How to hire a procurement supervisor

How to hire a procurement supervisor, step by step

Here's a step-by-step procurement supervisor hiring guide:

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your procurement supervisor job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a procurement supervisor for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   A procurement supervisor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, procurement supervisors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of procurement supervisors and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Procurement Supervisor	Description	Hourly rate
   Procurement Supervisor	Buyers and purchasing agents buy products and services for organizations to use or resell. They evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and review the quality of products.	$25-48
   Landman	Landmen are referred to as the public-facing side of a gas, mineral, and oil exploration and production team. They are professionals who interact and negotiate directly with landowners for the acquisition of gas and oil drilling leases... Show more	$25-61
   Director Of Purchasing	A director of purchasing oversees the procedures related to buying resources and supplies, directing operations from planning to execution while adhering to standards and company policies. They primarily perform research and assessments to understand project needs in terms of price, quality, and delivery time... Show more	$32-79

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Logistics
   • Purchase Orders
   • Continuous Improvement
   • Strategic Sourcing
   • ERP
   • Commodities
   • Cost Savings
   • Cost Reduction
   • MRP
   • Cost Analysis
   • RFQ
   • Procurement Process
   • Direct Reports
   • Process Improvement

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage all transactions (RFP, RFB, RFQ, etc . )
   • Manage and monitor real time transactions as they relate to the ERP system.
   • Manage the entire RFP process from assembly of data through the monitoring of vendor performance.
   • Manage suppliers (KPI's) to deliver target cost, service and quality levels in each operating center.
   • Issue RFP s and analyze results and make recommendations to select the best value suppliers.
   • Prepare and present reports detailing compliance review findings and solutions to GSA's senior-level executives and organizational acquisition operations directors.

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3. Make a budget

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

   • Location. For example, procurement supervisors' average salary in florida is 39% less than in washington.
   • Seniority. Entry-level procurement supervisors 48% less than senior-level procurement supervisors.
   • Certifications. A procurement supervisor 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 procurement supervisor's salary.

   Average procurement supervisor salary

   $72,602yearly

   $34.90 hourly rate

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   Entry-level procurement supervisor salary

   $52,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 20, 2025

   Average procurement supervisor salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Washington	$94,799	$46
   2	California	$88,161	$42
   3	Illinois	$83,060	$40
   4	Pennsylvania	$76,166	$37
   5	Mississippi	$75,741	$36
   6	Missouri	$74,947	$36
   7	Texas	$74,757	$36
   8	Colorado	$72,091	$35
   9	Minnesota	$67,776	$33
   10	North Carolina	$67,685	$33
   11	Georgia	$67,311	$32
   12	South Carolina	$62,390	$30
   13	Puerto Rico	$53,067	$26

   Average procurement supervisor salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Natera	$99,131	$47.66	1
   2	Forever 21	$94,133	$45.26
   3	Bimbo Bakeries	$93,619	$45.01
   4	Air Products	$90,344	$43.43	1
   5	Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Inc.	$87,708	$42.17
   6	C&S Wholesale Grocers	$84,653	$40.70	1
   7	United States Courts	$79,032	$38.00	9
   8	Entergy	$78,574	$37.78	1
   9	The Hershey Company	$77,956	$37.48	2
   10	Samsung Electronics Device Solutions (Semiconductor & Display)	$76,319	$36.69	5
   11	ASML Holding	$75,184	$36.15	1
   12	Anduril	$74,635	$35.88	10
   13	FN America	$73,877	$35.52
   14	Osi, LLC	$73,770	$35.47
   15	KBR	$73,461	$35.32	6
   16	Kuehne+Nagel	$73,028	$35.11
   17	Shick Esteve	$71,785	$34.51
   18	XPO Logistics	$71,737	$34.49
   19	TRC Companies	$67,833	$32.61
   20	ABS Global	$67,747	$32.57

4. Writing a procurement supervisor job description

   A job description for a procurement supervisor role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a procurement supervisor job description:

   Procurement supervisor job description example

   The candidate will be responsible for conducting moderate to complex procurement actions for various government programs in accordance with the prime contracts, FAR, DFAR, company policies and CPSR requirements. The individual should be able to analyze purchase orders; initiate RFQs/RFPs; review bids; select vendors; negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing of materials or services to be procured and issue/manage subsequent purchase orders utilizing Costpoint. Candidate must be able to oversee a team of buyers and support staff as well as work independently on professional assignments using judgment and creativity in solving problems while providing recommendations to management on possible solutions. Candidate will be a working supervisor and will need to administer a purchasing commodity.
   Key responsibilities:
   
   Oversee a team of buyers and support staff.
   
   Review and update procedures.
   
   Processes and complete complex purchase orders; determine prices from available vendors which meet cost and quality guidelines; place orders.
   
   Conducts negotiations with suppliers to obtain products at the best quantity and cost in order to ensure end-users needs are met; negotiates delivery, terms and conditions, and pricing. Be able to identify future procurement opportunities to further procurement strategies.
   
   Coordinates with accounts payable to resolve any problems in order to ensure prompt payment and avoid delays to end user; coordinates with receiving departments to resolve receipt problems promptly so as to not cause any delay to end users.
   
   Solicits suppliers/vendors for materials/products/services through formal Requests for Services (FRS) and/or Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and informal channels. Conducts complex negotiations on terms favorable considering quality, delivery, and prices; receives and evaluates proposals, quotations, and bids for acquisitions.
   
   Plans and coordinates the procurement of materials, products/services and equipment necessary for the operation of the business unit or assigned projects. Recommends changes to existing standards; ensures suppliers/vendor's adherence to industry standards, technical quality standards, and other corporate/business unit driven expectations.
   
   Analyzes bids for specification compliance, prices, delivery commitments and past performance. Recommends revisions or process improvements to meet company needs.
   
   Provides leadership and work guidance to less experienced personnel.
   
   **Required Education, Experience, & Skills**
   
   Working knowledge of FAR/DFAR.Experience working with contracts including request for proposals (RFP) and request for quotes (RFQ). Experience soliciting suppliers/vendors for materials/products/services through formal Requests for Services (FRS) and/or Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and informal channels. Understanding of ERP and Procurement systems.
   
   Good communication skills
   
   Good analytical and problem solving skills
   
   Good personal computer and business solutions software skills
   
   Strong negotiating skills to interact with vendors
   
   Leadership skills to guide and mentor the work of less experienced personnel
   
   Ability to understand financial analysis and implications with regard to contracts and suppliers
   
   Familiar with Ariba, Costpoint software and CPSR requirements
   
   Understanding of Navy drawings and specifications
   
   **Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills**
   
   **Procurement Supervisor**
   
   **83845BR**
   
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5. Post your job

   To find procurement supervisors 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 procurement supervisors they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level procurement supervisors 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 procurement supervisor job on Zippia to find and recruit procurement supervisor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit procurement supervisors, 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 procurement supervisor

   Once you've selected the best procurement supervisor candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new procurement supervisor first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

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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