How to hire a supply requirements officer

How to hire a supply requirements officer, step by step

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The supply requirements officer 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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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a supply requirements officer to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a supply requirements officer that fits the bill.

   This list presents supply requirements officer salaries for various positions.

   Type of Supply Requirements Officer	Description	Hourly rate
   Supply Requirements Officer		$20-80
   Distribution Supervisor	A distribution supervisor is in charge of overseeing all distribution processes in a warehouse or similar setting, ensuring accuracy and smooth workflow. Their responsibilities typically revolve around coordinating deliveries and shipment, managing schedules, delegating tasks, assessing the performance of the workforce, and maintaining records of all transactions... Show more	$19-46
   Distribution Manager	A distribution manager is responsible for managing the distribution of goods and services, ensuring the adequacy of merchandise in the storage, and monitoring the products' timely delivery to appropriate locations. Distribution managers process shipments and utilize software systems to track stock levels and order status, negotiate contracts with suppliers and third-party vendors, identify business opportunities to boost maximum productivity and performance, and develop supply strategies to minimize costs without compromising quality... Show more	$29-61

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Intelligence Community
   • DHS
   • DIA
   • Combat
   • Logistics
   • Oversight
   • DOD
   • Manpower Requirements
   • Warfare
   • Direct Support
   • UAS

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage relationships with system architecture, software engineering, testing, documentation and quality assurance.
   • Ensure impacted product teams understand intent of RFC to provide accurate cost/schedule impacts.
   • Identify any RFI's which cannot be internally satisfy by the SOCSOUTH J2.
   • Incorporate CI reviews for local employees and access request to installations through intelligence databases and biometrics.
   • Analyze intelligence to better understand the region and identify intelligence gaps that can be exploit using HUMINT.
   • Provide training support to ensure compliance with command policies and procedures, U.S. and DIA regulatory guidance.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your supply requirements officer job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A supply requirements officer salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, supply requirements officers' average salary in wyoming is 46% less than in new york.
   • Seniority. Entry-level supply requirements officers earn 74% less than senior-level supply requirements officers.
   • Certifications. A supply requirements officer with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a supply requirements officer's salary.

   Average supply requirements officer salary

   $85,058yearly

   $40.89 hourly rate

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   Entry-level supply requirements officer salary

   $43,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

4. Writing a supply requirements officer job description

   A supply requirements officer job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a supply requirements officer job description:

   Supply requirements officer job description example

   L3Harris Supplier Diversity organization is responsible to ensure fulfillment of all contractual obligations through an integrated strategic framework of subcontracting with small and diverse businesses. This effort includes responsibility for small business reporting and regulatory compliance to multiple federal government agencies, as well as the development of initiatives to expand small and diverse business partnerships in support of L3Harris' business objectives. This is a key government compliance role in handling Small Business (SB) Office operational requirements following L3Harris policies, procedures and Federal Government Small Business requirements as well as communicating with parties external to the organization.
   
   L3Harris is currently seeking a Small Business Liaison Officer (SBLO). The successful candidate will be responsible for technical, professional and administrative duties to ensure proposal support, contract compliance, and reporting as defined in FAR Part 19. Duties include but are not limited to: Writing highly effective, compliant small business plans in support of proposal efforts; conduct outreach efforts with trade associations, business development organizations, conferences and trade fairs to locate suppliers; network with industry SBLOs, other industry assistance centers, and government agencies; daily interaction with existing and potential suppliers, generating multiple reports using Excel and PowerPoint; responsible for input of government reporting information semi-annually. This position also requires compliance to FAR 52.219-9. The SBLO develops strategic short term and long-term plans for the Supplier Diversity Program and can communicate and execute the plan.
   Additional duties include:
   
   * SBLO will attend regional outreach efforts both virtually and in-person where appropriate and possible.
   * SBLO will maintain records of verification for outreach events attended and share relevant information on small businesses with the L3Harris Communication Systems-East Division procurement team.
   * SBLO will maintain a record on current small business awards to include payment terms.
   * On a quarterly basis, SBLO will coordinate with accounting to monitor small business payments. If payments are delayed, SBLO will document the reason(s) and corrective actions taken.
   * SBLO will work with the Segment / Corporate small business office to establish an annual training program for L3Harris Communication Systems-East Division and will conduct trainings/workshops on an annual basis.
   
   Job Qualification Requirements:
   
   Bachelor's degree with a minimum of six (6) years of applicable experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered.
   
   Working knowledge of Supply Chain disciplines (e.g. procurement) or contract administration.
   
   Experience with data gathering and analysis; developing clear and concise communications.
   
   Knowledge of the FAR relative to small business regulations.
   
   Experience with eSRS, ISRs, SSRs and other small business compliance processes.
   
   Organization skills, ability to set priorities and multitask, quickly learn L3Harris business.
   
   Ability to travel.
   
   Skilled oral, written and presentation capabilities.
   
   Proficiency in utilizing MS Office Applications - Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook. Intermediate to advanced experience with databases, Microsoft Office products particularly Excel is required.
   
   Obtain Security Clearance - Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
   
   In compliance with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the salary range for this role in Colorado is $67k - $124k. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits including: health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements
   
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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find supply requirements officers 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 requirements officer job on Zippia to find and recruit supply requirements officer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit supply requirements officers, 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 supply requirements officer

   Once you've selected the best supply requirements officer 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.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new supply requirements officer. 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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