How to hire a central supply manager

How to hire a central supply manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step central supply manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a central supply manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new central supply manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a central supply manager, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect central supply manager also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   The following list breaks down different types of central supply managers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Central Supply Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Central Supply Manager	Purchasing managers plan, direct, and coordinate the buying of materials, products, or services for wholesalers, retailers, or organizations. They oversee the work of procurement-related occupations including buyers and purchasing agents.	$17-54
   Supply Chain Consultant	A supply chain consultant specializes in performing research and analysis to develop strategies for optimal services. Typically working in the manufacturing industry, their responsibilities revolve around monitoring the inventory and supply flow of materials, liaising with vendors and suppliers, coordinating with different departments to gather necessary data, identifying strengths and weaknesses in the operations, and suggesting actions on areas needing improvement... Show more	$33-53
   Supply Chain Vice President	The supply chain vice president is responsible for directing and planning all aspects of an organization's supply chain initiatives, policies, and objectives. You will oversee the inventory, distribution, and transportation activities of an organization... Show more	$44-97

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Patient Care
   • OSHA
   • Medicaid
   • Patients
   • Purchase Orders
   • Inventory Control
   • Medical Equipment
   • Infection Control
   • Surgical Procedures
   • Bed Facility
   • State Regulations
   • Payroll
   • Inventory Management
   • Healthcare

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage purchasing processes and supervise personnel responsible for MRO purchasing, new product planning and production purchasing.
   • Process incoming medical equipment orders, facility installations, and repair any problems with specialty beds for patients.
   • Investigate and resolve internal and external inventory issues in the logistics area.
   • Maintain accurate inventory associate with material and medical needs of the facility, patients and staff.
   • Operate steam sterilizers, washer decontaminator.
   • Maintain a clean & organize stockroom utilizing FIFO methodology.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your central supply manager job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A central supply manager can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, central supply managers' average salary in kansas is 42% less than in new jersey.
   • Seniority. Entry-level central supply managers 67% less than senior-level central supply managers.
   • Certifications. A central supply manager with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a central supply manager's salary.

   Average central supply manager salary

   $65,475yearly

   $31.48 hourly rate

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   Entry-level central supply manager salary

   $37,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 19, 2025

4. Writing a central supply manager job description

   A good central supply manager job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a central supply manager job description:

   Central supply manager job description example

   $17+/hour depending on experience + FULL-TIME HOURS + CLOSED on Saturdays!
   About the Role:
   At DIG, an important part of our food journey starts with our team at our Supply Center, located in Hunts Point in the Bronx. As a Supply Center employee, you will work in a close knit team environment receiving, prepping, producing, processing and packing out vegetables to be sent out to our restaurant teams.
   
   Compensation Perks:
   - Competitive Pay: We genuinely care about our people. We choose to pay above the minimum wage and are willing to pay higher depending on experience.
   - Consistent Scheduling - your success outside of work is equally important to us!
   - Paid Time Off + Closed on Thanksgiving Christmas + other holidays!
   - Complimentary DIG Lunch Everyday: We take care of you, so you can take care of others.
   - Opportunities for GROWTH: We pride ourselves in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that celebrates each person’s uniqueness. We appreciate each individual and are always focused on nurturing their growth.
   
   You Will:
   - Participate in the daily production schedule and be deployed to the prep room needed.
   - Support in packing out finished kit inventory to send product out to the restaurants.
   - Support in executing the packing list to complete orders- Retrieve, Print, and Distribute daily orders, labels and lists.
   - Cut, prep, and mix vegetables, using cut guides and recipes.
   - Go above and beyond the call of duty, pitching in wherever and whenever necessary to help the team.
   - Learn how to follow DIG and health department standards.
   - Roll up your sleeves to perform the physical requirements of the job. (Stand for extended time, pushing, pulling, working in cold temperatures and lifting up to 50 lbs)
   
   You Have:
   - A desire to develop strong culinary skills
   - The ability to demonstrate and execute a strong work ethic.
   - The ability to perform physical requirements of the position (frequently lifting up to 25 pounds, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds). These physical requirements may be accomplished with or without reasonable accommodations.
   - The willingness to roll up your sleeves and pitch in whenever necessary.
   - An appreciation for the people you work with.
   - Excellent communication skills.
   - A desire for growth.
   - A passion for real, good food About Us:
   At Dig Food Group, we’re building a better food system for everyone by sourcing, cooking and serving delicious food everyday. Nine years in, we’ve grown to more than 30 fast-casual Dig restaurants, opened our first full-service restaurant, 232 Bleecker, partnered with 130 farms including our own Dig Acres, and taught thousands of people how to cook (really cook) in our kitchens. To do this, we’ve built direct and real relationships with farmers. We don’t just name check them on our menus -- we’re true partners in their businesses. We focus on farmers who are independent, first-timers, women, immigrants, LGBTQ and people of color. These relationships allow us to get the best ingredients all year round and change our menu based on what is growing in the fields. Each restaurant is run by a chef and all our food is cooked on site. There are no microwaves, can openers or freezers, just an entire culinary team at every location, cooking vegetables all day. This requires training a whole generation of chefs and cooks from the ground up, including many who have never worked in a restaurant before. Knife skills are life skills. We’re not here to disrupt anything or become a platform. We run our business on good food and great people. From sourcing to serving, our mission is to create a better food system for everyone. That means a world where farmers can make a living growing food, anyone can learn to cook, and we can all eat well, together. DIG believes in the power of a shared table to bring people together as we are committed to building a culturally inclusive team. Diverse candidates encouraged to apply Additional Role Note:
   The duties of this position may change from time to time. DIG reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Dig or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. DIG is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, age, ancestry, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related condition, unemployment status, gender identity or expression, transgender status or gender dysphoria, marital status, domestic violence, sexual violence or stalking victim status, national origin, citizenship, disability, covered veteran and/or military status, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, familial status as that term is described under the New York State Human Rights Law, caregiver or partnership status as those terms are defined under the New York City Human Rights Law (if you are employed in New York City) or other protected status or any other characteristic as protected under applicable federal, state and local law (“Protected Status”).

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5. Post your job

   To find central supply managers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any central supply managers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level central supply managers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your central supply manager job on Zippia to find and recruit central supply manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit central supply managers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new central supply manager

   Once you've found the central supply manager candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new central supply manager. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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