How to hire a supply chain systems manager

How to hire a supply chain systems manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step supply chain systems 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 supply chain systems manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new supply chain systems manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The supply chain systems manager hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A supply chain systems manager's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, supply chain systems managers 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 supply chain systems managers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Supply Chain Systems Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Supply Chain Systems Manager		$43-88
   Inventory Manager	An inventory manager is responsible for supervising the overall inventory operations, monitoring supplies and materials, and checking the accuracy of data reports from the inventory associates. Inventory managers' duties include validating stock levels using record software tools, determining the availability of stocks for purchase orders, inspecting the incoming and outgoing shipments, and addressing product concerns by communicating with suppliers and third-party vendors... Show more	$20-43
   Director Of Supply Chain Operations	A director of supply chain operations is in charge of spearheading the manufacturing processes in a company, ensuring efficiency and smooth workflow. Their responsibilities revolve around devising strategies to improve procedures and systems, setting goals and objectives, managing the workforce, liaising with key distributors and clients, and monitoring the progress of every function... Show more	$34-91

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Supply Chain
   • Project Management
   • Logistics
   • Chain Operations
   • Supply Chain Planning
   • ERP
   • Process Improvement
   • Business Processes
   • Master Data
   • Warehouse Management
   • SQL
   • EDI
   • Sigma
   • KPI

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage installation of the Manhattans WMS system and conversion from Retek WMS.
   • Manage a knowledgeable team with strong leadership and technical skills in demand planning, logistics management and technology development.
   • Manage production and warehouse teams ensuring DOD policies and corporate rules and regulations compliance while exceeding government nuclear facility audit standards.
   • Plan procurement, production, inventory control, logistics and distribution.
   • Project lead to upgrade and improve the use of the ERP system.
   • Recognize by CEO for outstanding on time and under budget ERP implementation accomplishment.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the supply chain systems manager job description is a good way to get more applicants. A supply chain systems manager salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a supply chain systems manager in New Mexico may be lower than in Connecticut, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level supply chain systems manager. Additionally, a supply chain systems manager with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average supply chain systems manager salary

   $129,230yearly

   $62.13 hourly rate

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   Entry-level supply chain systems manager salary

   $90,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 22, 2025

   Average supply chain systems manager salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$149,264	$72
   2	Massachusetts	$147,821	$71
   3	Nevada	$143,246	$69
   4	Washington	$143,037	$69
   5	Pennsylvania	$133,841	$64
   6	Ohio	$132,547	$64
   7	Illinois	$130,864	$63
   8	Maryland	$128,958	$62
   9	New York	$127,598	$61
   10	Arizona	$124,056	$60
   11	Missouri	$121,570	$58
   12	Georgia	$119,520	$57
   13	Minnesota	$116,499	$56
   14	South Carolina	$113,699	$55
   15	West Virginia	$113,353	$55
   16	Louisiana	$112,071	$54
   17	North Carolina	$111,744	$54
   18	Indiana	$111,521	$54
   19	Texas	$108,083	$52
   20	Michigan	$107,838	$52

   Average supply chain systems manager salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	bebe	$155,106	$74.57
   2	Coach	$148,845	$71.56
   3	Ernst & Young	$148,701	$71.49	427
   4	FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies	$144,980	$69.70	4
   5	Boehringer Ingelheim	$144,409	$69.43	3
   6	Horizon Pharma USA, Inc.	$143,220	$68.86
   7	UMiami Health System	$141,541	$68.05
   8	Accenture	$141,146	$67.86	1,060
   9	Occidental Petroleum	$140,034	$67.32	2
   10	Vertex Pharmaceuticals	$138,906	$66.78	4
   11	Pier 1	$138,198	$66.44
   12	Regeneron	$137,638	$66.17	3
   13	The University of Chicago	$137,024	$65.88	25
   14	Lionsgate	$136,530	$65.64
   15	Barrick Gold	$135,416	$65.10	1
   16	Firmenich	$135,192	$65.00
   17	Sandia National Labs	$134,265	$64.55	1
   18	Plug Power	$132,191	$63.55	1
   19	Bayer	$131,970	$63.45	4
   20	Sonos	$131,119	$63.04

4. Writing a supply chain systems manager job description

   A good supply chain systems 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 supply chain systems manager job description:

   Supply chain systems manager job description example

   Adventist Health is more than an award-winning health system. We provide whole-person care to our communities and champion the greater good - from the operating room to the boardroom, we are driven by our unique passion to live God's love through health, wholeness and hope. From Oregon to Oahu, we have a calling to always do more. Now is your chance to apply your passion to our mission.
   We're looking for someone to join our team as a Manager, Supply Chain Information Systems who:
   
   Provides direction, management and implementation of all matters related to supply chain information systems. Educates staff who will be utilizing these systems and plays a role in integration of the new acquisitions. Oversees and manages quality practices and systems, including quality and integrity of reports and other supply chain data needs. Supervises and directs the activates of various level of assigned personnel using both professional and supervisory discretion and independent judgment. Participates in the achievement of financial goals and operational key performance indicators (KPIs).
   
   Essential Functions:
   
   * Manages all aspects related to the creation, maintenance and deletion of item master (IM) data within supply chain systems. Works closely with Adventist Health operations, sourcing, finance, surgery coordinators & supply chain business intelligence to process maintenance requests related to these data elements. Implements data governance and standardization to enhance data and keep item master (IM) clean. Audits activates to ensure that standardization policies and procedures are followed appropriately at all levels.
   * Establishes and performs a variety of in-depth data analysis and data modeling. Develops actionable/effective reports to support system and shared services performance and supply expense reduction (e.g. KPIs, conversion opportunities, inventory management/values, etc.).
   * Manages interfaces between enterprise resource planning (ERP) and current and future partners (e.g. Oracle, Cerner, SurgiNet, Surgery Exchange, Wavemark, etc.).
   * Initiates and facilitates review of supplies and supply utilization, supply standardization and supply reduction throughout the region. Manages and implements interdisciplinary projects related to supply consumption.
   * Integrates new entities into supply chain ERP (including item master (IM), order guides, and par carts). Provides training for new users and support during an integration process.
   * Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
   
   You'll be successful with the following qualifications:
   
   Education:
   
   * Bachelor's Degree in supply chain or finance or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Required
   * Master's Degree: Preferred
   
   Work Experience:
   
   * Five years relevant experience: Preferred
   * One year leadership experience: Preferred
   
   Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find supply chain systems managers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

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

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with supply chain systems manager candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   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 supply chain systems manager

   Once you've decided on a perfect supply chain systems manager candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   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.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new supply chain systems manager. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

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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