow your career, make an impact, and be part of a team where innovation, excellence, and safety come first.

Recruiter Notice: We respectfully ask external recruiters and staffing agencies not to submit candidates. We only accept direct applications.

Position Overview

Kelso Building Services is seeking a Strategic Subcontractor Sourcing Manager to drive rapid fulfillment support across our national service footprint. This role focuses on building and maintaining a high-quality subcontractor network that supports daily work order execution, closes service gaps, and protects client SLAs in real time.

Core Responsibilities

• Source qualified subcontractors in active and emerging service markets.
• Close immediate trade coverage gaps impacting work order execution.
• Vet licensing, insurance, safety compliance, and trade certifications.
• Qualify labor rates and ensure competitive pricing alignment.
• Coordinate with Sales, ASG, and Operations teams to align vendor onboarding
• Maintain an up-to-date trade and geographic coverage database.
• Track vendor response times and SLA adherence.
• Assist in future vendor scorecard development and performance improvement.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Vendor onboarding cycle time.
• SLA recovery rate in subcontractor-supported markets.
• Coverage density by trade and geography.
• Cost variance against labor benchmarks.
• First-time completion rate.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in facilities management, vendor management, or trade sourcing.
• Strong understanding of HVAC and multi-trade service environments.
• Experience with CMMS platforms (Salesforce, Service Titan, Corrigo, Fexa, etc.).
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational capability.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced service environment.

Why Join Kelso Industries?

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and high-performance environments that make a lasting impact across the industrial, commercial, and institutional sectors.

Here you will experience:

Growth Opportunities: Develop new skills, take on exciting challenges, and advance your career in meaningful ways.

Company Culture: You'll thrive in an environment that supports your growth, values your contributions, and makes work fulfilling and enjoyable.

Impact: Your work directly contributes to meaningful outcomes, allowing you to see the difference you make and feel a sense of purpose every day.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: You'll be rewarded fairly for your contributions while enjoying perks that enhance your financial security, health, and overall well-being.

Kelso Industries celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local employment discrimination laws where Kelso does business