Requisition Management

Requisition Management is the process organizations use to create, approve, and track job requisitions that request new or replacement hires. It ensures vacancies are justified, budgeted, and compliant before recruitment begins.

What is Requisition Management

Requisition management coordinates the lifecycle of a job requisition from initiation by a hiring manager through approval, posting, and closure. It standardises documentation, roles, and approval steps to reduce hiring risk and wasted spend.

How Does it Work

The typical flow: A hiring manager submits a requisition with role details and budget; stakeholders review and approve; HR or talent acquisition posts the role and sources candidates; the requisition is closed when filled or cancelled. Systems like an ATS or HRIS often automate routing and record keeping.

Practical Usage

Requisition management is used to control headcount, ensure regulatory compliance, and align hiring to workforce plans.

• Hiring for a new headcount requires budget and business justification.
• Replacing a leaver triggers a streamlined requisition and approval.
• Contractor conversions start with a requisition review for payroll and benefits impact.

Examples and Use Cases

Common use cases include campus recruiting programs, urgent roles needing fast approvals, and seasonal workforce planning where multiple requisitions are batched.

Related HR Concepts

Closely related terms include job requisition, approval workflow, applicant tracking system, talent acquisition, workforce planning, compliance, payroll impact, and headcount planning.